Mid- to Senior-level Intellectual Property Associate

Job overview

A law firm seeks a mid- to senior-level Intellectual Property Associate with a background in computer science or electrical engineering to join their team in any of their office locations. The ideal candidate will have experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications, with technical expertise in computer circuits, multiprocessor design, or telecommunications.

Duties

• Interview inventors and prepare patent applications.
• Conduct all stages of US and foreign patent prosecution, including ex parte appeals.
• Perform validity, infringement, and freedom to operate studies, and prepare legal opinion letters.
• Provide legal counsel on intellectual property matters, focusing on patent issues, and including basic licensing, trademark, and copyright matters.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff for effective case management.
• Stay informed on developments in intellectual property law and contribute to the firm's knowledge base.

Requirements

• Two to five years of patent prosecution experience.
• Familiarity with intellectual property law and patent litigation procedures.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Superior analytical skills.
• Litigation experience is a bonus but not required.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Technical background (BS/MS preferred).

Certifications

• Registered practitioner at the US Patent and Trademark Office or Patent Bar Eligible.

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills.
• Superior analytical skills.

This nationally recognized law firm has a history of more than 150 years of service. It has expanded recently and has offices throughout the East Coast. Firm attorneys have served as presidents of the American Bar Association, and state and local bar associations. This firm has a relatively high number of female and minority partners, and they seem to have a strong respect for diversity in the workplace. Associates can expect a high-tech office with state-of-the-art facilities, to better serve the clients. Attorneys receive competitive salaries that are constantly reviewed and updated to maintain an high level of compensation. Pro bono work is welcomed and encouraged at this firm. One associate said that he loved the summer associate program at this firm, and it is a fantastic place socially.