Junior Prosecution Associate - Chemical

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 225,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Job summary

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP, in Washington, DC, is seeking an attorney to support patent prosecution, due diligence, and FTO work. The role requires 2–4 years of experience and licensure to practice before the USPTO as well as in a state where Finnegan has an office.

A background in organic chemistry/small molecules is required, with an advanced degree strongly preferred. The base pay range is $225,000–$260,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in patent law and related areas.
• Licensed to practice before the USPTO and in a state where Finnegan has an office.
• Science background in organic chemistry/small molecules required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support patent prosecution, due diligence, and FTO work.
• Supervise day-to-day activities of technical specialists and manage portfolios.
• Handle large clients with global portfolios and coordinate client meetings.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Due diligence

FTO

Client meetings

Education

Advanced degree in chemistry

Job description

Finnegan’s Chemical Practice Group is seeking an attorney for our Washington, DC office to support patent prosecution, due diligence, and FTO work.

The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience: running day to day supervision of technical specialists; working on patent prosecution, due diligence, FTO, counseling matters; handling large clients with big portfolios globally; and supporting client meetings. Prior experience as a patent agent or technical specialist can supplement years of experience.

A science background in organic chemistry/small molecules is required. An advanced degree is strongly preferred.

Candidates must be licensed to practice before the USPTO and in a state where Finnegan has an office.

The base annual pay range for this role is between $225,000 - $260,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.

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