Intellectual Property Partner

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Intellectual Property Partner in Buffalo, NY. This role involves leading patent and trademark matters, providing strategic counsel, and fostering practice growth within the Intellectual Property Practice Group.

Duties

• Lead U.S. and foreign patent prosecution and portfolio strategy in mechanical and industrial technologies.
• Conduct infringement, validity, freedom to operate, and patentability analysis.
• Advise on competitive surveillance and global IP strategy, including forecasting and budgeting.
• Negotiate IP licensing and complex cross-border transactions covering patents, trade secrets, trademarks, and copyrights.
• Counsel on trademark protection and enforcement within an integrated IP strategy.
• Handle patent and trademark litigation in federal court, the TTAB, and the Federal Circuit.
• Lead IP due diligence in mergers, acquisitions, and financings.
• Develop client relationships and support practice growth.
• Supervise and mentor associates, patent agents, and paralegals.
• Stay current through CLE and IP bar involvement such as the AIPLA.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor and admission to the New York State Bar.
• USPTO registration.
• Engineering or hard science degree, ideally mechanical or industrial.
• 10+ years across patent prosecution, transactions, and litigation.
• Admission, or eligibility, to the relevant federal courts and the Federal Circuit.
• A proven leader with strong client relationships, team development, and practice growth.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across practice areas.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and proactive client development.

Education

• Juris Doctor

Certifications

• USPTO registration

Skills

• Strong leadership and team development abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proactive client development and entrepreneurial mindset.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.