Patent Prosecution Engineering Associate

Description:

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Firm: Barnes & Thornburg LLP

A National, Full-Service Law Firm is seeking a Patent Prosecution Engineering Associate to join our firm and highly regarded, nationally ranked Intellectual Property Department. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications. A degree and background in mechanical engineering is required.

Candidate Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of patent prosecution experience required
• Strong background in drafting and prosecuting patent applications
• Mechanical engineering degree required
• Registered and in good standing with the USPTO
• Admitted to practice in Indiana or eligible for admission to the state bar

Preferred Experience:

• Managing patent portfolios
• Preparing patent opinion letters
• Advising on non-infringement and invalidity issues
• Conducting patent due diligence for corporate transactions and M&A matters
  

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