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Patent Associate with 3-6 Years of Experience

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Full Timejunior
Washington, District of Columbia, USPosted April 9, 2026

Job Description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Associate with 3-6 years of experience for its Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will join a dynamic intellectual property team dedicated to expanding and protecting clients' IP portfolios.

Duties

  • Collaborate with clients to develop and protect intellectual property portfolios.
  • Interface with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
  • Negotiate settlements and agreements related to intellectual property.

Requirements

  • 3-6 years of experience in patent law.
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software, or Computer Science.
  • Admission to the USPTO or eligibility to take the Patent Bar.
  • Prior experience with consumer electronics, software, or related fields preferred.
  • Excellent academic performance.
  • Strong writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) required.

Certifications

  • Admission to the USPTO or eligibility to take the Patent Bar.

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in data structures, data storage, and databases.
  • Experience with generative AI and machine learning is a plus.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and life insurance.
  • Disability and voluntary insurance, including vision.
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
  • Profit sharing contributions.
  • Paid time off.

This Amlaw firm values associates that are all in and is therefore leanly staffed, providing a fair amount of client contact amongst its associates. In addition, this firm offers a high amount of pro-bono opportunities, especially for first years. This firm values diversity and has a collaborative, social, work environment. SKILLS - IP - Patent - Electrical Engineering,IP - Patent - Computer Science,IP - Patent - Software,IP - Patent - Mechanical

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