Mid-level Patent Associate Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Boston is seeking a Mid-level Patent Associate Attorney to provide patent prosecution services primarily in software and electronics intellectual property (IP) across various industries. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field, and have familiarity with . and foreign patent prosecution. Experience in health and medicine sectors is advantageous. The role requires excellent academic credentials, strong organizational and communication skills, and a strategic approach to prosecution. Registration with the USPTO and prior law firm experience are mandatory.

Duties:

• Conduct patent prosecution for software and electronics IP across multiple industries
• Handle all aspects of . and foreign patent prosecution
• Collaborate with clients to understand their patent needs and objectives
• Draft and review patent applications, responses, and related documents
• Conduct patentability and prior art searches
• Provide legal advice and opinions related to patent matters
• Assist with patent litigation support as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent
• 2-5 years of experience in patent prosecution, preferably in a law firm setting
• Registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Familiarity with software and electronics IP
• Knowledge of health and medicine sectors is desirable
• Excellent academic record with a demonstrated commitment to client service
• Superior organizational and communication skills, both written and oral
• Creative and strategic approach to patent prosecution

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in patent litigation support
• Industry work experience in software, electronics, or related fields

Certifications:

Registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

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