2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:

A law firm in Omaha, NE is seeking a dynamic and experienced Patent Attorney with a background in electrical engineering or a related engineering field. The ideal candidate should possess strong oral and written communication skills, a solid understanding of patent law, and the ability to draft and prosecute patent applications.

Job Details:

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications related to electrical engineering or a relevant engineering field.
• Conduct patent searching, patentability analysis, clearance analysis, and patent landscape analysis.
• Communicate effectively with clients, inventors, and colleagues regarding patent-related matters.
• Stay informed about the latest developments in patent law and relevant technologies.
• Provide legal advice and support on intellectual property issues.

Requirements:

• A degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field with several electrical engineering courses is required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
• 3 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications is preferred.
• Experience with computer-aided drafting/modeling programs is preferred.
• Curiosity to learn technologies outside of the field of study is a plus.
• Work experience in the electrical engineering field is preferred.

Education:

• A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering field is required.
• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school focused on intellectual property law is preferred.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar and registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in computer-aided drafting/modeling programs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Job Location:

Omaha, NE

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