Patent Prosecution & Litigation Associate - Electrical Engineering & Software

A law firm seeks an Associate or Patent Agent to join its Patent Prosecution & Litigation Practice Group, focusing on Electrical Engineering and Software. This position is based in Greensboro, NC, and offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of complex intellectual property matters, especially in the fields of computer science, electrical engineering, and related technologies.

Duties:

• Handle patent prosecution and litigation in the areas of electrical engineering and software.
• Draft patent applications, respond to office actions, and provide legal advice on patent strategy.
• Work with clients on patent portfolio management, including the preparation of opinions and responses.
• Conduct detailed patent research, analyze patent infringement, and prepare litigation strategies.
• Collaborate with the team on various matters, offering expertise in areas such as networking, software, and wireless technologies like 3G/4G/5G.
• Manage communications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-6 years of experience in patent prosecution, particularly in the fields of electrical engineering, software, or computer science.
• Candidates must be members of the USPTO and have experience drafting patent applications and engaging in patent litigation.
• Experience or knowledge in networking, wireless technologies, or chip design engineering is highly preferred.
• Associate candidates must be licensed to practice law or eligible for licensure in the state where they will be based.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Education:

• A degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field is required.

Certifications:

• Must be a registered patent practitioner with the USPTO.
• Bar licensure in the state of practice is preferred (California licensure is a plus).

Skills:

• Ability to effectively manage a portfolio of patents and patent-related issues.
• Expertise in patent law and patent litigation procedures.
• Strong technical understanding of electrical engineering, computer science, and related technologies.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective client interaction.
• Proficient in legal research, analysis, and strategy formulation.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and 401(k) plan.
• Paid Days Off (PDO) and vacation time.
• Discretionary bonus opportunities based on performance.

This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team while advancing your career in intellectual property law.

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.