Patent Attorney jobs in the United States

Patent Attorney – Intellectual Property Law Firm – Patents/Trademarks/Copyrights/Trade Secrets

Position Overview:

Fargo Patent & Business Law, PLLC is an intellectual property focused law firm. The firm works with innovative companies to help develop great ideas. We provide both intellectual property and business law services. Intellectual property services include patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.

The position is for a person licensed as a patent attorney. The position will comprise primarily of patent prosecution, trademark prosecution, and trade secret work. Patent work will primarily be related to mechanical and industrial technologies but may expand into other subject matters. Sales and marketing efforts are managed by the firm to provide a workflow for the person hired. The hired person does not need to solicit new clients or businesses. Primary clients of the firm include agriculture, oil and gas, manufacturing, medical devices, and unmanned aviation. The core values of Fargo Patent & Business Law, PLLC include Empathy, Attentiveness, Easy, Information, and Life-Long Clients. Candidates should be able to adopt these values as a core part of their job. This position will communicate with clients, vendors, and using platforms including email and phone.

Desired Outcomes

• Prosecute high-quality patent applications
• Maintain client and internal deadlines
• Prosecute high-quality trademark applications
• Address a broad range of legal issues as they arise

Responsibilities:

• Communicate details of a matter with clients
• Join firm salespeople in client meetings to understand inventions and strategies
• Prosecute patents
• Prosecute trademarks
• Prosecute Copyrights
• Provide trade secret research and guidance
• Ascertain and locate needed information as required
• Maintain firm procedures
• File documents with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and other federal agencies
• Assist in non-IP related matters includings corporate work, contracts, and limited disputes
• Maintain client scheduling
• Maintain deadlines and important schedules
• Proofreadad documentation
• Attend events at tradeshows, networking, and other such activities
• Maintain firm core values while interacting with clients and potential clients
• Attend meetings with other attorney(s) to document and take notes
• Organize and document attorney work
• Use and continually develop leadership skills
• Attend training as required to maintain industry proficiency
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Participate in coordinating internal resources and third parties/vendors for the seamless execution of projects

Requirements:

• Licensed Patent Practitioner with the USPTO
• License with the North Dakota Bar Preferred
• Licenses in other states beneficial
• 0 – 3 years experience as an attorney
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong working knowledge of a CRM
• Ability to lift 40 pounds or more
• Signed confidentiality agreements

Behavioral Responsibilities:

• Be willing to grow and learn
• Be open to feedback and willing to offer constructive feedback
• Be respectful, both in language and action
• Maintain control and composure during difficult situations

Hours:

• Base of 40 hours per pay week. A part-time reduction is an option.
• In-office 9 – 4 M – Th, 9 – 12 F
• There will be an opportunity to increase hours if desired.
• Compensation Total Estimated Range: $94,000 - $217,000 depending on experience and actual work performed. Calculation based on assumption that minimum billable hours are met on a monthly basis.

Reporting Lines:

This position reports directly to an attorney

Application Information:

To apply for this position, submit a résumé and letter of interest addressing your skills and expertise as it relates to the position. Position is open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $94,000.00 - $217,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• State Bar (Preferred)
• USPTO Patent Practitioner (Preferred)

Work Location: In person