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Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP is currently seeking a Patent Attorney with two to four years of experience to join our Intellectual Property and Technology practice. This position will be based in our Washington DC office

Description
Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP is currently seeking a Patent Attorney with two to four years of experience to join our Intellectual Property and Technology practice. This position will be based in our Washington DC office
The position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated patent prosecution and technical analysis work relating to computer hardware, computer software, telecommunications, electrical, electromechanical, and automotive technologies.
Responsibilities include mid-level patent work such as drafting, filing, and prosecuting US patent applications, managing and coordinating international patent application strategies, preparing patentability, non-infringement, and invalidity opinions, and overall intellectual property counseling.
Academic And Professional Qualifications

• U.S. Juris Doctorate Degree
• Admission to the District of Columbia Bar is expected if not currently admitted.
• Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or similar background.
• Experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications is also required.
• Experience in drafting patentability, non-infringement, and invalidity opinions, as well as general client counseling in Intellectual Property issues, is considered a plus.
  

Qualities, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Two to four years of experience practicing patent law and proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others on complex matters.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Strong legal writing skills are essential.
• Excellent communication skills are essential, both written and oral.
• Consistently excellent judgment is essential.
• Must be a self-starter, have the ability to prioritize workload, and work well under pressure.
• Possessing strong analytical skills is essential.
• Industry, court clerk, and/or USPTO examiner experience desirable.
• Experience and skill in analyzing patents is strongly preferred.
  

We would also consider suitably experienced Patent Agents for this role.
Please apply online to be considered for this position. Resumes should be accompanied by unofficial law school transcript and a recent writing sample (10 pages max). Please include a cover page with your writing sample that describes the piece you are submitting and how you may have modified it from its original format.
We offer a professional and friendly work environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits.
About Squire Patton Boggs
Squire Patton Boggs is a full-service global law firm providing insight at the point where law, business and government meet, giving you a voice, supporting your ambitions and achieving successful outcomes.
With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.
Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.

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