Boutique Semiconductor Patent Prosecution Attorney

Jobot; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent clients

Supportive partners

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Patent Prosecution Attorney for a boutique firm specializing in semiconductor technologies. The role involves preparing and prosecuting patent applications, conducting inventor consultations, and managing diverse prosecution strategies for a sophisticated client base.

The attorney will handle PCT and foreign filings, provide strategic IP counsel, and collaborate with technical experts to secure allowances while maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Registered to practice before the USPTO (patent bar admission required; current registration required).
• Minimum 4 years of patent prosecution experience focused on semiconductor, electrical, electronics, or related technologies.
• Strong technical background in semiconductor device design, IC fabrication, or related hardware technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Proficiency in patent prosecution software and legal research platforms.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications in semiconductor technologies; write submissions and responses.
• Conduct consultations with inventors to understand innovations and develop prosecution strategies.
• Evaluate patentability and provide prior art searches and opinions.
• Manage prosecution timelines, docket deadlines, and client communications.
• Collaborate with technical experts to overcome rejection issues and argue for allowances.
• Handle PCT and foreign patent office matters, including international phase prosecution.
• Provide strategic IP counsel on prosecution decisions and portfolio development.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and USPTO examiners.
• Support business development and growth of the semiconductor patent practice.
• Stay current on semiconductor technology, patent law, and USPTO guidance.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Semiconductor tech

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school

Tools

USPTO registration

Patent prosecution software

Legal research platforms

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Patent Prosecution Attorney for a boutique firm specializing in semiconductor technologies. The role involves preparing and prosecuting patent applications, conducting inventor consultations, and managing diverse prosecution strategies for a sophisticated client base.

The attorney will handle PCT and foreign filings, provide strategic IP counsel, and collaborate with technical experts to secure allowances while maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to