Intellectual Property Associate Attorney

A law firm in Wilmington, DE is seeking an accomplished Intellectual Property Associate Attorney with a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or a closely related field. The role entails drafting and prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO and global patent offices, along with providing litigation support and risk management expertise.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications and manage the prosecution process before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and international patent offices.
• Conduct patentability searches, analyze prior art, and prepare opinions.
• Provide strategic intellectual property advice and counsel to clients.
• Assist in intellectual property litigation, including pre-litigation activities and dispute resolution.
• Manage and maintain intellectual property portfolios for clients.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or closely related scientific field.
• Admission to practice law in Delaware or eligible for admission by waiver.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO is mandatory.
• 4-8 years of experience in patent prosecution, specializing in Organic Chemistry or related fields.

Education:

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or closely related scientific field.

Certifications (Preferred):

Certification in Intellectual Property Law.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and responding to office actions.
• In-depth knowledge of patent prosecution procedures and strategies.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive patent searches and analyses.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

This Amlaw firm prides itself in a lower billable requirement and the ability for its associates to have a good work/life balance. The firm provides a collaborative work environment and there is a higher opportunity to move up from associate to counsel, than at most big firms.