Patent Prosecution And Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Title: Patent Prosecution & Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A well-established law firm is currently seeking a highly skilled Associate Attorney with expertise in patent prosecution and litigation. This position will be part of a dynamic team focused on electrical engineering and software, handling a variety of complex intellectual property matters. The role involves both drafting and prosecuting patents as well as managing litigation tasks in the technology sector.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications, focusing on technology-related patents in the electrical engineering and software domains.
• Assist in patent litigation matters, including legal research, case strategy, and client representation.
• Provide counsel on intellectual property rights and patent strategy for clients in technology-focused industries.
• Work with engineering teams to assess and develop patent portfolios for innovative technology solutions.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure timely and effective communication throughout the patent lifecycle.
• Contribute to the firm’s thought leadership and business development efforts within the patent space.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of patent prosecution experience, including application drafting.
• Strong technical background in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or similar fields.
• Experience in drafting patents and prosecuting them before the USPTO.
• Knowledge of 3G/4G/5G wireless networks, networking, or related technologies is highly desirable.
• Admission to the USPTO is required.
• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or able to obtain licensure promptly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• A technical degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Certifications

• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills

• Intellectual property law, specifically patent prosecution, and litigation.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Proficiency in patent drafting, filing, and prosecution.
• Experience with technical aspects of engineering and software.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Effective client communication and relationship management.

Job Location

• Winston-Salem, NC

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Paid Days Off (PDO) and vacation.
• Performance-based discretionary bonus.
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement.

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.