Patent Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Attorney in Buffalo, New York. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 4 years of experience in intellectual property, specifically in patent preparation and prosecution. Recent law school graduates with prior work experience as a patent agent will also be considered.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications in various engineering disciplines.
• Prepare responses to USPTO Office Actions and manage examiner interviews.
• Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and validity analysis.
• Stay current on patent law developments and emerging technologies.
• Communicate effectively with inventors, in-house counsel, and foreign associates.
• Participate in client meetings and contribute to business development efforts.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree (or higher) in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, computer engineering, or a related field.
• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other practice areas.

Education

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Registration with the USPTO.

Skills

• Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Collaborative work style.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Pension plan.