Job Description
Job Title: Patent Attorney Location: Bloomington, MN Salary: $160,000 (based on experience) Employment Type: Full Time Experience Level: Mid Level Department: Intellectual Property
Larkin Hoffman, a reputable law firm located in Bloomington, MN, is seeking a Patent Attorney with 0-2 years of experience to join their Intellectual Property Department. The role is open for either an Associate or Shareholder track Of Counsel Attorney, depending on the candidate's experience.
As a Patent Attorney, the successful candidate will work closely with other members of the Intellectual Property practice group to support clients in various industries involved in the development of agricultural equipment, heavy machinery, robotics, and electromechanics. The role requires prior experience in engineering and a strong technical understanding of mechanical devices, manufacturing, agricultural equipment, robotics, or electromechanical devices. The candidate must also be admitted or able to become admitted to practice in the state of Minnesota.
At Larkin Hoffman, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and offer training and professional development opportunities to our employees. Our office is located in Normandale Lake Office Park, outside the downtown core, with complimentary parking for easy access.
Responsibilities:
- Represent small to mid-sized clients in patent matters, including filings and infringement analysis. - Work with clients to understand their ideas and provide input and strategies to protect their intellectual property. - Conduct prior art searches and analyze patents held by competitors. - Collaborate with the firm's patent attorneys to prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications. - Advise clients on trade secret protections to maintain a competitive advantage.
Benefits:
- 401(k) / Profit Sharing Plan - Paid Parental Leave - Health Insurance - Performance Bonus Eligible - HSA/FSA - Life Insurance - Critical Illness and Group Accident Coverage - CLE and Bar Dues - Employee Assistance Program - Employee Discount - Vision Insurance (available at employee cost) - Dental Insurance (available at employee cost)
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited United States law school. - Licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota. - Passed the patent bar or eligible to sit for the patent bar. - Prior experience in engineering and strong technical understanding/experience in mechanical devices, agricultural equipment, or manufacturing technologies. - Preference will be given to candidates with prior engineer experience and a demonstrated ability to handle a variety of legal matters in the areas of patent law.
Salary:
The starting salary for this position is $160,000 and is based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Please note that all search firm contacts regarding attorney candidates must be made through the firm's Director of Administration and Talent, Nora Klaphake, either in writing or by telephone. No search firm representatives are authorized to contact any Larkin Hoffman attorney or employee without written authorization from the Director of Administration and Talent. If you would like to submit a candidate for this or any other attorney position, please send a blind submission summarizing the candidate's experience to Nora Klaphake at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
H1: Join Larkin Hoffman as a Patent Attorney in Bloomington, MN H2: Seeking a skilled and experienced candidate to join our Intellectual Property Department
- Larkin Hoffman is a reputable law firm located in Bloomington, MN - Full-time position with the option for either an Associate or Shareholder track Of Counsel Attorney - Seeking a candidate with 0-2 years of patent experience - Must have a strong technical understanding of mechanical devices, manufacturing, agricultural equipment, robotics, or electromechanical devices - Opportunity to work with clients in various industries involved in development of agricultural equipment, heavy machinery, robotics, and electromechanics - Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace - Prime office location with complimentary parking at Normandale Lake Office Park - Competitive salary of $160,000 based on experience and qualifications - Benefits include 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Paid Parental Leave, Health Insurance, Performance Bonus eligibility, and more - Juris Doctor degree and admission to practice law in Minnesota required - Prior experience in engineering preferred - Opportunity for professional development and training - All search firm contacts must go through the Director of Administration and Talent, Nora Klaphake - To apply, send a blind submission of candidate's experience to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
