Property associate

Intellectual Property Associate Attorney - Columbus, Ohio

Location: Columbus, OH
Experience Level: 2-5 years
Practice Area: Patent Prosecution & IP Law
Salary Range: $110,000 - $160,000

Position Overview

A well-established law firm is seeking a mid- to senior-level Intellectual Property Associate with a strong computer science or electrical engineering background. This role focuses on patent prosecution and intellectual property matters for technology clients, with particular emphasis on computer circuits, multiprocessor design, and telecommunications technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Interview inventors and prepare comprehensive patent applications
• Conduct all stages of US and foreign patent prosecution, including ex parte appeals
• Perform validity, infringement, and freedom to operate studies
• Prepare detailed legal opinion letters on IP matters
• Provide strategic legal counsel on patent, trademark, and copyright issues
• Collaborate on licensing negotiations and agreements
• Support intellectual property litigation matters as needed
• Work closely with partners and associates on complex case management
• Stay current with developments in IP law and contribute to firm knowledge base

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Two to five (2-5) years of patent prosecution experience
• Technical background with BS/MS degree preferred
• Computer science or electrical engineering background required
• Registered practitioner at US Patent and Trademark Office (or Patent Bar eligible)
• Strong legal research and writing capabilities
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with IP law and patent litigation procedures

Preferred Technical Expertise

• Computer circuits and hardware design
• Multiprocessor systems and architecture
• Telecommunications technologies and systems
• Software development and programming
• Electrical engineering applications

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Strong technical background combined with legal expertise
• Excellent client communication and inventor interview skills
• Detail-oriented approach to patent drafting and prosecution
• Ability to manage complex IP portfolios
• Interest in developing licensing and litigation skills
• Collaborative approach to team-based case management
• Commitment to staying current with evolving IP law

What They Offer

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology clients
• Diverse IP practice including patents, trademarks, and licensing
• Professional development in both prosecution and litigation
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Clear advancement path within established IP practice group

For further information please contact Matthew at [email protected].

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a technically-minded IP attorney to advance their career while working on innovative technology patents and building expertise across the full spectrum of intellectual property law.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

• Patent Prosecution: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• OH 43215, United States (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in OH 43215, United States