Junior to Mid-level Associate Attorney

A law firm in New York City is seeking a dynamic and experienced Junior to Mid-level Associate Attorney with a background in patent preparation and prosecution. The ideal candidate should have a degree in electrical engineering or computer science, along with 2+ years of relevant experience. The candidate should demonstrate high academic achievement, strong law firm experience, and excellent writing and communication skills. Specialized experience in patent prosecution within electrical engineering, software-related technologies, data science/AI, networking technologies (especially network security), and machine learning/artificial intelligence (in addition to data science) and hardware security is highly encouraged. The successful candidate must hold a JD and be admitted to the USPTO.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution activities in the specified technical areas, including electrical engineering, software-related technologies, data science/AI, networking technologies (with a focus on network security), machine learning/artificial intelligence, and hardware security.
• Perform legal research and analysis related to patent law and specific technical domains.
• Collaborate with clients, inventors, and senior attorneys to gather information and build strong patent portfolios.
• Draft and file patent applications, responses to office actions, and other legal documents.
• Provide legal advice and opinions on intellectual property matters.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the USPTO.

Skills:

• Strong academic achievement.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Solid law firm, engineering, and industry experience.
• Specialized knowledge in patent prosecution within specified technical areas.
• Ability to conduct legal research and analysis.
• Collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of intellectual property laws and regulations.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.