Bioengineering Attorney / Chemical Engineering Attorney in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Bioengineering Attorney / Chemical Engineering Attorney in Chicago, IL

Attorney

1-3 yrs required

No

Job Title: Intellectual Property – Technology – Junior Associate

Job Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities for the position of Junior Associate in the Intellectual Property Technology practice include:
- Collaborating with senior associates and partners to provide legal support and advice on matters related to intellectual property and technology.
- Conducting thorough research and analysis of legal issues pertaining to intellectual property rights, particularly in the fields of biomedical and chemical engineering.
- Assisting in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, ensuring compliance with all relevant legal standards and regulations.
- Advising clients on intellectual property strategies, including patentability, freedom to operate, and infringement issues.
- Drafting legal documents, including briefs, opinions, and agreements, with a focus on protecting and enforcing clients' intellectual property rights.
- Participating in client meetings and maintaining effective communication to address any questions or concerns regarding intellectual property matters.
- Staying informed about updates and changes in intellectual property law, particularly those impacting the technology sector.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates applying for the Junior Associate position are expected to have:
- One to three years of experience working in a large law firm, with a focus on intellectual property and technology-related matters.
- A background in biomedical or chemical engineering, or equivalent experience, is preferred.
- Active membership in the bar in the state of the law firm office to which the candidate is applying.
- Patent bar membership, indicated by a USPTO Registration Number, is a mandatory requirement for this position.

Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Junior Associate position in the Intellectual Property Technology practice.

Legal and Compliance Information:
- The law firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position. Search firms submitting candidates will not receive compensation, even if a candidate is hired.
- In accordance with Massachusetts law, it is illegal to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Employers violating this law are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.