Description:
Minneapolis Intellectual Property & Patent Attorneys, an Intellectual Property law firm, has an opening for a Patent Attorney specializing in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software, Computer Science, or a related engineering field.The Patent Attorney will assist clients with intellectual property management and protection including preparation and prosecution of high technology patent applications.
Responsibilities:
- Provides legal advice and representation to individuals and businesses seeking patent prosecution.
- Evaluates viability of patent requests; completes and files patent applications.
- Maintains knowledge of scientific, technological, and legal developments including completion of continuing legal education.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Superior verbal and written communication skills.
- Thorough understanding of technology and scientific developments.
- Thorough understanding of intellectual property law with emphasis on patent prosecution.
- Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
- Ability to function well in a high paced/volume, and at times, stress environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 or related software.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, Software, Computer Science Engineering, or a related engineering field.
- Juris doctor or equivalent from an accredited law school, required.
- Active license to practice law in the state of Minnesota.
- Registration to practice before the USPTO, required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Occasional lifting of objects of up to 20 pounds.