IP Associate Attorney or Patent Agent - Electrical or Computer Arts

Job Description

Dority & Manning, P.A., one of the nation’s largest intellectual property law firms, is seeking an experienced IP Associate Attorney or Patent Agent to join our Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Practice Group.

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Our Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Practice Group works with a broad range of clients, from early-stage companies to Fortune 100 corporations, across a variety of industries including artificial intelligence, machine learning, quantum computing, telecommunications, and semiconductors, among others. As an IP Associate Attorney or Patent Agent, you will help clients secure patent protection and provide strategic intellectual property counsel related to their innovations. We are committed to providing exceptional legal services in a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our culture is built on trust, integrity, and open communication. We value strong relationships and believe that true success comes from working closely with one another and with our clients.

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This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team that values technical excellence, professional development, and meaningful client partnerships.

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Position Details:

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• Partner with the D&M team and in-house teams to develop and execute thoughtful and effective global IP strategies
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• Draft and prosecute patent applications
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• Draft opinions of counsel
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• Conduct due diligence investigations and perform freedom-to-operate and landscape analyses
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Qualifications:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics, with relevant experience in related technologies
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• Must be a member of the U.S. patent bar
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• Minimum of 2+ years of high-volume patent drafting and prosecution experience required; experience within a law firm environment is strongly preferred
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Benefits:

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• A culture that thrives on collaboration
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• Immediate introduction and partnership with leading high-technology clients
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• Regular opportunities for travel and in-person client interactions
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• Professional training program implemented to enhance each individual skill set
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• Formal mentoring program
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• Regular social gatherings and celebrations to build internal relationships and to support charitable causes
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• Opportunities for client Secondments
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• 401k/Profit Sharing
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• Employer Paid Benefits (100% of Medical for employee)
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Salary Range:

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The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. A reasonable estimate of the current range for attorney positions is $170,000-$230,000, or $90,000-$165,000 for patent agent roles.

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If this position resonates with you, we would love to speak with you. To apply, please email a resume to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

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Dority & Manning, P.A. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.