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.