Job Description
A Patent Legal Associate's job description involves supporting patent attorneys and agents by performing research, preparing legal documents, and managing deadlines related to patent applications and prosecution. They assist with tasks like prior art searches, drafting patent applications, and managing communications with clients and patent offices.
PATENT LEGAL ASSOCIATE
Pay Rate: $185 000-245 000
REMOTE OFFICE
Position(s) are open across several prime locations, including Boston, East Brunswick, Hartford, Indianapolis, Miami, New York, Newark, Philadelphia, Stamford, Trenton, Washington, DC, and Wilmington.
Key Responsibilities:
· Patent Preparation and Prosecution:
o Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications with meticulous attention to detail and strategic insight.
o Conduct patentability analyses and provide clear recommendations to clients.
· Client Engagement:
o Collaborate closely with clients to understand their technologies, goals, and business strategies.
o Translate complex technical concepts into clear, enforceable patent claims.
· Portfolio Management and Strategy:
o Develop and implement intellectual property strategies tailored to each client’s needs.
o Manage and oversee clients’ patent portfolios to ensure robust protection of their innovations.
· Legal Support:
o Provide support for IP-related litigation, due diligence, freedom-to-operate analysis, and opinion work as needed.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
· Experience:
o 2–5 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications, with a strong focus on mechanical, electrical, and/or software-related technologies . AI BigLaw or major firm background is highly desired
· Educational Background:
o Superior academic credentials in law.
o A technical degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field is strongly preferred.
· Licensing:
o Admission to a state bar (required).
o Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.
· Skills:
o Exceptional writing, analytical, and communication abilities.
o The ability to handle complex technologies and distill them into clear, concise patent claims.
o Strong interpersonal skills to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.
Why is This a Great Opportunity
Our Client, is a leading law firm with a storied history of excellence and innovation, is seeking talented and motivated Patent Associate(s) to join its renowned Intellectual Property Practice Group . This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative and cutting-edge environment where you’ll play a critical role in shaping the intellectual property strategies of some of the most innovative companies in the world.
With a legacy spanning over 175 years, our Client is one of the nation’s most respected law firms, recognized for its deep commitment to client service, innovation, and excellence. This is a great opportunity to work with clients ranging from pioneering startups to global corporations, advising them on patent prosecution, IP strategy, portfolio management, and more. Our Client's dynamic IP Group is known for its technical acumen, legal precision, and unwavering dedication to delivering results
The Role: Patent Associate
This is a dynamic position where you will contribute to groundbreaking legal work in the areas of mechanical, electrical, and software-related technologies . You will work with inventors, engineers, and corporate executives to ensure their innovations are protected, fostering their ability to compete in a global marketplace.
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