Junior Mechanical Prosecution Attorney

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Cranford, NJ

Junior Mechanical Prosecution Attorney

Attorney

1-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview

A law firm in Cranford, NJ, is seeking a Junior Mechanical Prosecution Attorney with 2-4 years of experience to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical or biomedical engineering, physics, or a related field. This role requires expertise in patent prosecution, including drafting patent applications, analyzing patentability, and providing pre-litigation advice.

Duties

• Handle a prosecution docket, including drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications.
• Conduct prior art research and analyze patentability and freedom to operate issues.
• Provide pre-litigation advice on patent-related matters.
• Review and analyze patents and patent applications for compliance with legal requirements.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their inventions and protect their intellectual property.
• Stay updated on industry trends and changes in patent law to provide informed legal advice.
• Assist in preparing and filing responses to Office Actions and other communications with the patent office.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in patent prosecution or a related legal field.
• Strong background in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, physics, or a similar technical field.
• Proven experience in prior art research and patentability analysis.
• Experience with medical devices is a plus.

Education

• . from an accredited law school.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, physics, or a related technical field.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.
• Registration to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication and investigational skills.
• Ability to draft and prosecute patent applications effectively.
• Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting technical and legal information.
• Experience with medical device patents is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.