Patent Prosecution And Litigation Technical Advisor

Job Title: Patent Prosecution and Litigation Technical Advisor (Electrical Engineering & Software)

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm based in Charlottesville, VA, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Technical Advisor to support their Patent Prosecution & Litigation Practice Group, specializing in Electrical Engineering & Software. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge intellectual property matters, collaborating with a dynamic team of professionals. No prior experience in intellectual property is required, making this a great entry-level opportunity for someone with a strong technical background and a passion for the legal field.

Duties:

• Assist in patent prosecution and litigation processes by providing technical expertise and analysis.
• Conduct technical research on complex engineering topics related to electrical engineering, software, and wireless communication technologies.
• Work closely with attorneys and clients to evaluate technical issues, draft technical reports, and contribute to patent applications.
• Analyze patent portfolios and prepare technical summaries to support patent litigation strategies.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in wireless communication technologies, including 5G, 6G, and 3GPP standards.
• Collaborate with legal teams to ensure accurate and efficient processing of technical information.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• No previous intellectual property experience is required.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to handle complex technical issues.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and interact effectively with attorneys and clients.

Education:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline.

Skills:

• Technical expertise in electrical engineering, software development, or related areas.
• Familiarity with wireless communication technologies (5G, 6G, 3GPP standards) is desirable but not mandatory.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports and client interactions.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Job Location:

• Charlottesville, VA

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Days Off (PDO) and vacation time.
• Performance-based discretionary bonus.

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.