Patent Attorney

Patent Attorney Position in Charlotte

Job Overview

• Practice Area: IP (PatentHard Science General, IPPatentSoftware)
• Job Type: Attorney
• Firm Type: Law Firm
• Experience: 1-4 Years

About the Firm

• North Carolina-based law practice
• Launched 5 years ago, merged with local firm 3 years ago
• Focus areas: corporate real estate, business transactions, real estate capital markets
• 15 qualified attorneys on staff
• Commitment to community service and philanthropy

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inventor interviews
• Draft and prosecute patent applications
• Analyze and respond to patent office actions
• Provide strategic patent portfolio counseling
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses

Qualifications and Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from accredited law school
• Bar admission in at least one state
• USPTO registration
• 1-4 years of patent law experience
• Software, AI, or machine learning background preferred

Essential Skills

• Excellent communication abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented approach
• Effective time management
• Collaborative team player

Preferred Certifications

• Patent Attorney certification (if applicable)

Benefits Package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and retirement plans
• Flexible time off plans:
• Paid parental leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays