Intellectual Property Associate or Patent Agent—Organic Chemistry Expertise

Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a talented Associate Attorney or Patent Agent with expertise in Organic Chemistry. This role involves preparing and prosecuting patent applications, conducting interviews with inventors, and providing high-quality services to clients. The firm offers a supportive culture with a focus on work-life balance, encouraging socialization among colleagues. With competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of intellectual property law.

Benefits

Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(K), Profit Sharing and Vesting

Short-Term Disability Program

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Parental Benefits: Leave and Mindful Return

Employee Assistance Program

Tennis Fitness Center Membership

Continuing Legal Education

Holiday and Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3+ years of life science work experience in patent preparation.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Responsibilities

• Interview inventors to learn about new ideas to be patented.
• Prepare and prosecute patent applications and provide technical support.

Skills

Advanced degree in Organic Chemistry

Patent preparation and prosecution

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to grasp new technical teachings

Organizational skills

Education

Advanced degree in Organic Chemistry

3.0 GPA at all levels of education

Job description

Intellectual Property Associate or Patent Agent—Organic Chemistry Expertise

Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP is a Chicago-based intellectual property law firm having over 100 attorneys, highly qualified patent agents, and technical specialists, all dedicated to providing superior intellectual property counseling. We specialize in litigation and prosecution in all areas of intellectual property law. We litigate nationwide, primarily within the federal court system, and obtain patents and trademark registrations for our clients in the United States and foreign patent and trademark offices around the world.

We are currently seeking a talented Associate Attorney or Patent Agent for our Chemical practice group.

Required Credentials

• Strong academic credentials, which should minimally include an advanced degree in Organic Chemistry. Candidates should have at least a 3.0 GPA at all levels of education.
• At least three years of life science work experience in patent preparation and prosecution. Experience in the small molecules space is a plus.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Ability to grasp new technical teachings quickly.
• Ability to efficiently review patent and non-patent literature for key concepts.
• Excellent communication skills--both written and verbal--and exceptional organizational skills.
• Candidates should be detail-oriented, professional, and demonstrate the ability to take initiative and ownership of their projects.

Responsibilities will include:

• Interviewing inventors to learn about new ideas to be patented. Our clients include some of the world’s largest and most technologically advanced companies.
• Preparing and prosecuting patent applications, investigating and preparing non-infringement and invalidity opinions, occasionally participating in patent litigation to provide technical support, and performing related client counseling tasks.
• This position demands that the individual will, under the supervision of senior practitioners, assume significant client responsibilities, provide high-quality services to domestic and foreign clients, communicate with all levels of management and staff and, at times, will require a significant degree of autonomy.

Patent Agent compensation for this position includes an annual salary of $120,000–$160,000 for those having 3–6 years of relevant experience plus an advanced degree. Associate compensation for this position includes an annual salary of $210,000–$275,000 for those having 3–6 years of relevant experience plus an advanced degree. Salaries are determined based on a combination of experience, educational qualifications, and meeting minimum billable hour targets. Full-time positions come with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to earn significant bonuses.

Customary Benefits

• Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee and Dependent Medical Flexible Spending
• Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Accident and Critical Illness Plans
• Short-Term Disability Program
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Parental Benefits: Leave and Mindful Return
• Bright Horizons-Back-Up Child, Adult, and Elder Care
• Voluntary Group Personal Excess Liability Coverage
• 401(K), Profit Sharing and Vesting
• Pre-Tax Transportation Plan
• Identify Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tone Fitness Center Membership
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Stipend and Interest Free Loan Program
• Moving Expense Reimbursement
• Bar Fees and Related Expenses
• Continuing Legal Education
• Holiday and Paid Time Off

In addition to our generous benefits package, Marshall, Gerstein & Borun offers a culture with great work-life balance in a business-casual atmosphere. Ample opportunity for socialization between our colleagues is encouraged at weekly luncheons, special-occasion in-office events, and out-of-office functions throughout the year. Associates and Patent Agents are also provided a generously sized office and a culture that offers great work-life balance.

Qualified individuals interested in this position should forward a curriculum vitae, transcripts and writing samples to Michele J. Gudaitis at [e-mail].

Marshall Gerstein is committed to diversity, equity & inclusion and to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of the most talented and qualified professionals. We recognize that diversity at all levels of our firm, and the collective strength of our differences, enables us to better serve our clients, create enduring relationships, provide a platform for continued success, and improve both the vibrancy and innovation of our working environment.

Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.