Intellectual Property Attorney

BCG Attorney Search • Kansas City, MO, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

A law firm in Kansas City, MO, is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Attorney with a strong background in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. The ideal candidate will be a registered practitioner with the USPTO and possess 8-14 years of relevant experience. This individual should have exceptional academic credentials, proficient writing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. The role requires superior judgment, multitasking capabilities, and effective communication of legal strategies.

Duties:

Conduct patent prosecution and portfolio management on a global scale.
Provide expertise in freedom to operate and patent clearance analyses.
Handle licensing agreements and other technology transactions.
Conduct due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions.

Requirements:

Hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
Registered with the USPTO.
8-14 years of relevant experience.
Excellent academic record.
Proficient writing skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Superior judgment and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
Experience in global patent prosecution and portfolio management.
Familiarity with freedom to operate and patent clearance analyses.
Background in licensing and other technology transactions.
Prior experience in due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.