Associate patent attorney

STARK & KNOLL CO LPA; Canton (OH); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing Intellectual Property firm that prioritizes your professional growth and work-life balance. As an Intellectual Property Patent Associate, you will lead patent drafting and prosecution, collaborate with engineers to develop innovative IP strategies, and mentor junior associates. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, a competitive salary, and a culture that values your ideas and contributions. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and collegial environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Personalized Mentorship

Casual Work Environment

Regular Team Events

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in patent drafting and prosecution.
• Registered to practice before the USPTO.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end patent drafting and prosecution before the USPTO.
• Collaborate with engineers and inventors to craft IP strategies.
• Mentor junior associates and manage client relationships.

Skills

Patent Drafting

Patent Prosecution

Client Relationship Management

Mentoring

Strategic Guidance

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

State Bar Admission

Job description

o Lead end-to-end patent drafting and prosecution before the USPTO; collaborate with engineers and inventors to craft robust, commercially-savvy IP strategies; manage client relationships with clear communication and expert counsel; assume significant responsibility from day one, mentoring junior associates

o Submit cover letter with salary requirements, resume and writing sample

Intellectual Property Patent Associate
Remote | Full-time | Competitive Salary & Benefits

Are you an entrepreneurial IP professional ready to make a real impact? Join our dynamic, rapidly growing Intellectual Property firm—where your ideas drive innovation, work-life balance is paramount, and your professional growth is our priority.

What You’ll Do

• Patent Drafting & Prosecution: Lead end-to-end patent drafting and prosecution before the USPTO.
• Strategic Guidance: Collaborate with engineers and inventors to craft robust, commercially-savvy IP strategies.
• Client Engagement: Manage client relationships with clear communication and expert counsel.
• Team Leadership: Assume significant responsibility from day one, mentoring junior associates.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Minimum 5 years in patent drafting and prosecution.
• Credentials: Registered to practice before the USPTO.
• Educational Background: Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Bar Admission: Admitted to a state bar.
• Mindset: Innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative.

What We Offer

• Competitive Package: Market-leading salary, comprehensive health benefits, and retirement plans.
• Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere—no commute, full control over your schedule.
• Growth Focus: Personalized mentorship, continuing-education support, and clear career pathways.
• Culture & Perks: Casual, collegial environment with regular team events.