Patent Attorney

Job Overview:
A global law firm is seeking patent attorneys for its Intellectual Property group. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in semiconductor or software technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning. The position offers the chance to handle significant responsibility, including direct client interaction and involvement in patent application drafting and prosecution. Successful candidates will have strong communication and writing skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Locations:

• Atlanta, GA

Duties:

• Interview inventors and draft patent applications.
• Prosecute patent applications, including overcoming rejections under 35 U.S.C. §101.
• Provide legal counsel to clients on patent-related issues.
• Work on both semiconductor and software-related patent matters, including AI and machine learning technologies.
• Handle direct client contact and manage multiple projects in a team environment.

Requirements:

• Registered to practice before the United States Patent Office (USPTO).
• 1-4 years of experience in patent prosecution, including drafting and overcoming rejections.
• Experience with semiconductor or software technologies, particularly AI and machine learning, preferred.
• Strong self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and ability to multi-task.
• Law firm experience is strongly preferred.

Education:

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Degree in a technical field preferred.

Certifications:

• USPTO Registration (required).

Skills:

• Expertise in patent prosecution and patent law.
• Strong technical background in semiconductors or software, including AI/ML.
• Excellent drafting, interviewing, and client communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and retirement plans.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid Parental leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), and paid holidays.
• Diverse and inclusive work culture.
• Mansfield Certified Plus firm for 2022.
• Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

The types of attorneys who practice at this firm are generally the most well rounded coming out of their law school class. Great grades and good presentation is what sets this firm's youngest associates apart. Associates here are quite free to be honest with the partners and feel completely at ease telling them they need more guidance on a particular project, or that they are simply spread too thin to handle a new one. Unlike other major law firms, this firm truly hires every associate with the expectation that they make partner and if you do not make partner you are not asked to leave the firm. Also, they have one of the most diverse groups of attorneys in the Southeast. Everyone is welcome. This is one of our favorites.