Intellectual Property Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate Attorney with 0-6 years of experience in patent counseling and prosecution. The ideal candidate will possess a solid technical background in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, or similar fields. This position requires admission before the USPTO and superior academic credentials.

Duties:

• Provide expert legal counsel on intellectual property matters, including patent counseling and prosecution.
• Conduct patentability searches and provide detailed analyses and opinions.
• Prepare and file patent applications, responses to office actions, and other related documentation.
• Manage and oversee client patent portfolios, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Advise clients on IP strategy, including patent and IP litigation support.
• Represent clients in dealings with the USPTO and other intellectual property organizations.
• Collaborate with technical experts and internal teams to support developing and protecting clients' innovations.
• Stay current with changes in IP law and industry trends to provide up-to-date advice and guidance.

Requirements:

• 0-6 years of experience in patent counseling and prosecution within a law firm.
• Technical background in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, or similar fields.
• Admitted before the USPTO.
• Superior academic credentials, including a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, or a related technical field.

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal research and patent prosecution tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients, technical experts, and legal teams.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

The one-hundred and eighteen year old legal practice has law offices in Wisconsin, Illinois, Arizona and Colorado. The law practice employs over two-hundred competent attorneys and a professional support team. There are seventeen areas of practice namely business law, employee benefits, government relations, international and real estate. The firm endorses community outreach and pro-bono work. Additionally, they are committed to diversity in the work force.