Ladas & Parry LLP is a prominent international intellectual property law firm with a rich history of providing high-quality legal services. The firm specializes in a broad range of IP services, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, with a strong focus on protecting and enforcing the intellectual property rights of clients worldwide. With offices in major global markets, the firm serves a diverse client base, including multinational corporations, small businesses, and startups. The firm is known for its client-centric approach and long-standing relationships with clients across various industries.

Position Overview: Contract position

An established Intellectual Property law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney with a background in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering for a contract position. The ideal candidate should be fluent in Mandarin (both reading and writing) and have at least 5 years of experience as a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent. This position offers the flexibility of working the following locations: New York, Florida, Illinois, Virgina, Connecticut, Texas or California. If you are located by one of the offices (New York City, Los Angeles or Chicago), in person work may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft and prosecute patent applications for U.S. and international patents across various technologies.
Provide expert client counseling on issues related to patentability, infringement, and validity.
Communicate effectively with clients in both Mandarin and English.
Maintain and grow client relationships with a focus on delivering high-quality legal services.
Collaborate with internal teams to support clients' business and technical goals.

Required Qualifications:

Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).
Undergraduate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
Fluent in Mandarin, with the ability to read, write, and speak the language.
5+ years of experience as a Patent Attorney.
Experience handling telecommunications, network products, internet-related hardware/software, and e-commerce technologies.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate comfortably at all levels of client interaction.
A record of providing legal services in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
Book of business is preferred, though not required.

Work Location:

New York, Florida, Illinois, Virgina, Texas, Connecticut or California

Compensation/Job Type:

Contract position, with competitive compensation based on experience and location.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume along with preferred contractor rate.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $50,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

What is your contract rate?

Work Location: Remote

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