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Description

A well-established intellectual property law firm, founded in 1995, is dedicated to providing exceptional service to innovators seeking to protect their ideas. The firm is seeking a highly qualified Patent Attorney with a background in electrical engineering to join their dynamic team of legal and technical professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications for advanced electrical, software, and electro-mechanical technologies.

+ Perform freedom-to-operate and prior art searches.

+ Conduct patentability, validity, and infringement analyses, including preparing legal opinions.

+ Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and internal legal teams to transform technical innovations into strong legal protections.

+ Manage a sophisticated patent docket independently.

+ Handle additional responsibilities pertaining to client and administrative needs.

Requirements

Qualifications:

+ Comprehensive understanding of intellectual property law, focusing on patent preparation and prosecution.

+ Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, manufacturing processes, and related technological innovations.

+ Proven communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.

+ Attention to detail, legal research, and analytical problem-solving expertise.

+ Understanding of foreign patent prosecution procedures (preferred).

+ Experience in relevant sectors such as automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, medical devices, robotics, semiconductors, power generation, agriculture, building systems, or consumer products (preferred).

Education and Experience:

+ Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

+ Active bar membership in the state of Minnesota (certificate of good standing required).

+ Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

+ Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline from an accredited institution.

+ At least 2 years of experience in patent prosecution within a law firm or corporate environment.

+ 2+ years of hands-on experience in an electrical engineering position.

Compensation & Benefits:

+ Competitive salary, ranging between $120,000 and $200,000, depending on factors such as experience, skills, and educational background.

+ Comprehensive benefits package includes employer-paid medical insurance (for employees), dental, vision, life, AD& D, short-term and long-term disability coverage, health reimbursement account, health savings account (with employer contributions), pet insurance, and a 401(k)/profit-sharing retirement plan.

+ Additional perks include a hybrid work model with home office stipends, in-office incentives (e.g., monthly lunches), discretionary bonuses, free access to an onsite gym, and support for professional development and continuing legal education.

This opportunity is with a firm that values diversity and inclusion. They are committed to equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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