Associate

Oblon, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt LLP (“Oblon”) seeks an Associate with at least 3 years of post-AIA patent prosecution experience in a law firm setting to join its Chemical Patent Prosecution Practice Group on-site in its Alexandria, Virginia office (hybrid role; in-office presence 3 days per week). A technical background is required in the areas of inorganic chemistry; organic chemistry; or chemical engineering. Industrial experience is a plus. A Master’s or Doctorate in the relevant field is preferred.  Candidates must possess superior technical knowledge, writing and communication skills. Responsibilities include 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 and portfolio analysis; agreements and related transactions; and appeals; and potentially assisting with the review and training of junior chemical patent practice professionals.  Written and oral fluency in a foreign language is a plus, Japanese or Korean language skills are preferred.

Qualified candidates must possess a J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and be licensed to practice and in good standing before a  state bar and before the USPTO. Experienced USPTO examiners and APJ candidates welcome to apply.

We seek candidates with a demonstrated track record of academic achievement and superior writing and interpersonal skills to assist Firm clients in securing patent protection for complex technologies and providing strategic intellectual property counseling. 

The salary range for this position is $165,000 - $180,000. The salary offered will depend upon qualifications and experience. The firm offers many benefits, including 401k, medical insurance with prescription coverage, HSA, FSA, dental insurance, vision insurance, EAP, group and supplemental life insurance, long-term care, short- and long-term disability, individual disability income protection, critical illness, accident, pet and legal insurance, onsite parking.

 

Salary

• $165,000 - $180,000