Medical Device Patent Associate/Agent (Junior to Mid-Level) - Boston

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has a dynamic full-time employment opportunity for a junior to mid-level Patent Associate or Patent Agent to join our growing medical device practice in Boston. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100. The associate will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from a variety of industries across the country, including interacting with GT attorneys across our global platform.

The ideal candidate will be admitted to the patent bar and have 1-4 years of experience with all aspects of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution and counseling related to medical technologies. Prior firm experience is required. Candidates must have a strong technical background in biomedical, mechanical, robotics, electrical/computer engineering or equivalent discipline. The position requires residence in the Boston office.

Candidates must have experience in the following:

• Collaborating with clients to identify innovation and design strategies for patent protection

• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications related to medical devices and diagnostics

• Managing complex patent prosecution dockets

• Conducting patent landscape analysis and freedom to operate assessments

• Advising clients regarding patentability, validity, and infringement

• Performing IP due diligence in connection with VC investments and mergers and acquisitions

Candidates must also 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.

Candidates must be admitted to the patent bar, and associate candidates must be admitted to the Massachusetts Bar or eligible for admission to the Massachusetts Bar. To apply, submit your resume, cover letter, recent writing sample, and law school and/or academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).    

Submissions from search firms will only be accepted through our web portal for third-party submissions; for access, contact Audrey Ryan.

The expected pay range for this position is:

$130,000 to $270,000 annually

Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.  Additional voluntary programs include:  voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.