2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview

A law firm based in Chicago, IL, seeks a Mid-Level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney with a strong academic background, substantial law firm or industry experience, and exceptional communication and writing skills. The ideal candidate will have a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering, possess 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience, and be admitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Duties

• Conducting patent preparation and prosecution for medical devices and mechanical products.
• Drafting and reviewing patent applications and office action responses.
• Conducting patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Providing legal counsel on intellectual property matters related to medical devices and mechanical engineering.
• Collaborating with inventors, engineers, and clients to understand and protect innovations.

Requirements

• A high level of academic achievement.
• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• 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.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Education

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.

Certifications

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

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• In-depth knowledge of patent laws and regulations.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

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