Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a skilled Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of legal experience to join their team in Atlanta, GA. The ideal candidate will have a computer science, electrical engineering, or similar background, with expertise in IP, drafting, and patent prosecution. Experience in design engineering, particularly with a chip company, is highly desirable. Candidates with additional expertise in networking, software, 3G/4G/5G wireless networks, or related areas are preferred. Admittance to the USPTO is a requirement, while bar licensure in California is considered advantageous.

Duties:

• Conducting patent prosecution activities, including drafting and filing patent applications.
• Collaborating with inventors and clients to understand inventions and prepare patent specifications.
• Conducting patentability and clearance searches.
• Analyzing prior art and preparing legal opinions.
• Assisting in patent litigation matters, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Providing legal counsel on patent portfolio management and strategy.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of legal experience.
• Experience in intellectual property law, particularly in drafting and patent prosecution.
• Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar field.
• Design engineering experience with a chip company is a plus.
• Familiarity with networking, software, 3G/4G/5G wireless networks, or related technologies preferred.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar.
• USPTO registration.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

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.