Chemistry IP Associate Attorney

A law firm in Newark, NJ, seeks a skilled Chemistry IP Associate Attorney with expertise in organic chemistry and patent law. The role involves drafting and prosecuting chemistry patent applications, providing strategic counsel on intellectual property matters, and collaborating with clients in the pharmaceutical sector.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute chemistry patent applications, specializing in organic chemistry.
• Conduct patentability assessments and prior art searches.
• Analyze technical documents and advise on patent strategy and portfolio management.
• Assist in patent litigation and enforcement actions related to chemistry patents.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with clients, inventors, and scientists.

Requirements:

• Advanced degree in Chemistry, with a focus on Organic Chemistry (Ph.D. preferred) or 5+ years of significant industrial experience in organic chemistry.
• 2-6 years of experience in intellectual property law, specifically in patent prosecution.
• Admission to at least one State Bar (New Jersey preferred) and registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Superior academic credentials with a strong record of achievement.
• Experience in drafting and prosecuting chemistry patent applications.
• Knowledge of patent laws and regulations, especially in the pharmaceutical industry.

Education and Certifications:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or related field.
• Admission to at least one State Bar (New Jersey Bar preferred).
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and legal documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.

This firm has given a lot of thought to the interplay between the New York and the New Jersey legal markets. Although one of the oldest and largest in New Jersey, this firm wants to capture the Manhattan type work at Manhattan type billing rates. Although they are not quite there yet, this firm has developed a structure that enables it to base the bulk of its personnel and resources in New Jersey, and have a small New York space from which to handle the 'big city' work. An interesting plan, to be sure. Associates here rave about the reasonable hours and the immediate responsibility, many of whom deal directly with clients and handle entire cases. This is one of the few New Jersey firms where you will see the reverse commute--attorneys leaving Manhattan to take advantage of pleasant work environment and excellent training ground.