Patent Prosecution Associate — 2–5 Years Experience

Burr & Forman; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Group term life and disability保险

401(k) retirement plan and retirement 

Paid time off

Free wellness and mental health服务

Job summary

Burr & Forman is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate with 2 to 5 years of patent prosecution experience to join our growing IP practice in Charlotte. The role focuses on patent preparation and prosecution, with opportunities to work on a wide range of IP matters alongside experienced partners.

The ideal candidate will be based in our Charlotte office and will take on meaningful responsibility across a varied docket.

Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• J.D. degree and admission to the applicable state bar.
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Undergraduate degree in science or engineering.
• Strong technical and analytical skills necessary to conduct complex and detailed analysis of patent related matters.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients, inventors, and colleagues.
• Willingness to work primarily from the office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications on diverse technologies.
• Collaborate with partners on a broad IP docket and client matters.
• Take on meaningful responsibility across a varied patent docket.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Technical analytical skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to work from office

Education

J.D. degree and state bar admission

USPTO registration

Undergraduate degree in science or engineering

Job description

Burr & Forman is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate with 2 to 5 years of patent prosecution experience to join our growing IP practice in Charlotte. The role focuses on patent preparation and prosecution, with opportunities to work on a wide range of IP matters alongside experienced partners.

The ideal candidate will be based in our Charlotte office and will take on meaningful responsibility across a varied docket.