A highly touted and established law firm seeks a Patent Attorney Associate with 3-6 years of experience to join its expanding patent group. The firm partners with leading global technology companies to position and protect innovation in fields ranging from hardware to software matters.
This is a dynamic opportunity to work in a collaborative, innovative team environment on high-level patent matters, including prosecution, client counseling, and standards-related technologies.
Prepare and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications
Draft responses to Office Actions and conduct Examiner interviews
Perform prior art, freedom-to-operate, and patentability analyses
Collaborate with inventors, in-house counsel, and technical teams
Participate in strategic portfolio development and post-grant counseling
Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred:
Wireless telecommunications systems and communication networks
Electrical hardware and computer software
Generative AI and Machine Learning
Networks, data storage and databases
Semiconductors, circuits, memory, and storage devices
Cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data security
Consumer electronics.
Expected salary range: $235,000 – $305,000, depending on the responsibilities of the position and the experience, education, and skills of the candidate
Generous merit-based bonus program
Job Order: 801D
If you meet the criteria set forth in this posting, please apply in confidence. Only those candidates meeting the requirements will be contacted.
If you are seeking a patent position nationally, please do not hesitate to contact us. MNF Global is owned by former practicing attorney who has led this legal search firm for over 18 years.
Requirements
J.D. and admission to practice before the USPTO
3-6 years of recent patent preparation and prosecution experience
Strong academic record with a technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or a closely related field
Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team-oriented culture
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits starting on the date of hire, including:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD Insurance
Generous parental leave
Child and Elder Care
401(k) with firm contributions
Profit Sharing
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