Intellectual Property Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm specializing in intellectual property law is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Associate Attorney to join their Minneapolis office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering with additional experience in electrical engineering and material science, particularly with hand tools, power tools, battery technology, and electronics.

Duties:

• Conducting patentability and freedom-to-operate searches and analyses.
• Drafting patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Managing and prosecuting patent portfolios.
• Providing strategic intellectual property counseling to clients.
• Conducting intellectual property due diligence in corporate transactions.
• Handling intellectual property litigation matters as necessary.
• Assisting in licensing negotiations and agreements.
• Keeping abreast of intellectual property law developments and best practices.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Minnesota state bar or admission eligibility via reciprocity.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing intellectual property law, preferably focusing on patent prosecution and litigation.
• Strong technical background in mechanical engineering; experience in electrical engineering and material science is highly desirable.
• Proven track record in drafting patent applications and responding to office actions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

This firm focuses its practice around value, reputation, reach, leadership, pro bono, and diversity core values. Their main practice areas focus on a variety of matters including banking, bankruptcy, corporate, energy, environment, ERISA, intellectual property, labor and employment, litigation, real estate, tax, and trusts and estates. They pride themselves on providing sound legal counsel and informing their clients on a number of topics through blogs, publications, and hosting educational events.