Associate - Intellectual Property

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Job Overview
A law firm seeks a highly motivated Associate to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in intellectual property, focusing on patent preparation, prosecution, and strategic counseling.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute U.S. patent applications.
• Manage domestic and foreign patent portfolios.
• Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and validity analyses.
• Collaborate with clients across various industries and technologies.
• Provide strategic counseling on intellectual property matters.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 3-5 years of experience in patent prosecution and intellectual property counseling.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Experience in trademark prosecution is preferred.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Collaborative and committed to client service.

Benefits

• Substantial client contact.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated intellectual property matters.
• Collegial and diverse work environment.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306