Intellectual Property | Associate
Role open to candidates in: Boston, MA, New York, NY, Pittsburgh, PA, Princeton, NJ, Washington, DC
We're representing a highly respected national law firm is seeking a Patent Associate with 3-7 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience to join its growing Intellectual Property practice.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney looking to work with sophisticated clients, handle substantive patent strategy matters, and be part of a firm that offers both the resources of a national platform and the collegiality of a collaborative practice.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will work closely with innovative companies, inventors, and in-house counsel on the development and protection of valuable patent portfolios. The role offers significant client contact, meaningful responsibility, and the ability to play an active role in strategic portfolio management rather than focusing solely on high-volume prosecution work.
Attorneys in this group enjoy a balanced, team-oriented environment with strong partner accessibility, mentorship, and opportunities for long-term growth within the practice.
Representative Responsibilities
- Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications
- Develop and execute patent portfolio strategies
- Prepare patentability analyses and related opinions
- Advise clients regarding patent procurement and protection strategies
- Collaborate directly with inventors, engineers, and business stakeholders
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- USPTO registration required
- 3-7 years of patent prosecution experience
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Advanced technical degree preferred
- Strong academic credentials and exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction
Why Attorneys Are Interested in This Platform
- Nationally recognized intellectual property practice with a strong reputation in patent prosecution and portfolio counseling
- Consistently strong attorney retention and collaborative culture
- Direct client interaction and substantial responsibility from day one
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced IP practitioners across multiple offices
- Entrepreneurial environment where attorneys can build meaningful client relationships and grow their practice
- Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and long-term partnership prospects
Compensation
- Massachusetts: $245,000-$275,000
- New York / Washington, DC: $250,000-$280,000
- New Jersey: $225,000-$255,000
In addition, flexible work schedules, high bonus potential, and strong benefits.
For attorneys seeking sophisticated patent work, strong mentorship, and a platform that combines national reach with a collegial culture, this represents an excellent opportunity to take the next step in their career. Please apply now for more details, we'd love to connect!
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