Associate (Technical Specialist, Patent Agent or Patent Attorney)

Hauptman Ham, LLP; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Hauptman Ham, LLP in Northern Virginia seeks a qualified patent professional to join its growing patent prosecution practice. You will work directly with clients to draft and prosecute patent applications in semiconductor design and related technologies, under the guidance of senior attorneys.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of patent prosecution experience, experience drafting 20+ US applications, and a BA/BS in Electrical or Chemical Engineering. Mandarin language ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• Two years of patent prosecution experience including drafting at least 20 US patent applications.
• Bachelor's degree; Electrical Engineering or Chemical Engineering preferred.
• Registered Patent Attorney/Agent eligible; Mandarin language capability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drafting patent applications based on invention disclosures.
• Conducting inventor interviews and communicating with clients.
• Reviewing and analyzing Office Actions; drafting amendments/responses; timely completion of tasks.

Skills

Patent drafting

Patent prosecution

Client communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Hauptman Ham, LLP is an intellectual property law firm located in Northern Virginia with a 50-year legacy of commitment to delivering high-quality counsel world-wide. The Firm seeks qualified candidates with industry/legal experience for its rapidly expanding patent prosecution practice.

Hauptman Ham works with industry leaders in the semiconductor manufacturing, telecommunication and circuit design fields. You will be entrusted to work directly with clients and to execute all facets of patent drafting and prosecution. In addition, a senior level Patent Professional or Partner will support you to execute your responsibilities and in your professional development. The ideal candidate has experience in the semiconductor field including chip design, circuit design, circuit layouts and/or chip architecture. The position is open to registered Patent Attorneys/Agents as well as Technical Specialists with at least a bachelor’s degree; and at least two years of experience in patent prosecution including drafting at least 20 US patent applications. Capability in semiconductors and circuit technology is a must. Versatility in other technical areas is a plus.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Drafting patent applications based on invention disclosures;
• Conducting inventor interviews;
• Communicating with clients;
• Reviewing and analyzing Office Actions;
• Drafting Amendments/Responses for responding to Office Actions;
• Accepting feedback from supervising Associates and Partners; and
• Timely communication and completion of assigned tasks.

Education Requirements: BA/BS required, Electrical Engineering or Chemical Engineering Degree Preferred

Minimum Experience: Candidates will preferably be capable of independently drafting patent applications and responding to office actions consistent with at least 2 year’s experience in the semiconductor field or in the patent field working with semiconductor technologies. The key attributes of a successful candidate for this position are knowledge, understanding, ability to further learn the technology, attention to detail and outstanding writing ability.

Special Skills and Knowledge: Mandarin speaking language capability is a plus.