What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biotechnology/Chemistry Patent Agent/Patent Attorney position at Lewis & Associates?
Company Description
LEWIS & ASSOCIATES is a leader in providing Legal and Administrative staffing services. We are a sole source staffing firm giving you convenient ways of working with us. We make every effort to ensure the highest degree of professionalism and integrity in the staffing process. We understand the demanding role of recruiting to source the highest level of legal professionals while incorporating proven, innovative, and successful recruiting techniques.
Job Description
Top full-service, international law firm with lawyers in 16 offices in the US, Europe and Asia. The lawyers are known internationally for their work in private equity & venture capital, complex litigation, insurance & reinsurance, technology & intellectual property, and public finance.
With more than a century of experience, working with Fortune 500, FTSE 250 clients and start-up companies alike, throughout a range of industries, their clients know them as a trusted legal and business adviser—providing strategic, collaborative and client-focused counsel that helps to protect and advance their business goals. Their lawyers are creative yet pragmatic, and take the time to develop an intimate understanding of our clients’ businesses, to help them effectively navigate risk, regulatory issues and the diverse challenges of a competitive marketplace—in the boardroom or the courtroom.
That’s business-minded legal counsel at its best.16 offices in the US, Europe and Asia and more than a century of experience as business-minded legal counsel.
Qualifications
We are currently seeking a registered Patent Agent/registered Patent Attorney with a background in biotechnology/chemistry to join our Intellectual Property (IP) Department in any of the Boston/NY/DC/Chicago/Stamford/Hartford offices. A PhD (molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, medical science, immunology, chemistry, etc.) and 2-3 years previous patent prosecution experience are required. Successful candidates will have superior academic credentials and writing skills as well as a solid foundation in patent prosecution and patent application drafting.
Additional Information
Please only apply if you meet the criteria.