Patent Prosecution And Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Title: Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Location: Columbia, SC

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is currently seeking a skilled Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate Attorney to join their dynamic team. The firm offers a collaborative environment where the attorney will handle a diverse range of patent prosecution and litigation matters, focusing on electrical engineering and software technologies. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical experience, particularly in computer science, electrical engineering, or related fields, and be comfortable working with cutting-edge technologies in the IP space.

Duties:

• Draft, prosecute, and litigate patents in the areas of electrical engineering, software, and related technologies.
• Manage and strategize patent portfolios, advising clients on patent protection, licensing, and litigation matters.
• Work on patent infringement cases, including preparing legal arguments, claim analysis, and patent validity opinions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, to assess and protect clients' intellectual property.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written reports on complex patent-related issues.
• Represent clients before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and in various courts.

Requirements:

• Must have experience in intellectual property law, specifically patent prosecution, with a focus on electrical engineering or software.
• Familiarity with networking technologies, 3G/4G/5G wireless systems, or similar areas is a plus.
• Experience with design engineering in a chip manufacturing environment is a beneficial asset.
• 2-6 years of legal experience in patent prosecution or litigation.
• Must be admitted to practice before the USPTO.
• Associate candidates must be licensed to practice law or eligible to become licensed in their working state, with a preference for candidates licensed in California.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• USPTO admission is required.
• SC State Bar admission (California Bar is a plus).

Skills:

• Expertise in patent law and intellectual property matters.
• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and managing prosecution processes.
• Strong technical background in electrical engineering, computer science, or related fields.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of analyzing complex legal and technical issues.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Job Location:

• Columbia, SC

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based discretionary bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and vacation days.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment with a commitment to diversity.

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.