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Washington, DC, United States

Patent Attorney

Attorney

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Washington, ., is seeking a Patent Attorney with expertise in Biotechnology and/or Chemistry. The candidate will collaborate with world-class inventors and innovators across various industries, contributing to patent searches, applications, and the management of intellectual property portfolios. The role requires a JD, active . attorney licensure, and 3-5 years of experience in patent prosecution.

Duties:

• Work with inventors and innovators in diverse industries to conduct patent searches and analyses.
• Review and understand advances in technology, particularly in biotechnology and chemistry.
• Prepare and file patent applications with the USPTO and internationally.
• Contribute to crafting and managing intellectual property (IP) and patent portfolios for clients.
• Collaborate with formal advisors and have the opportunity to request an advisor change annually.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active attorney licensure in a . jurisdiction.
• Eligibility to waive into the . Bar or willingness and eligibility to sit for the . Bar exam.
• Master's or PhD preferred in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry, organic chemistry, molecular genetics, human genetics, chemical engineering, immunology, or related scientific discipline.
• USPTO registration number preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience practicing patent prosecution at another law firm.
• Strong foundation in intellectual property (IP) and patent law.
• Previous wet lab experience preferred.
• Stellar academic credentials.

Skills:

• Patent prosecution expertise.
• Understanding of biotechnology and chemistry advancements.
• IP and patent portfolio management.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaboration and teamwork.

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