Mid-Level Patent Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Madison, WI, is seeking a Mid-Level Patent Associate Attorney with 2+ years of prosecution experience at a firm or in-house. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering, with expertise in video processing and video codecs. Additionally, familiarity with video coding standards, virtual/augmented reality, and AI is highly desirable.

Duties:

• Conduct patent prosecution activities, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications and managing patent portfolios.
• Provide technical and legal analysis for patent matters related to video processing, video codecs, virtual/augmented reality, and AI.
• Collaborate with inventors, clients, and colleagues to develop and implement patent strategies.
• Conduct patent analysis/opinions of counsel and participate in Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) as needed.
• Manage time and deadlines effectively for multiple ongoing projects.
• Work independently and as a team to meet firm and client objectives.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and handle situations with discretion.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
• 2+ years of prosecution experience at a firm or in-house, with portfolio management experience.
• Strong knowledge and experience in video processing and video codecs.
• Familiarity with video coding standards.
• Experience in virtual/augmented reality and AI is a plus.
• Graduate-level experience or an advanced technical degree is a plus.
• Admission to the USPTO is a plus.

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment.
• Confidence in identifying and analyzing issues, making decisions, and initiating actions.
• Maintaining composure and demonstrating good judgment under pressure.

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field (required).
• Graduate-level experience or advanced technical degree (preferred).
• Admission to the USPTO (preferred).

Benefits:

• Challenging and dynamic role.
• Career development planning.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision care.
• Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.
• Wellness program and employee/family assistance program.
• Competitive base pay and annual merit review/incentive pay.
• Unlimited PTO plus 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Short-term and long-term disability plans.
• Life insurance and critical illness insurance.
• Parental/family leave.
• Flexible remote work policy (up to 2.5 days per week).
• Positive and respectful work climate in a respected organization with a collaborative culture.

Built on client focus, this firm has been nationally ranked in 15 practice areas by US News. This firm provides strategic, sophisticated, affordable counsel across the country and internationally. Attorneys at this firm focus on their clients' entire organization, not just on the legal matters. They work in collaborative, cross-practice teams which focus not only on legal and regulatory matters, but also on operational issues, market opportunities, and competitive advantage. Additionally, the attorneys at this firm have a deep understanding and experience in a number of industries subject to unique regulatory or rapidly changing market conditions.