Electrical Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Troy, MI, is seeking an Electrical Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney to join its team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop a diverse practice by preparing and prosecuting patent applications across a spectrum of commercially significant technologies for large- and medium-sized clients from various industries. The focus areas include semiconductors, computer-related technologies, telecommunications, consumer electronics, digital image processing, and robotics.

Duties:

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications for clients in the specified technology domains.
• Develop and implement patent strategies to protect clients' intellectual property.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-practice studies to assess the viability of patent applications.
• Prepare opinion letters on patent-related matters.
• Conduct due diligence on intellectual property issues.
• Negotiate technology agreements to secure clients' interests.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering (advanced degree preferred).
• State Bar admission.
• Registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• Familiarity with U.S. patent laws.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and technologies.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (Advanced degree preferred).

Certifications:

• State Bar admission.
• United States Patent and Trademark Office registration.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

This is an intellectual property powerhouse law firm. It provides legal services in all areas of IP, which includes patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. Its clients range from high-tech startups to established technology companies, and from individual inventors to large public companies. Almost all of the firms lawyers are registered to practice before the patent bar, and some have advanced degrees in technical areas of science. The firm reportedly is a nice place to work, where lawyers enjoy the work and each others company. The workload at the firm is constant and busy, compensation is competitive and the quality of the assignments associates receive is interesting and high-end.