Associate Attorney needed for Atlanta office

Job Title: Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm based in Atlanta, GA, is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney specializing in patent prosecution and intellectual property matters. This role involves managing and supervising various aspects of intellectual property law, including due diligence, freedom-to-operate analyses, and client counseling. The position also focuses on providing mentorship and training to junior team members while collaborating with clients who manage extensive global portfolios.

Duties:

• Oversee patent prosecution matters, ensuring timely and accurate filings.
• Conduct due diligence reviews and freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses for complex intellectual property issues.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and technical specialists on case preparation and strategy.
• Represent clients in high-level meetings and discussions related to intellectual property portfolios.
• Collaborate with clients to develop tailored strategies for patent acquisition and portfolio management.
• Lead global intellectual property initiatives for clients with extensive portfolios.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in patent prosecution, due diligence, and FTO matters.
• Proven ability to manage and lead teams, including training and supervising junior staff.
• Expertise in handling large-scale, global intellectual property portfolios.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client-facing roles.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a hard science field, such as molecular biology, cellular biology, gene therapy, or antibodies.
• An advanced degree in a related field is strongly preferred.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Admission to the Georgia Bar.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of patent prosecution processes and intellectual property law.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.
• Analytical skills to handle complex legal and technical matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Job Location: Atlanta, GA

Law offices are located in Asia, United States and Europe. Area of concentration is intellectual property law. Over three-hundred and seventy-five proficient attorneys and a competent support group make up their law practice. There are seven areas of practice such as patent prosecution, litigation, trademark and copyright. The legal practice was recognized in several well-known industry periodicals. The firm supports diversity in the labor force and pro-bono work.