Mid-Senior Intellectual Property Associate Attorney

A law firm in Madison is seeking a motivated Mid-Senior Intellectual Property Associate Attorney with a strong background in patent prosecution and strategic IP portfolio management. The ideal candidate should possess exceptional academic credentials, a commitment to excellence, and a passion for advancing in the field of intellectual property law.

Duties:

• Manage and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for patent portfolio management.
• Conduct freedom-to-operate opinions and due diligence analyses.
• Perform landscape analyses to assess IP landscapes and competitive intelligence.
• Advise clients on IP strategy, including patentability, infringement, and licensing issues.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to develop comprehensive IP strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Assist in IP litigation matters, including pre-litigation strategy and support.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in at least one state and in good standing.
• Admitted to practice before the USPTO.
• 3+ years of experience focusing on patent prosecution and strategic management of patent portfolios.
• Strong understanding of intellectual property law and patent regulations.
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong commitment to client service and delivering high-quality work.

Education and Certifications:

• Undergraduate degree or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Sciences, or a related technical field.

Skills:

• Proficiency in conducting patent searches and analyses.
• Experience with IP management software and databases.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to think strategically and provide practical legal advice.

This large firm operates like a small law firm, with offices across the nation, and the quality of its attorneys and work is high. The firm's lawyers try cases all over the nations, and try more cases than most firms in the country. The firm hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools. The pay is average, but the billable requirement is reasonable. People work hard, but the firm realizes that quality of life is just as important. The firm handles virtually all types of litigation and transactional law. It has been a legal powerhouse in the Midwest for a long time. The size allows the firm to handle the most complex transactions and cases, and its clients include many Fortune 500 companies. Associates are allowed to choose the practice areas and specific assignments that interest them, and they will be challenged with responsibility and client contact.