Kim IP, a New Jersey based intellectual property law firm, is seeking a patent attorney with a background in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
We are seeking highly qualified and motivated candidates with excellent academic credentials, communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment. Prior engineering experience is a plus.
Attorney will be responsible for drafting and prosecuting patent applications, managing IP portfolios, counseling clients, performing patentability and clearance opinions, with exposure to domestic and international prosecution, along with client contact and management. Qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Requirements:
- Demonstrated ability to deal with a variety of technologies and a strong mechanical engineering background.
- At least 3 years of law firm patent prosecution experience.
- JD, NJ State Bar or ability to gain admission to NJ, USPTO Bar.
- Engineering experience is a plus.
- Litigation experience a plus.
This is a unique opportunity to join an established and growing practice based in New Jersey and work with experienced patent attorneys. We also offer a platform for attorneys to grow their practice and a collegial work environment that provides a team approach to the practice of law. The position is a full-time position based in our NJ office.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume with cover letter in confidence for immediate consideration. Portable business is a plus, but not required.
Kim IP - Intellectual Property Is What We Do
The attorneys at Kim IP are passionate about the law and experienced in all aspects of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and intellectual property litigation. We know the business and science of IP law inside and out having served as intellectual property counsel at major U.S. law firms and corporations.
Our attorneys hold technical degrees and have distinguished academic credentials along with industry expertise that extends into all areas of engineering, manufacturing, medical devices, chemical arts, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, software, and electronics.
But beyond extensive technical knowledge, our attorneys provide the skill, vision and creativity necessary to provide superior quality service. Additionally, our global experience and network of international counsel relationships ensures our ability to provide comprehensive IP services worldwide.
We are intellectual property strategists, counseling our clients on how to maximize the value of their patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. We structure business relationships, craft licenses and other agreements, and enforce them when necessary and aren’t afraid to litigate and go to trial. We take pride in creatively combining innovative solutions and efficiency to quickly achieve successful results for our clients.
At Kim IP, we provide the flexibility, platform and collaborative environment for experienced intellectual property attorneys to practice whether in New Jersey or remotely. If you are looking for new opportunities, we invite you to learn more about how we practice IP.