Job description
Relocation: Available (case-by-case basis)
Salary: $159,000 - $192,000 (final offer based on experience, qualifications, and skill level; compliant with NY state law)
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Position Overview
A respected law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Patent Attorney to join its team in either Rochester or Buffalo, NY. This role focuses on patent prosecution with a particular emphasis on clients working in optics, chemistry, biochemistry, or chemical engineering.
The ideal candidate will have at least six years of relevant patent law experience and demonstrate strong skills in analytical reasoning, legal writing, client communication, and service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage patent prosecution cases across multiple industries.
- Draft and review patent applications and responses.
- Advise clients on IP strategies, portfolio development, and protection.
- Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
- Collaborate with colleagues and clients to deliver high-quality legal services.
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
- Minimum of 6 years of patent prosecution experience.
- Background in optics, chemistry, biochemistry, or chemical engineering.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Skill Sets
- Patent prosecution and IP strategy expertise.
- Strong client advisory and communication abilities.
- Legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
Why This Opportunity?
- Work with a highly collaborative and well-established legal team.
- Enjoy professional growth in a firm that values innovation and client trust.
- Choose between two vibrant New York cities:
- Rochester: Known for its affordable cost of living, access to the Finger Lakes region, outdoor recreation, wineries, and a growing cultural and food scene.
- Buffalo: Famous for its revitalized waterfront, rich architectural history, thriving arts scene, and proximity to Niagara Falls.
Both cities offer lower living costs compared to major metro areas, while still providing nightlife, entertainment, and family-friendly amenities.