Patent & IP Associate Attorney (USPTO Registered) Origination

Career Legal; North Carolina; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Legal in North Carolina is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate Attorney with USPTO registration to manage patent and IP matters for clients across industries. The role emphasizes patent drafting, prosecution, and strategic IP advice.

You will originate work, service client relationships, and collaborate with colleagues on IP litigation support when needed. This on-site opportunity offers strong earning potential with origination and exposure to innovative technologies.

Qualifications

• USPTO registration required.
• 4+ years of IP experience.
• Ability to originate and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Advise clients on IP protection strategies.
• Handle both firm-generated and originated work.
• Conduct patent searches and analysis.
• Support IP litigation or enforcement where needed.

Skills

USPTO registration

IP experience

Client relations

Job description

Career Legal in North Carolina is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate Attorney with USPTO registration to manage patent and IP matters for clients across industries. The role emphasizes patent drafting, prosecution, and strategic IP advice.

You will originate work, service client relationships, and collaborate with colleagues on IP litigation support when needed. This on-site opportunity offers strong earning potential with origination and exposure to innovative technologies.