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MNF Global

Patent Counsel

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  • Full Time
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description


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Patent Counsel – Electrical Engineering, AI & Wireless<\/b>
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Multiple U.S. Locations | Hybrid<\/b>
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A leading international IP practice is seeking a Patent Counsel<\/b> with strong patent prosecution experience in electrical engineering and advanced technologies<\/b>. This is a high -level role working directly with innovative clients across cutting -edge industries.
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Key Responsibilities:<\/b>
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  • Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications
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  • Advise on patent strategy, portfolio development, and protection
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  • Conduct patentability and freedom -to -operate analyses
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  • Work directly with inventors and in -house counsel
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    Technical Focus:<\/b>
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    • 5G / 6G, Wi -Fi, wireless systems
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    • AI / machine learning
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    • Processor and memory architecture
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    • Image processing / computer vision
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    • RF front -end technologies
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      Compensation:<\/b>
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      • $225,000 – $315,000 (major markets; varies by location)
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      • Bonus eligibility + full benefits
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        Preferred:<\/b>
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        • Experience with AI, robotics, autonomous systems, or NLP
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        • Client -facing or portfolio management experience
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          Growth Opportunity:<\/b>
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          Clear path to Senior Counsel and Partnership<\/b>, with strong support for practice development and client growth.
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          Apply Now<\/b>
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          This opportunity is presented by MNF Global legal search firm<\/b>, with over 18 years of experience placing patent professionals.
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          ? www.mnfglobal.com<\/a>
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          Requirements<\/h3>


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          • Electrical Engineering (or related) degree
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          • 2+ years of patent prosecution experience
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          • USPTO registration (or eligible)
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          • Strong academic credentials and communication skills
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            Benefits<\/h3>
            • Attorney Advantage Program<\/b> – Includes family -forming benefits, <\/b>mental health resources, and overall well -being support.
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            • $2,500 Vacation Award + PTO<\/b> – Annual firm -funded vacation benefit on top of competitive paid time off and parental leave.
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            • Comprehensive Financial & Insurance Coverage<\/b> – Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with firm contributions<\/b>, plus bonus eligibility.
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