Intellectual Property Associate, Patent Agent or Technical Specialist Electrical/Computer Engin[...]

Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Associate Attorney, Patent Agent, or Technical Specialist to join their Electrical practice group. This role involves engaging with some of the world's most advanced companies to prepare and prosecute patent applications, providing vital client counseling, and assuming significant responsibilities. Ideal candidates will possess strong legal and technical acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work autonomously. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the field of intellectual property law.

Benefits

Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(K) and Profit Sharing

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D

Continuing Legal Education

Holiday and Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tone Fitness Center Membership

Moving Expense Reimbursement

Bar Fees and Related Expenses

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience required.
• Must have a license to practice law in Illinois or be qualified for the bar exam.

Responsibilities

• Interview inventors to learn about new ideas to be patented.
• Prepare and prosecute patent applications for software inventions.

Skills

Patent preparation and prosecution

Legal communication skills

Technical acumen

Organizational skills

Ability to grasp new technical teachings

Education

Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering

Undergraduate degree in Computer Engineering

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science

Undergraduate degree in Physics

Advanced degrees (optional)

Job description

Intellectual Property Associate, Patent Agent or Technical Specialist Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Physics Expertise

This range is provided by Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr

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 are currently seeking a talented Associate Attorney, Patent Agent, or Technical Specialist for our Electrical practice group.

Required Credentials

• 1-3 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience
• For Associates, license to practice law in Illinois (or licensed to practice law in another state and qualified to sit for the Illinois bar exam).
• For Associates and Patent Agents, admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Strong academic credentials, which should minimally include an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Physics.
• Candidates should have at least a 3.0 GPA at all levels of education.
• Advanced degrees are a significant plus but are not required.
• 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.
• Ideal candidates must demonstrate initiative, possess strong legal and technical acumen, exhibit a solid work ethic, and show resourcefulness. Additionally, they should have experience in drafting office action responses and preparing patent applications.

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 relating to software inventions, 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 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/Technical Specialist compensation for this position includes an annual salary of $95,000–$130,000 for those having 1–3 years of relevant experience. Associate compensation for this position includes an annual salary of $200,000–$225,000 for those having 1–3 years of relevant experience. 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

Qualified individuals interested in this position should forward a resume, 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.