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Washington, DC, United States

Associate Attorney

Attorney

1-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A well-established intellectual property law firm is seeking a Associate Attorney with 2-3 years of patent prosecution experience. This position offers the opportunity to work on a fast-paced patent docket in a variety of technologies while contributing to intellectual property solutions for clients globally. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Engineering. Remote work options are available for those not residing in the Washington, DC area.

Duties:

• Handle patent prosecution matters across various technology sectors.
• Conduct thorough reviews of patent applications, responding to office actions, and providing technical and legal advice to clients.
• Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to draft and file patent applications.
• Conduct legal and technical research related to intellectual property matters.
• Stay up to date on the latest developments in intellectual property law and relevant technologies.
• Assist clients in managing their intellectual property portfolios and strategies.
• Communicate effectively with clients to understand their patent needs and offer tailored solutions.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Strong technical background in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Engineering.
• Experience with drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with clients and team members.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Engineering.

Certifications:

• Must be a registered Patent Agent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent prosecution and patent law.
• Strong research, analytical, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative approach with the team.
• Familiarity with patent management software and tools.

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