Associate Patent Attorney

Position Summary

The Associate Patent Attorney is a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual who will draft, file, and prosecute patent applications on behalf of inventors and argue cases before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Location

North Salt Lake, UT – Hybrid position

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

· Communicate with clients and inventors regarding new patent filings and manage invention disclosure meetings.

· Draft and file new patent applications based on invention disclosures.

· Draft and file office action responses in answer to rejections from the USPTO.

· Perform interviews with USPTO Examiners to address and resolve patent application rejections.

· Prepare and file appeal briefs at the PTAB in response to rejections from the USPTO.

· Communicate with clients regarding patent portfolio strategies and individual patent application recommendations.

· Work with foreign associates in prosecution of US and foreign patent application filings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Strong writing skills with the ability to clearly and succinctly describe complex, technical subject matter

· Proficient in Microsoft Office

· In-depth knowledge of patent filing and prosecution practices in the USPTO, PCT, and other major jurisdictions world-wide

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

· Highly organized with a strong attention to detail

· Ability to take direction and work independently with little or no supervision

· Ability to keep and maintain confidential information regarding clients and firm issues

· Aptitude to learn and quickly grasp firm specific software

Qualifications

· 1-5 years of experience as a practicing Patent Attorney

· Admitted to practice before the USPTO as a Patent Attorney

· Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school