Mid-level Chemical Science Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a highly skilled Mid-level Chemical Science Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney to join their team in Chicago. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering quality legal services to clients by preparing patent applications and responses to USPTO communications.

Duties:

• Prepare draft patent applications and responses to USPTO communications.
• Perform highly complex and sensitive client work, demonstrating a high level of professional capability and skill.
• Assist attorneys in delivering quality legal services to clients in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

Requirements:

• JD and admission to the USPTO are required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Degree in organic chemistry or chemical engineering.
• High level of academic achievement.
• The solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience.
• Advanced degrees in relevant fields are preferred.

Skills:

• Superb writing and communication skills.
• Ability to handle highly complex and sensitive client work.
• Professional capability and skill in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Efficient and cost-effective legal services delivery.
• Solid understanding of organic chemistry or chemical engineering principles.

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