Entry-Level to Mid-Level Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

Max 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview

A law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking an Entry-Level to Mid-Level Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney who is passionate about patent law and possesses strong technical and legal writing skills. The ideal candidate will have a science or technical background and the ability to conduct independent research to excel in drafting patent applications and office action responses across various technology domains.

Duties

• Draft patent applications and office action responses for a diverse clientele in various technology areas.
• Demonstrate exceptional technical and legal writing skills, effectively explaining technical innovations within the framework of patent law jurisprudence.
• Independently conduct research to gain proficiency in unfamiliar technology domains.
• Exhibit self-motivation to consistently meet work product deadlines or complete projects ahead of schedule.

Requirements

• Hold a science or technical degree, with preference given to candidates with backgrounds in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or other engineering disciplines.
• Possess a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school or be currently enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school.
• Maintain admission to the USPTO Patent Bar or demonstrate eligibility to sit for the USPTO Patent Bar.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a science or technical field (Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, etc.)
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the USPTO Patent Bar or eligibility to sit for the USPTO Patent Bar.

Skills

• Strong technical and legal writing skills, with the ability to write clearly, concisely, and persuasively.
• Exceptional research and analytical skills to quickly understand and apply unfamiliar technical concepts.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage workloads efficiently and meet tight deadlines.

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