Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate - Electrical Engineering and Software

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a mid-to-senior-level Associate in Baltimore, MD, to join the Patent Prosecution and Litigation Practice Group on the Electrical Engineering and Software Team.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Engage in patent litigation activities.
• Collaborate with team members on complex legal matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.

Requirements

• 4 to 7 years of relevant experience.
• Licensed to practice law or eligible for licensing in the state of Maryland.
• Member of the USPTO.
• Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar field.
• Experience with AI/machine learning, software design, semiconductors, and medical devices is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Days Off (PDO)/Vacation.
• Discretionary performance-based bonus.

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.