Mid-Level Patent Associate (Video Encoding)

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Mid-Level Patent Associate (Video Encoding) - Join the Best at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP!

Job ID: 1814

Position: Patent Associate or Patent Agent

Practice Area: Electrical, Intellectual Property

Open Date: Thursday, April 4, 2024

Job Function: Legal

H1: Michael Best & Friedrich LLP Seeking Mid-Level Patent Associate

H2: Join Our Intellectual Property Practice Group

Our Firm:

- Full-service law firm with over 350 lawyers and technical professionals
- Collaborative, interdisciplinary practices serving clients worldwide
- Working with companies in various industries, trade associations, nonprofits, and more since 1848

Location:

- Multiple offices across the US (Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee, Waukesha, Denver, Raleigh, Salt Lake City)
- Contemporary office spaces, ideal for concentration and collaboration
- Opportunity to work in Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee, Waukesha, Denver, Raleigh, or Salt Lake City office

Job Requirements:

Knowledge Base & Education:

- Minimum of 2 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience at a firm or in-house
- Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering
- Strong knowledge and experience with video processing and codecs
- Familiarity with video coding standards
- Experience in virtual/augmented reality and AI is a plus
- Graduate-level experience or advanced technical degree is a plus
- Involvement with patent analysis/opinions of counsel and IPRs is a plus
- Admission to the USPTO is a plus

Adaptability:

- Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and firm needs change
- Strong time management skills for multiple ongoing projects
- Ability to work independently and within a team

Collaboration:

- Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the firm

Communication:

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse clients, attorneys, and staff
- Ability to handle confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

Problem Solving Skills:

- Ability to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate solutions
- Adaptability and flexibility in unexpected situations

Professionalism:

- Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Other:

- Valid authorization to work in the US

Why You Should Apply:

- Competitive Total Rewards package, including base pay, benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, and more
- Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and reimbursement for bar exam/bar review courses
- Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs
- Competitive compensation, performance recognition, and reimbursement for ABA, state, and local bar fees
- Planning for the future with a 401(k) plan, short and long-term disability plans, life insurance, and more
- Positive and respectful work culture, with opportunities for remote work and a contemporary work environment

Join Our Team:

- To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal.
- Recruitment agencies: Michael Best is not accepting unsolicited agency resumes for this position. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email address or any firm employees. Michael Best is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
- Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC are committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace free from discrimination.
- If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team.
- For Colorado applicants: Starting salary for associates in our Denver office is $190,000, with eligibility for bonuses and employer-sponsored benefits.

Join the Best at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP as a Mid-Level Patent Associate in Video Encoding!

Admission to the USPTO is a plus

Medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, wellness program, employee and family assistance program, unlimited PTO, 10 paid holidays, performance recognition, ABA/state/local bar membership fee reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, short term disability plan, long term disability plan, life insurance, critical illness insurance, parental/family leave

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Patent drafting and prosecution, portfolio management, video processing, video codecs, virtual/augmented reality, AI, patent analysis/opinions of counsel, IPRs, USPTO admission, time management, communication, problem solving, professionalism

Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering, graduate-level experience or advanced technical degree a plus

Submit application via online portal

Qualification and Experience Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering, graduate-level experience or advanced technical degree a plus

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