Patent Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks a dynamic Patent Attorney to provide comprehensive counsel to clients regarding various aspects of intellectual property law, with a primary focus on patent prosecution. The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in patent prosecution and must be an active member in good standing of the Patent Bar.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel to clients on matters related to intellectual property law, with an emphasis on patent prosecution.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Conduct patentability searches and analyze patent landscapes.
• Advise clients on patent infringement and validity issues.
• Collaborate with inventors and technical experts to understand inventions and prepare patent applications.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and USPTO examiners.
• Stay abreast of changes in patent laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Active membership in good standing of the Patent Bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in patent prosecution.
• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in the state of Louisiana (preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Education:

Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Active membership in good standing of the Patent Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent prosecution procedures and USPTO rules.
• Strong legal research skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective client communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.

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