Job description:
REMOTE OFFICE
Position(s) are open across several prime locations, includingBoston, East Brunswick, Hartford, Indianapolis, Miami, New York, Newark, Philadelphia, Stamford, Trenton, Washington, DC, and Wilmington.
Key Responsibilities:
Patent Preparation and Prosecution:
o Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications with meticulous attention to detail and strategic insight.
o Conduct patentability analyses and provide clear recommendations to clients.
Client Engagement:
o Collaborate closely with clients to understand their technologies, goals, and business strategies.
o Translate complex technical concepts into clear, enforceable patent claims.
Portfolio Management and Strategy:
o Develop and implement intellectual property strategies tailored to each clients needs.
o Manage and oversee clients patent portfolios to ensure robust protection of their innovations.
Legal Support:
o Provide support for IP-related litigation, due diligence, freedom-to-operate analysis, and opinion work as needed.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Experience:
o 25 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications, with a strong focus onmechanical, electrical, and/or software-related technologies. AI BigLaw or major firm background is highlydesired
Educational Background:
o Superior academic credentials in law.
o A technical degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Licensing:
o Admission to a state bar (required).
o Registration to practice before theU.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)is required.
Skills:
oExceptional writing, analytical, and communication abilities.
oThe ability to handle complex technologies and distill them into clear, concise patent claims.
oStrong interpersonal skills to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
Our Client, is a leading law firm with a storied history of excellence and innovation, is seeking talented and motivatedPatent Associate(s)to join its renownedIntellectual Property Practice Group. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative and cutting-edge environment where youll play a critical role in shaping the intellectual property strategies of some of the most innovative companies in the world.
With a legacy spanning over 175 years, ourClient is one of the nations most respected law firms, recognized for its deep commitment to client service, innovation, and excellence. This is a great opportunity to work with clients ranging from pioneering startups to global corporations, advising them on patent prosecution, IP strategy, portfolio management, and more. Our Client's dynamic IP Group is known for its technical acumen, legal precision, and unwavering dedication to delivering results
The Role: Patent Associate
This is a dynamic position where you will contribute to groundbreaking legal work in the areas ofmechanical, electrical, and software-related technologies. You will work with inventors, engineers, and corporate executives to ensure their innovations are protected, fostering their ability to compete in a global marketplace.