Patent Associate

Vanguard Attorneys, LLC

Patent Associate role at Vanguard Intellectual Partners specializing in IP/Patent placements nationwide. Involves collaboration with clients on legal and technical aspects of patent law.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution, with a strong foundation in computer science or engineering. Proven ability to build client relationships and provide strategic career advice in the IP sector.

Highest-signal resume keywords

U.S. Patent ProsecutionForeign Patent ProsecutionUSPTO RegistrationClient Relationship ManagementExceptional Client Service

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Hard Skills

Computer Science DegreeComputer Engineering DegreeElectrical Engineering DegreeSoftware FamiliarityElectronics FamiliarityPatent Litigation ExperienceHealth and Medicine Experience

Soft Skills

Superior Organizational SkillsExcellent Communication Skills

Industry Keywords

IP RecruitingPatent ProfessionalsTechnical Needs AssessmentCareer Interests

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.
Understanding clients’ technical needs and candidates’ individual talents and career interests.
Building long-term client relationships to gain a competitive edge.
Recruiters with 10+ years of IP recruiting experience will assist in finding the right opportunities.
Provide trusted career advice and get resumes noticed by employers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Candidates should have at least a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or an equivalent discipline.
Familiarity with software and electronics is required, and experience with health and medicine is a plus.
Candidates should be familiar with all aspects of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution.
Prior firm experience and registration with the USPTO is required.
Industry work experience is a plus, and experience with patent litigation is a plus.
Candidates must have an excellent academic record, superior organizational and communication skills (written and oral), a demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service, and a creative and strategic approach to prosecution.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Large GP Firm with Cravath level compensation