IP Associate Attorney or Patent Agent – Electrical or Computer Arts

Locations: Greenville, SC, Seattle WA, Raleigh-Durham, NC, or select remote locations

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
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.
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.
This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team that values technical excellence, professional development, and meaningful client partnerships.
Position Details:Partner with the D&M team and in-house teams to develop and execute thoughtful and effective global IP strategiesDraft and prosecute patent applicationsDraft opinions of counselConduct due diligence investigations and perform freedom-to-operate and landscape analyses
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics, with relevant experience in related technologiesMust be a member of the U.S. patent barMinimum of 2+ years of high-volume patent drafting and prosecution experience required; experience within a law firm environment is strongly preferred
Benefits:
A culture that thrives on collaborationImmediate introduction and partnership with leading high-technology clientsRegular opportunities for travel and in-person client interactionsProfessional training program implemented to enhance each individual skill setFormal mentoring programRegular social gatherings and celebrations to build internal relationships and to support charitable causesOpportunities for client Secondments401k/Profit SharingEmployer Paid Benefits (100% of Medical for employee)

If this position resonates with you, we would love to speak with you. To apply, please email a resume to .
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