Patent Associate or Patent Agent (chemical engineering/materials/mechanical engineering)

LEWIS & ASSOCIATES  is a leader in providing Legal and Administrative staffing services.  We are a sole source staffing firm giving you convenient ways of working with us. We make every effort to ensure the highest degree of professionalism and integrity in the staffing process. We understand the demanding role of recruiting to source the highest level of legal professionals while incorporating proven, innovative, and successful recruiting techniques.

A reputable law firm seeks a 2nd to 4th year associate or patent agent with a strong technical background in chemical engineering, materials science and/or mechanical engineering.  Familiarity with software is also preferred.  Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications, strategically developing patent portfolios, conducting IP due diligence and FTO analyses, drafting opinion letters and supporting intellectual property litigators in the development of enforcement and defense strategies is required.  Advanced degree preferred (at least an MS); industry experience desired.  Registration with the USPTO required; prior firm experience preferred.  Candidates must have superior organizational and communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service.

The firm has been one of the country's premier law firms for over a century.  Their mission is to help important clients capitalize on their most promising opportunities, find solutions to their most pressing problems, and provide exceptional judgment, service and value.  They also maintain as a core value giving back to the community which has given so much to them.

Only candidates that meet the requirements will be contacted.