Intellectual Property – Patent Prosecution Associate (Mid- to Senior-Level)

Greenberg Traurig•Atlanta, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Greenberg Traurig is hiring a mid- to senior-level Patent Prosecution Associate for its Intellectual Property Practice in the Atlanta office. The associate will work with sophisticated clients across a variety of industries and handle patent prosecution matters, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications and responding to office actions. The role offers direct client interaction, hands-on responsibility, professional mentorship, and collaboration with experienced shareholders and other professionals on complex patent matters for leading corporate clients. Greenberg Traurig’s Intellectual Property Practice advises clients on the development, protection, management, and strategic use of intellectual property assets, including patent counseling, preparation, prosecution, and portfolio management. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, law school transcript (an unofficial transcript is acceptable), and a writing sample.

Requirements

Approximately five years of substantive patent prosecution experience, preferably in a law firm environment.
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; Georgia bar admission is not necessarily required, subject to applicable licensing requirements and firm policy.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage patent prosecution matters, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications and responding to office actions.
Experience working directly with sophisticated corporate clients.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, analytical abilities, and professional judgment.
Self-motivation, a strong work ethic, a business-minded approach, and excellent organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently, exercise independent judgment, and take ownership of assignments.
Strong commitment to client service and responsiveness.
Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and other professionals across the firm.

Responsibilities

Independently manage patent prosecution matters.
Draft and prosecute patent applications.
Respond to office actions.
Work directly with sophisticated corporate clients.
Collaborate with attorneys and other professionals across the firm.
Manage multiple matters efficiently, exercise independent judgment, and take ownership of assignments.
Provide responsive, client-focused service.