Patent Prosecution & Litigation Associate Electrical Engineering & Software

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Patent Prosecution & Litigation Associate to join its Electrical Engineering & Software Team in Durham, NC. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in the realm of patent law, with a focus on electrical engineering, software, and computer science. Ideal candidates will have a background in IP law, patent prosecution, and experience with technologies like networking, wireless networks, or software systems.

Duties:

• Assist with patent prosecution, including drafting and filing patent applications for electrical engineering and software innovations.
• Handle patent litigation matters, representing clients in disputes related to IP rights and patent infringements.
• Provide legal guidance and support for clients regarding patent portfolios, patentability assessments, and IP strategy.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to understand and assess the technical aspects of inventions.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis on technical and legal issues.
• Prepare and review legal documents such as patent applications, responses to office actions, and briefs.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of experience in IP law, with a focus on patent prosecution and litigation.
• Background in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.
• Design engineering experience, particularly with chip companies, is a plus.
• Experience with technologies such as networking, wireless networks (3G/4G/5G), or similar fields is preferred.
• Must be a member of the USPTO and have the ability to work with patent filings.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Associate candidates must be licensed to practice law or able to become licensed in the jurisdiction where they will work. A California bar license is a plus.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active registration with the USPTO.
• Admission to the state bar (or eligibility to obtain licensure).

Skills:

• Strong proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patents in the electrical engineering and software sectors.
• Knowledge of patent litigation processes and legal strategies.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, understandable legal language.
• Proficient in patent search tools and patent databases.
• Experience in patentability and infringement analysis.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in legal and technical work.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k).
• Paid Days Off (PDO)/Vacation.
• Discretionary bonus based on performance.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement in a supportive, dynamic environment.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced patent attorney looking to deepen their expertise in a fast-growing field while working on complex legal issues involving cutting-edge technologies. If you're passionate about patent law and seeking a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.

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.