Intellectual Property Attorney

7-16 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a highly qualified Intellectual Property Attorney with 8-14 years of experience to join its team. The ideal candidate should be a registered USPTO practitioner with a strong background in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. The candidate must possess excellent academic credentials, proficient writing skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and a proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects.

Duties:

• Conducting global patent prosecution and managing patent portfolios.
• Providing expertise in freedom to operate and patent clearance assessments.
• Negotiating and drafting licensing agreements and other technology transactions.
• Conducting due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions.

Requirements:

• 8-14 years of experience as an Intellectual Property Attorney.
• Registration with the USPTO.
• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Active Bar license in the District of Columbia.
• Excellent academic record.

Skills:

• Proficient writing skills for legal documents and communications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Superior judgment in legal decision-making.
• Ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action.

Certifications:

• Active Bar license in the District of Columbia.

Education:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience in global patent prosecution and portfolio management.
• Expertise in freedom to operate and patent clearance assessments.
• Negotiation and drafting experience in licensing and technology transactions.
• Due diligence experience related to mergers and acquisitions.

Job Location: Washington, DC

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