Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in biomedical or mechanical engineering, coupled with substantial patent experience in medical devices and/or mechanical products. The individual must hold a JD and be admitted to the USPTO. The role requires a high level of academic achievement, solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience, as well as exceptional writing and communication skills.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution for medical devices and mechanical engineering inventions.
• Provide legal counsel and strategic advice to clients in matters related to patent law and intellectual property.
• Draft and review patent applications, responses to office actions, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant patent laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering. Other engineering disciplines with substantial patent experience in medical devices and/or mechanical products will be considered.
• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• High level of academic achievement.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of patent laws and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct legal research and analysis.
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a law firm environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.

Certifications:

Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Experience:

3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience in a law firm setting.

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