Mid-Senior Intellectual Property Associate Attorney

A law firm in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a highly qualified Mid-Senior Intellectual Property Associate Attorney with a strong background in patent prosecution, portfolio management, and IP strategy. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional academic credentials, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Duties:

• Manage patent prosecution matters, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Provide strategic counsel on patent portfolio development and management.
• Conduct freedom-to-operate analyses, due diligence reviews, and landscape analyses.
• Advise clients on IP strategy and protection, including patentability and infringement issues.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop comprehensive IP strategies aligned with business goals.
• Handle IP litigation support and proceedings as needed.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in at least one state and in good standing.
• Admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• 3+ years of experience focusing on patent prosecution and IP strategy at a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Proven track record in managing patent portfolios and providing strategic IP counsel.
• Strong understanding of patent law, including patentability, infringement, and licensing.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with a client-focused approach.

Education and Certifications:

• Undergraduate degree or advanced degree in computer engineering, software engineering, computer sciences, or a related field is required.
• JD from an accredited law school.

Skills:

• Proficiency in conducting patent searches and analyses.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts effectively to clients and colleagues.
• Experience with IP management software and databases is a plus.

This large firm operates like a small law firm, with offices across the nation, and the quality of its attorneys and work is high. The firm's lawyers try cases all over the nations, and try more cases than most firms in the country. The firm hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools. The pay is average, but the billable requirement is reasonable. People work hard, but the firm realizes that quality of life is just as important. The firm handles virtually all types of litigation and transactional law. It has been a legal powerhouse in the Midwest for a long time. The size allows the firm to handle the most complex transactions and cases, and its clients include many Fortune 500 companies. Associates are allowed to choose the practice areas and specific assignments that interest them, and they will be challenged with responsibility and client contact.