Mid-Level Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

Job Title: Mid-Level Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm based in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a skilled mid-level Associate Attorney to join their Patent Prosecution & Litigation Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patent prosecution, with significant experience in application drafting and a technical background in mechanical or electrical engineering. A solid understanding of intellectual property law is desirable, and candidates with experience in related areas of IP will be considered a plus.

Duties:

• Manage patent prosecution matters, including drafting and filing patent applications.
• Collaborate with clients to develop effective patent strategies.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Provide legal advice regarding patent protection and strategy.
• Work closely with senior attorneys on patent litigation matters.
• Coordinate with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on various procedural requirements.
• Draft responses to office actions and maintain client communications regarding case progress.
• Participate in internal team meetings and contribute to the overall success of the practice group.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in patent prosecution, including drafting patent applications.
• Registration with the USPTO as a patent attorney.
• Barred in the state of North Carolina.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational ability.
• Solid analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

Education:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field is required.

Certifications:

• Registered with the USPTO.
• North Carolina State Bar membership is required.

Skills:

• Patent prosecution and application drafting.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Client communication and strategic advice.
• Experience with patent litigation and other forms of intellectual property law is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Job Location:

• Raleigh, NC

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Days Off (PDO)/Vacation.
• Potential for discretionary performance-based bonuses.

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.