Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Durham, NC, is seeking a skilled Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of legal experience, particularly in intellectual property (IP) law, to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a background in computer science, electrical engineering, or related fields, with a strong emphasis on drafting and patent prosecution.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate searches and analyses.
• Communicate with clients, patent examiners, and colleagues regarding patent prosecution matters.
• Assist in the development and implementation of patent strategies.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of legal experience.
• Experience with drafting and patent prosecution in intellectual property (IP) law.
• Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar.
• Design engineering experience with a chip company is a plus.
• Preference for candidates with experience in networking, software, 3G/4G/5G wireless networks, or related technologies.
• Admitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Bar licensure in California is a plus.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in at least one state.
• Admission to the USPTO.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.

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