Intellectual Property Attorney

7-16 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Springfield, MO, is seeking a highly qualified Intellectual Property Attorney with a strong background in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience, excellent academic credentials, and the ability to handle various aspects of intellectual property law, including global patent prosecution, freedom-to-operate analysis, licensing, and due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.

Job Details:

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to intellectual property issues.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Manage and oversee global patent prosecution and portfolio management.
• Provide legal counsel on the freedom to operate and patent clearance matters.
• Negotiate and draft licensing agreements and other technology transactions.
• Conduct due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions.

Requirements:

• Registered with the USPTO.
• 8-14 years of experience in intellectual property law.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Active Bar license in MO.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar license in MO.
• Registration with the USPTO.

Skills:

• Proficient writing skills for patent applications and legal documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team.
• Superior judgment in legal decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Articulate legal strategies and courses of action effectively.

The law firm is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the firm's intellectual property practice and contribute to its continued success.

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