Oblon, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt LLP (“Oblon”) seeks an Associate with 2+ years of patent prosecution experience to join its Chemical Patent Prosecution Practice Group. A technical background is required in the following area(s): inorganic chemistry;  organic chemistry; biotechnology; chemical engineering and/or pharmaceuticals.  Industrial experience is a plus.  A Master’s or Doctorate in the relevant field is preferred.

The position will be involved in all facets of patent law including the analysis and preparation of replies to office actions; invention and disclosure meetings/calls with clients; preparation and prosecution of new patent applications; counseling clients on patent related matters; agreements and related transactions; and appeals.

Qualified candidates must possess a J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and be licensed to practice in a state bar and before the USPTO. 

Please apply online and submit a resume, cover letter, transcript and writing sample.

Oblon, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt LLP (“Oblon”) seeks a Technical Advisor or Patent Agent for its Electrical/Mechanical Prosecution Practice Group with 0-3+ years of experience in application drafting and prosecution. A background in biomedical engineering or medical devices is required. Knowledge and experience in software are preferred. An advanced degree such as a Ph.D. is a plus.

Patent application drafting or prosecution experience is a plus but not required. Candidates must possess superior technical knowledge, writing and communication skills.

We specialize in securing patent protection for complex medical technologies and providing strategic IP counseling directed towards monetizing such assets. The Firm offers substantial in-house training, a competitive compensation package and an attractive career path trajectory.

Please apply online and submit a resume, cover letter, transcript and writing sample.

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Oblon, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt LLP (“Oblon”) seeks an Associate with preferably 2+ years of patent prosecution experience to join its Electrical Patent Prosecution Practice Group. A technical background is required in the following area(s): electrical engineering; systems engineering; software engineering, computer science, electronics, engineering technology, and/or physics.

The candidate will serve in the analysis and preparation of replies to office actions and amendments; invention and disclosure meetings/calls with clients; preparation of new patent applications; preparation and prosecution of design applications; study of patents and prosecution history files in support of opinions of non-infringement or invalidity; technology licensing agreements and related transactions; and support of litigation, administrative reviews, petitions and appeals.

Qualified candidates must possess a J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and be licensed to practice in a state bar and preferably before the USPTO.

We seek candidates with a demonstrated track record of academic achievement and superior writing and interpersonal skills.

Please apply online and submit a resume, cover letter, transcript and writing sample. Equal Opportunity Employer

Oblon, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt LLP (“Oblon”) seeks a Technical Advisor or Patent Agent with 0-3+ years of experience in application drafting and prosecution. A technical background is required in the following area(s): Electrical engineering; systems engineering; software engineering, computer science, electronics, engineering technology, and/or physics. An advanced degree such as a Ph.D. is a plus. Native Chinese, Japanese, German or French language skills also a plus. Candidates must possess superior technical knowledge, writing and communication skills. The Firm offers a competitive compensation package and an attractive career path trajectory.

Please apply online and submit a resume, cover letter, transcript and writing sample.

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