Patent Attorney/Patent Agent/ Technical Specialist: Chemistry

Our client, a highly respected IP law firm, is looking for a patent attorney (partner track), patent agent, or technical specialist for their Chemical Practice.

Billable hours

IP Associate- 1,850

Patent Agent/Technical Specialist- 1,650

Schedule- Hybrid 3/2 in Alexandria, VA

Responsibilities:

· Patent preparation and prosecution

· Foreign portfolio management

· Patent licensing

· Conducting due diligence in IP transactions toward rendering opinions to clients

· Working closely with clients, inventors, and firm attorneys

Patent Attorney Qualifications:

· A degree in the areas of inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, or chemical engineering. An advanced degree (Ph.D. or M.S.) in the relevant field is a plus

· J.D. from an accredited law school

· Admitted to practice before the USPTO

· 3-7 years of patent prosecution experience

Patent Agent Qualifications:

· A degree in the areas of inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, or chemical engineering. An advanced degree (Ph.D. or M.S.) in the relevant field is a plus

· Admitted to practice before the USPTO

· 2+ years of experience in patent application drafting and/or prosecution in a law firm setting is required

Technical Specialist Qualifications:

· A degree in the areas of inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, or chemical engineering. An advanced degree (Ph.D. or M.S.) in the relevant field is a plus

· 2+ years of experience in patent application drafting and/or prosecution in a law firm setting is required