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Herndon, VA, United States

Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

Attorney

Max 6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:

A law firm in Herndon, VA, seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney with 1-4 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a background in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering. The candidate must be registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and possess a deep understanding of . patent practice, with demonstrated experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Duties:

• Conducting thorough patent searches and analyses to assess the patentability of inventions.
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO.
• Providing legal counsel on intellectual property matters, including patent infringement and validity opinions.
• Collaborating with inventors, clients, and colleagues to gather necessary information for patent prosecution.
• Responding to office actions and communicating with examiners to advocate for client's patent rights.
• Conducting due diligence reviews of intellectual property portfolios.

Requirements:

• 1-4 years of experience in patent prosecution.
• Undergraduate or advanced degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering.
• Registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• Familiarity with . patent practice, including experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Education:

• Bachelor or advanced degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering.

Certifications:

• Registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Thorough understanding of patent laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in conducting patent searches and analyses.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work.

Job Location:

Herndon, VA

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