Full job description Onsite Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Patent Agent Associate in the New York office's Intellectual Property and Technology group. 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 variety of industries across the country.
Practice Description
Greenberg Traurig's Patent Prosecution Group devises IP protection strategies and manages domestic and international patent portfolios for companies and organizations ranging in size from modest to very large. With approximately 100 registered patent attorneys having a variety of technical backgrounds and advanced degrees, our team prosecutes patent applications in virtually every area of science. We're skilled in guiding clients through the application process – from prior art searches to patent issuance – and we're experienced in proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). By challenging pending applications and issued patents filed by competitors, we help clients preserve market share and freedom to operate. Our team develops and implements commercialization, cross-licensing, and defensive positioning plans to meet our clients' business objectives. Capitalizing on our firm's global reach and network of foreign associates, we guide clients in filing patents in multiple countries and help create value through patent strategies that advance our clients' business goals.
Job Description
Greenberg Traurig is seeking a patent agent to join its Intellectual Property group. in our New York office. We are looking for someone who is hard-working, personable and dedicated to providing clients with top-notch legal services. This position can be resident in various office locations; candidates should specify office location preference in application. The ideal candidate will have two (2) to eight (8) years of relevant experience in the life sciences arena. Experience includes, but not limited to evaluating patent portfolios, performing due diligence investigations, drafting and prosecuting patent applications, and patent portfolio management.
Candidates should be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office with a strong background in scientific fields relevant to biotechnology. Advanced degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Biochemistry is desired. Ideally, PhD, but not required. Experience in a law firm is required. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and communication skills. Candidates should possess leadership skills, be comfortable working directly with clients and work well with others. Submissions from search firms will only be accepted through our web portal; for access please contact Dan Stone at
The expected annualized base salary range for this position is $155,000 - $250,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience 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 long term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.
Greenberg Traurig is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.
Exemplifying our commitment to promoting inclusion and equity across our platform, the firm participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program (Mansfield). Mansfield, which is facilitated by The Diversity Lab, focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity. The Mansfield requirements are anchored in the consideration of expanded talent pools considered for select positions and open roles within the law firm and the implementation of and access to transparent processes. Utilizing the Mansfield framework, the firm's progress and outcomes are measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics. In 2023, GT achieved Mansfield 6.0 Certification Plus. We are excited about our ongoing participation in Mansfield given the program's alignment with the firm's commitment to opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone. Providing your data during the application process helps us with achieving our goals and with meeting reporting/record-keeping obligations under federal and state law and other legal requirements. Providing your data is entirely voluntary and will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be treated confidentially.
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