Patent Prosecution Team Attorney

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Winston Salem, NC

Patent Prosecution Team Attorney

Attorney

2-8 yrs required

No

Job Overview

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a full-time USPTO-registered Patent Prosecution Team Attorney to support its Electronics & Software practice group. This non-partnership track position offers a lower billable hour requirement and is ideal for attorneys focused on software-related patent prosecution. The role provides opportunities for client counseling and portfolio development in a collaborative, high-performing legal team.

Location

• Winston-Salem, NC

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute . and foreign patent applications in software-related technologies

• Counsel clients on patent portfolio strategy and patentability of inventions

• Draft responses to office actions issued by the USPTO and international patent offices

• Conduct legal research and draft patentability and freedom-to-operate opinions

• Collaborate with patent agents, associates, and technical specialists

• Manage dockets and meet all legal deadlines and client expectations

• Review invention disclosures and participate in inventor interviews

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in patent prosecution

• Strong understanding of patent laws and USPTO practices

• Demonstrated ability to draft high-quality patent applications and office action responses

• Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and project management skills

• California or Washington bar membership preferred (but not required)

Education

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in one of the following:

  • Computer Engineering

  • Computer Science

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Physics

  • Or a closely related technical field

Certifications

• Active registration with the . Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

• State Bar membership in good standing (CA or WA preferred)

Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Familiarity with software technologies such as:

  • Cloud computing

  • Cybersecurity and encryption

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)

  • Bioinformatics

  • Mobile applications

  • Database systems

  • Network architecture

• Strong analytical thinking and legal reasoning

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Reduced billable hour requirement (compared to partnership-track positions)

• Access to a supportive and collaborative team environment

• Opportunities for continued education, training, and skill enhancement

• Comprehensive benefits package available upon request