Patent Associate (2-6 Years Experience) (Multiple Locations) - Minneapolis, MN

About the Role

We are seeking a patent attorney to join our Intellectual Property Group of over 40 professionals, to be based in our Minneapolis or Des Moines offices, with the opportunity to work remotely in a hybrid environment. We offer broad based intellectual property opportunities, including substantial patent prosecution (including management of complex patent portfolios), client counseling, freedom to operate, litigation support, and IP due diligence, within a variety of technologies.

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• 2-6 years of patent prosecution experience
• A strong technical background and education in electrical or mechanical engineering or related fields
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and writing skills
• Strong academic/professional credentials
• Registration to practice with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
• J.D. from an ABA-Accredited Law School
• Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and ability to promptly become licensed in Minnesota or Iowa

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and care-giving guidance)
• Paid-parental leave and parenting classes
• Pre-tax parking and transportation options
• Retirement plan including financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution

Pay

In Minneapolis, the estimated starting annual pay range is $205,000 - $250,000 per year. The compensation offered will be dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location.