Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

The law firm is seeking a Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney to join their dynamic team in San Francisco. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in biomedical or mechanical engineering, coupled with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This role requires a candidate with 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience, showcasing a high level of academic achievement, solid law firm or industry experience, and exceptional writing and communication skills.

Duties:

• Conduct patent prosecution for medical devices and mechanical engineering innovations.
• Draft and file patent applications, responses to office actions, and other related documents.
• Perform legal research and analysis to support patent prosecution strategies.
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand technical aspects and ensure comprehensive patent protection.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering; other engineering disciplines with substantial patent experience in medical devices and/or mechanical products will be considered.
• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• High level of academic achievement.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.

Certifications:

Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• Strong background in biomedical or mechanical engineering.
• Solid understanding of patent prosecution processes.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Superb writing and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

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