Attorney

Lambert Shortell & Connaughton; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Lambert Shortell & Connaughton seeks a registered patent attorney for prosecution and litigation associate. The role entails preparing and prosecuting filing domestically and abroad for patent and trademark applications, plus conducting patentability searches and giving opinions to clients.

An ideal candidate will have experience in patent and trademark infringement litigation, including discovery, contentions, expert reports, hearings, and motion practice.

Qualifications

• Active USPTO registration or admission pending with eligibility to register.
• Experience in prosecuting domestic and foreign patent and trademark filings.
• Strong background in patent/trademark infringement litigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent and trademark filings domestically and internationally.
• Develop litigation strategies, manage discovery, and draft contentions and motions.
• Counsel clients on patentability, infringement risks, and case strategy.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Litigation

Trademark litigation

Client counseling

Education

Bar admission MA/NY/NH

Job description

Lambert Shortell & Connaughton is seeking a registered patent attorney for prosecution and litigation associate . The primary responsibilities for this position include preparation and prosecution of filing domestic and foreign patent and trademark applications. Patentability searches and opinions and client counseling on matters of patentability are also integral aspects of the position.

An ideal applicant will have experience pertaining to various aspects of patent and trademark infringement litigation (i.e., development of strategies; conducting discovery; preparing infringement and invalidity contentions, technical and damages expert witness reports, expert witnesses for deposition, trial related motions and other pleadings; cross examination of experts; drafting jury instructions, etc.). Willingness to be involved in motion practice and participate in hearings will be required.

The applicant should preferably have a technical background and/or experience in patent and trademark litigation. Experience with drafting and filing trademark office action responses with the Patent & Trademark Office is preferred. Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is required; admission to the Massachusetts, New York, or New Hampshire Bar is preferred. This is a unique opportunity for self-directed and self-motivated attorneys, and an ability to work independently is a must. This job offers great job flexibility and work life balance, as well as growth opportunities.