Patent Attorney determines potential of granting patents on inventions or trademarks, and monitors possibility of infringement. Responsible for preparing and filing patent applications and trademark registrations, litigating pending applications and registrations, and reporting possible violations. Being a Patent Attorney prosecutes violations of organization's registrations and/or patents. Requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Additionally, Patent Attorney requires admittance to a state bar. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Patent Attorney work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Patent Attorney typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Mid/Senior-level Patent Prosecution Associate
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Salary: up to $180,000
The hiring firm is an Am Law 200 firm committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting talented individuals with backgrounds from a wide range of backgrounds.
Their Intellectual Property Practice Group practice group is in search of a mid to senior-level patent prosecution associate/department attorney to join the Chicago office.
As a leading full-service firm with deep patent expertise, the practice group assists clients in securing and retaining ownership of their intellectual property, capitalizing on their inventions, and strategically leveraging the technologies of tomorrow.
The successful candidate will collaborate with the team on navigating competitor patents, maximizing the value of client intellectual property, and safeguarding client assets.
Qualifications:
Compensation and Benefits:
The anticipated annual salary range for this position in Chicago is up to $180,000, in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws. This range is the firm's good faith estimate and may be subject to change.
The position also offers a standard benefits package with the possibility of additional contingent compensation based on performance, location, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to $180,000.00 per year
Work Location: On the road