Patent Attorney

Bochner PLLC; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Bochner PLLC seeks a Patent Attorney with 3-6 years of patent prosecution experience. This role offers competitive compensation, flexible work options, and the chance to work with a diverse client portfolio. Responsibilities include preparing patent applications and advising clients on patent rights.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Origination Incentive Program

Remote Work Options

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of patent prosecution experience required.
• Strong writing and communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent and trademark applications.
• Draft and submit Office Action responses.
• Conduct patentability and clearance searches.

Skills

Patent Prosecution

Strong Writing Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

USPTO Registration

Job description

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At Bochner PLLC, you will have the opportunity for ample client interaction. Our current client portfolio is well distributed and includes a wide-ranging variety of small and large clients. This is interesting work with a talented collection of peers, flexible work hours, an origination incentive program, and more. Your duties will be related to your technical training and/or prior legal experience. Although, present needs concern the drafting and prosecution of patents, there is also a great likelihood of work in other related areas. For example, in addition to patent prosecution, you may contribute to portfolio counseling; infringement, invalidity, and freedom to operate opinions; due diligence.

Patent prosecution experience and USPTO registration number are required. Patent drafting and searching experience are required. Transactional and/or litigation experience is preferred.

Our compensation is competitive with peer firms and commensurate with our billable hour expectations. Additional compensation is provided for any originating business and meeting certain billable hour thresholds. We offer an anticipated annual compensation of $150,000-$200,000 based on experience.

Visit our website for more information about us (www.bochner.law). Bochner PLLC is proud to employ self-starters and hard-working individuals. All employment decisions are based on merit. Bochner PLLC is an equal opportunity employer.

We welcome fully remote applicants anywhere in the US and/or hybrid options in our offices in New York City or Tampa, Florida.

Responsibilities - please read the second paragraph above and verify you have the required credentials.

• Prepare and prosecute patent and trademark applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Draft and submit Office Action responses and correspond with Examiners.
• Draft and submit patent applications.
• Conduct diligence reviews and assist in management of IP portfolios.
• Conduct invention intake with clients and prospective clients.
• Conduct patentability and clearance searches.
• Prepare related memoranda and opinions.
• Act in the best interest of clients.
• Aid senior attorneys and teams in filing paperwork on time.
• Advise clients on their patent rights.
• Use exceptional communication and analytical skills to learn about clients’ inventions.
• Understand technical concepts.
• Keep up with advancements in your field.
• Demonstrate effective communication with clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate with legal professionals to provide comprehensive patent services.
• Complete all other tasks and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be registered to practice before the USPTO.
• 3-6 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Proven knowledge and experience in patent preparation, drafting, and prosecution.
• Strong writing and communication skills in English.
• Ability to independently organize and prioritize tasks with deadlines.
• Professional interaction with clients and responsiveness to questions.
• Ability to write and demonstrate exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to sustain close working relationships with attorneys, colleagues, and clients.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, assisting co-workers when required.
• Professional communication skills adaptable to various audiences.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and attention to detail.
• Strong multi-tasking and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize.
• Resourcefulness, innovation, and problem-solving skills.
• Consistent demonstration of behaviors supporting company values.
• Ability to work remotely from a US residential address if not in a designated office.
• Availability and communication during normal business hours, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.
• Must have a professional, distraction-free workspace free from hazards.