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Chicago, IL, United States

Biotech Patent Associate Attorney

Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm located in Chicago is seeking a Biotech Patent Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience in the intellectual property field. The ideal candidate will be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office for a minimum of three years and possess strong writing, analytical skills, superior academic credentials, and a technical background in biology, genetics, cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field. This position offers a great work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Duties:

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications in the biotechnology field.
• Conduct patentability, validity, and infringement analyses.
• Provide opinions and client counseling on patent matters.
• Communicate effectively with clients, patent examiners, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy and legal analysis.
• Stay updated on developments in biotechnology and patent law.
• Assist with intellectual property due diligence and licensing agreements.
• Manage a caseload of patent matters efficiently and effectively.

Requirements:

• Advanced technical degree in biology, genetics, cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field (desirable).
• Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office for a minimum of three years.
• 3+ years of experience in the intellectual property field, including patent application preparation and prosecution.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Superior academic credentials.

Education:

Advanced technical degree in biology, genetics, cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related field (desirable).

Certifications:

Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Patent application preparation and prosecution
• Patentability, validity, and infringement analyses
• Client counseling and opinions
• Written and oral communication
• Technical understanding of biotechnology
• Legal research and analysis
• Case management and organization

Benefits Offered:

• Great work environment
• Medical/dental/vision benefits
• Flexible spending/health savings account
• Life/long-term disability/short-term disability insurance
• MedjetAssist
• 401(k)/profit sharing
• Professional development account
• Parental leave
• Bonus opportunity based on billings

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