Intellectual Property Attorney - Patent Prosecution

An established law firm is seeking a patent attorney with a strong background in the medical device space to join its Intellectual Property Department. The role offers flexibility to sit in any of several major U.S. markets, with some degree of remote work available.

The ideal candidate will work with a range of medical device technologies, including surgical devices for spine, knee, and ankle, as well as robotics-assisted devices and potentially cardiovascular tools. Responsibilities include drafting and prosecuting medical device patent applications in the U.S. and worldwide, conducting freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses, performing due diligence, handling patent procurement services, and managing patent portfolios.

Candidates should hold an undergraduate and/or graduate degree in mechanical engineering; a Ph.D. is not required. An excellent academic record and strong analytical and writing skills are essential.

• Minimum of five years of relevant patent experience
• Background in medical device technologies, including surgical devices and robotics-assisted devices
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. and internationally
• Experience with freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses, due diligence, and portfolio management
• Undergraduate and/or graduate degree in mechanical engineering (Ph.D. not required)
• Excellent academic record and strong analytical and writing skills
• License in good standing in the resident state
• Registration before the USPTO