Associate / Attorney - Intellectual Property
$215k - $260kWatts & Associates Recruitment
Watts & Associates is working discreetly with a national full service firm recognized in Chambers USA seeking a mid level Intellectual Property Associate Patent Prosecution to join its Chicago office on a remote basis.
This is a high impact role within a respected intellectual property team handling sophisticated patent portfolios for technology and life sciences clients. You will work closely with experienced partners, enjoy meaningful responsibility for drafting and strategy, and build a credible long term platform for advancement within a nationally recognized practice.
Company Highlights
- Join a Chambers and Legal 500 recognized national platform with strong litigation, corporate, and intellectual property practices
- Work on sophisticated patent and intellectual property matters for technology, life sciences, and industrial clients
- Benefit from a national footprint with approximately 300 attorneys across multiple key United States markets
- Gain direct partner access in a collaborative culture focused on mentorship, feedback, and early responsibility
- Progress within a firm that invests in training, leadership development, diversity, wellbeing, and active pro bono programs
The Role
- Prepare and prosecute United States patent applications for complex chemical, molecular biology, and related technologies
- Draft patentability and clearance opinions and support broader patent enforcement and licensing strategies
- Manage aspects of client patent estates and contribute to strategic portfolio planning and maintenance
- Interface directly with sophisticated clients and inventors to capture inventions and advise on protection strategies
- Collaborate closely with partners while taking substantive ownership of drafting, analysis, and client deliverables
Ideal Candidate Profile
The firm is seeking a mid level Intellectual Property Associate Patent Prosecution with:
- At least 3 years of post qualification patent preparation and prosecution experience
- Substantial experience with patent matters involving chemistry, molecular biology, molecular genetics, or biomedical engineering
- Admission to the Illinois Bar and registration to practice before the USPTO
- Strong academic credentials from a Top 50 law school and an advanced technical degree preferred
- Ability to work in office 5 days per week with strong client communication and independent work habits
Compensation & Benefits
- $215,000 to $260,000 base salary depending on experience and credentials
- Eligibility for performance based bonus
- Comprehensive benefits and bonuses package
- Less than 10% travel expectation
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