Patent Attorney

Kim IP; Voorhees Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Kim Intellectual Property Law Group (Kim IP) in Voorhees, New Jersey seeks an experienced Patent Attorney with a Mechanical Engineering background to join our expanding IP practice. You will draft and prosecute U.S.

and international patent applications and help develop patent portfolio strategies for innovative clients. This role offers substantial responsibility, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to build long-term client relationships with hybrid work flexibility across domestic

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO.
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar (or ability to obtain admission).
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm or comparable IP practice.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple client matters.
• Prior engineering or industry experience (preferred).
• Patent litigation experience (preferred).
• Experience managing client portfolios (preferred).
• Portable business (welcome but not required).

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
• Develop patent portfolio strategies for innovative clients.
• Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and validity analyses.
• Counsel clients on intellectual property strategy.
• Work directly with inventors, engineers, executives, and in-house counsel.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys across multiple technical disciplines.
• Gain exposure to domestic and international intellectual property matters.
• This position offers substantial responsibility and opportunities for building long-term client relationships.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Strong writing

Client communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Bar admission to NJ or ability to obtain

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Registration to USPTO

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Join One of New Jersey's Fast-Growing Intellectual Property Law Firms

Kim Intellectual Property Law Group (Kim IP) is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney with a background in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline to join our expanding intellectual property practice.

If you're looking for more than simply drafting patent applications—and want to work directly with innovative companies, sophisticated technologies, and experienced IP professionals—we would like to hear from you.

About Kim IP

Kim IP is a boutique intellectual property law firm dedicated exclusively to intellectual property law. Our attorneys represent clients ranging from emerging startups to Fortune 500 companies, universities, medical device companies, and international businesses across a broad spectrum of technologies.

Our practice includes:

Patent preparation and prosecution (U.S. and international)

Patent portfolio strategy and management

Freedom-to-operate and patentability opinions

IP due diligence

Licensing and technology transactions

Trademark and copyright matters

Patent litigation support

We pride ourselves on delivering sophisticated legal work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where attorneys have meaningful client interaction and opportunities for professional growth.

What You'll Do

As a Patent Attorney, you will:

Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications

Develop patent portfolio strategies for innovative clients

Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and validity analyses

Counsel clients on intellectual property strategy

Work directly with inventors, engineers, executives, and in-house counsel

Collaborate with experienced attorneys across multiple technical disciplines

Gain exposure to domestic and international intellectual property matters

This position offers substantial responsibility, client interaction, and the opportunity to build long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who possess:

J.D. from an accredited law school

Registration to practice before the USPTO

Admission to the New Jersey Bar (or ability to obtain admission)

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline

Minimum of 2 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm or comparable IP practice

Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple client matters

Preferred Qualifications

Prior engineering or industry experience

Patent litigation experience

Experience managing client portfolios

Portable business (welcome but not required)

Why Join Kim IP?

We understand that talented attorneys have choices. We strive to create an environment where attorneys can build rewarding careers while doing exceptional legal work.

We offer:

Competitive compensation

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Hybrid work flexibility

Direct client contact and meaningful responsibility

High-quality domestic and international patent work

Collaborative, collegial team culture

Strong administrative and technical support

Opportunities for business development and career advancement

A platform for attorneys interested in growing their own practice

Whether your goal is to deepen your technical expertise, develop client relationships, or build a long-term practice, Kim IP provides the resources and mentorship to help you succeed.

Location

This is a full-time position based in our Voorhees, New Jersey office, with hybrid work flexibility available for qualified candidates.