Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Greensboro, NC, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of legal expertise. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in intellectual property, specifically in drafting and patent prosecution, with a preference for those with experience in computer science, electrical engineering, or related fields.

Duties:

• Conducting patent prosecution, including preparing and drafting responses to Office Actions.
• Collaborating with inventors and technical experts to understand inventions and draft patent applications.
• Analyzing and interpreting complex technical documents related to inventions.
• Conducting legal research to support patent prosecution efforts.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of legal experience.
• Significant intellectual property (IP) experience, particularly in drafting and patent prosecution.
• Educational background in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Design engineering experience with a chip company is a plus.
• Preference for candidates with expertise in networking, software, 3G/4G/5G wireless networks, or similar technologies.
• Admitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Bar licensure in California is a plus.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Bachelor or advanced degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.

Certifications:

• Admission to the USPTO.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with inventors and technical experts.
• Detail-oriented and capable of handling complex technical documents.
• Proficient in drafting responses to Office Actions.
• Familiarity with patent prosecution processes and procedures.

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