Patent Attorney

About the Role

RealTruck is seeking a passionate and driven attorney with 3-5 years of experience in patent law, licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent Office, to join our legal team. This is a crucial role in protecting RealTruck's intellectual property rights by drafting and prosecuting patent applications. Your technical expertise and legal acumen will contribute to safeguarding our innovations and inventions. At RealTruck, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant minds and make a significant impact.

Core Functions

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO and foreign patent offices, including utility and design matters.
• Partner with inventors and technical experts to develop a thorough understanding of inventions and translate technical subject matter into precise, defensible patent specifications.
• Conduct prior art searches and patentability assessments to inform filing strategies.
• Analyze patent portfolios, perform freedom-to-operate analyses, and evaluate infringement risks to support sound business decisions.
• Support IP due diligence for M&A transactions, licensing negotiations, and other transactional matters.
• Assist with patent litigation matters, including collaboration with litigation counsel and expert witnesses.
• Advise on patent strategy, portfolio management, and risk — aligned to broader business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school required.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience as a patent attorney.
• Proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.

Required Licenses

• License to practice law and admitted to the US Patent Bar.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Strong communication and technical skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in complex situations.
• Ability to track and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work closely with inventors, clients, and colleagues.
• Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong knowledge of US patent law and international patent law.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office.

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required.

Competencies

• Familiarity with patent portfolio management and IP strategy development.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications with focus on making patent submission easy for engineering contributors.
• Client-facing experience with the ability to understand business objectives and align IP strategy accordingly.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to advise both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple matters under deadline.
• Self-starter; Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Acts in a manner that engenders trust in clients; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

About RealTruck

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck's 5,000+ associates operate from 72 facilities across four continents. RealTruck's industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company's omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships.

Pay and Benefits

• RealTruck offers competitive pay and the opportunity for an annual increase, based on job performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health insurance with FSA/HSA options.
• A 401k savings program with a company match to plan and save for your retirement.
• 10 paid holidays and paid time off to ensure time with your family and a work/life balance.
• Educational assistance to continue college or pursue other skills and further your career.
• Discounts on great RealTruck products for you, your family, and friends.
• We reward great talent referring great talent with our Employee Referral Bonus program.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability.
• Wellbeing days and parental leave.