Patent Attorney

Job Overview

An established law firm is seeking a skilled Patent Attorney to join its Denver, Colorado office. The role focuses on patent prosecution, portfolio management, and litigation. The ideal candidate will work closely with inventors, engineers, and clients to secure patents for cutting-edge technologies while providing strategic intellectual property guidance. This position offers a dynamic and collaborative environment for a patent professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting.

Location

• Denver, Colorado

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications with relevant patent offices
• Prepare detailed invention descriptions and draft patent claims to outline protection scope
• Manage patent prosecution timelines, ensuring timely filings and responses
• Develop and implement strategies for building and maintaining patent portfolios
• Monitor patents, coordinate renewal, and manage maintenance activities
• Represent clients in patent disputes, infringement litigation, and opposition proceedings
• Prepare legal arguments, motions, and briefs for court or administrative hearings
• Clearly and effectively communicate complex legal and technical information to clients and colleagues

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in patent law, focusing on patent prosecution
• Technical background in engineering, computer science, life sciences, or a related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to convey complex legal and technical concepts persuasively
• Strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative mindset with a proven ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited institution

Certifications

• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado

Skills

• Expertise in intellectual property law, particularly in patent prosecution and litigation
• Ability to draft detailed patent applications and claims with precision
• Strong analytical skills to develop strategies for portfolio management
• Competence in patent dispute resolution and preparation of legal documents for court proceedings

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to support professional growth and well-being

Serving Fortune 500 companies as well as individual entrepreneurs, this firm provides a full range of legal services across the country. Counseling clients with extraordinary personal attention, this firm finds creative solutions to solve complex cases. Building trust and close relationships with the clients are core values of the business. A collaborative and entrepreneurial atmosphere in the office helps to attract top legal talents from all over the world. This firm seeks candidates from different backgrounds who are hardworking, analytical, and detail-oriented. The firm offers excellent compensation and an exceptional benefits package.