Patent Attorney

Northwest Rectangle, VA

Full Time

Legal

Experienced

NASC Global, a leading HR Consulting and Management firm, is thrilled to partner with our valued client, a dynamic and well-respected firm based in McLean, VA to search for a Patent Attorney. Our client specializes in providing top-tier legal services to a diverse range of clients, from multinational corporations to innovative startups. As trusted advisors, they pride themselves on delivering high-quality advice and managing complex, global patent portfolios.

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Patent Attorney with a strong background in Biotech or Molecular Biology to join our client’s team. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to significantly impact a forward-thinking organization known for its collaborative culture and commitment to excellence.

Compensation and Benefits:
Our client offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $145,000 to $155,000, tailored to your experience, education, certifications, and skill set. This reflects their strong dedication to attracting and retaining top-tier talent for this essential position.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and Prosecute Patents: Draft, file, and manage domestic and international patent applications, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and strategic objectives.
Conduct Freedom-to-Operate Analyses: Assess potential patent conflicts for new products and technologies, providing clients with actionable insights to minimize legal risks.
Perform Patentability Assessments: Evaluate new inventions and technologies to determine the likelihood of obtaining patent protection, guiding clients through the decision-making process.
Research and Draft Legal Opinions: Develop well-reasoned legal opinions regarding patent rights, infringement, and validity issues, tailored to the specific needs of clients.
Assist with Patent Office Litigation: Support clients during litigation processes, including drafting pleadings, preparing for hearings, and formulating litigation strategies.
Advise Clients on IP Strategy: Collaborate with clients to formulate and implement intellectual property strategies that align with their business goals, including portfolio management and licensing opportunities.
Monitor Patent Law Developments: Stay current on changes in patent law and biotechnology trends, providing clients with timely advice and insights to navigate the evolving legal landscape.
Train and Mentor Junior Staff: Provide guidance and support to junior associates and interns, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
Engage in Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met and their expectations exceeded.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 10 years of experience in a law firm or in-house setting, with a proven track record of drafting patent applications, preparing legal opinions, and performing freedom-to-operate patent and literature searches.
Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school and admission to one or more state bars. All candidates must be admitted to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office.
A Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Cell or Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or a related field, accompanied by substantial technical experience in these areas.

Desired Technical Skills:

Patent management software (e.g., CPA Global, IPfolio)
Patent search databases (e.g., USPTO, WIPO, Google Patents)
Document management systems (e.g., iManage, NetDocuments)
Analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau)
Scientific software relevant to biotechnology and molecular biology (e.g., Geneious, Vector NTI)

Req Number: 2392

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