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Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney (Mechanical or Chemical Engineering)

Direct Counsel

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$175,000–$255,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Attorney, Chemical Engineering, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Intellectual Property (IP), Interviewing Skills, Invention Disclosures, Legal, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Patent Applications, Patent Procurement, Patent Strategy, Patents, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Washington, DC
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PATENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - MECHANICAL OR CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
Locations: Washington, DC; Chicago; Philadelphia; Denver; Indianapolis; Minneapolis; Wilmington

Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Associate Attorney to join a well-established, national law firm with a robust and growing Intellectual Property practice. This role is ideal for a junior-level associate with a strong engineering background who is interested in patent prosecution work across a range of mechanical, chemical, and materials-based technologies.

Responsibilities:
  • Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications
  • Work closely with clients on patent strategy and portfolio development
  • Conduct invention disclosure interviews and collaborate with inventors
  • Handle patent matters involving mechanical technologies, with the ability to support chemical or materials science applications as needed
  • Collaborate with attorneys, agents, and technical specialists in a team-oriented environment
Qualifications:
  • 1-3 years of experience with patent prosecution as an attorney or patent agent
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree a plus)
  • Demonstrated experience working with mechanical technologies
  • Ability to support chemical or materials science patent work when needed
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Admission to the USPTO and a U.S. state bar (or eligibility to waive in)
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Anticipated base salary range: $175,000 - $255,000, depending on experience, skill set, and office location
  • Comprehensive benefits package including bonuses, health and disability insurance, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan
Work Environment:
  • Hybrid schedule with an expectation of working in the office three days per week
  • Emphasis on collaboration, professional development, and work-life balance

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated associate attorney seeking hands-on patent prosecution experience within a collaborative, client-focused IP practice.

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