Job Details

Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is actively seeking a Patent Associate with 1–4 years of experience in patent prosecution to join its growing Patents and Innovations (Counseling and Prosecution) practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in engineering or computational sciences and a demonstrated interest in life sciences. This is a dynamic opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to work with top-tier clients and cutting-edge technologies across a broad range of industries.

Location:

Duties:

Draft and prosecute patent applications for domestic and international clients

Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and due diligence analyses

Develop IP strategies for a diverse client base in high-tech and life sciences sectors

Engage in patent portfolio management and client counseling

Collaborate with inventors, engineers, in-house counsel, and cross-functional teams

Provide technical support to litigation or transactional matters when needed

Requirements:

1–4 years of patent prosecution experience at a law firm

Strong foundation in at least one of the following:

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML)

Demonstrated interest or experience in life sciences (industry or academic)

Strong legal writing and analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines with professionalism and precision

Education:

J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a technical field preferred

Certifications:

USPTO registration required

Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Skills:

Superior written and verbal communication

Exceptional research and technical writing abilities

Strong interpersonal skills and client service mindset

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills

Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently

Discretionary merit bonuses

Monthly wellness reimbursements

24/7 virtual counseling and emotional health support

Health insurance for employees and eligible dependents (including same- or opposite-sex spouses/domestic partners)

Family-building benefits (IVF, adoption, surrogacy, egg-freezing)

Paid parental leave

Parenting concierge services and telemedicine access

Parents and caregivers resource groups

Career coaching and mentorship for working parents

Backup childcare (in-home and center-based)

Tutoring and college counseling for older children

Health Savings Accounts (with firm contributions)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

401(k) plan with firm matching

Pretax commuter and parking benefits

Life insurance (basic and supplemental)

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, accident, and hospitalization insurance

Voluntary identity theft protection and pet insurance

Full coverage of CLE, bar exam review, and bar dues

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