Attorney | Patents | 146920

Nashville, TN Attorney Intellectual Property

Join a growing Intellectual Property practice group in our Nashville office. We are seeking a Patent Attorney with up to four years of experience in electrical engineering or computer science. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative team focused on both U.S. and foreign patent prosecution. Ideal candidates will have a passion for intellectual property law, a keen interest in technology, and the desire to work on challenging patent matters.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage U.S. and foreign patent prosecution, including preparing patent applications, office action responses, and patentability search reports.
  • Review invention disclosures and engage with inventors to understand their innovations.
  • Collaborate with third-party drafters to prepare formal figures for patent applications.
  • Conduct patentability searches and analyze patent databases.
  • Draft written assessments of patent protection prospects.
  • Prepare responses to communications from the USPTO and manage patent application dockets.
  • Develop arguments for patentability and create office-action responses and appellate briefs.
  • Review patents during IP due diligence for potential acquisitions or mergers.

Compensation:

  • Base pay is competitive, with potential for performance bonuses. Specific compensation will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Additional firm-specific benefits

Candidate Parameters:

  • 4 years of experience in patent prosecution or related fields.
  • Registered with the USPTO preferred.
  • Tennessee Bar license or eligibility to obtain one.
  • Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in managing multiple priorities and a collaborative team environment.

  • Max. file size: 300 MB.