Patent Agent or Attorney (Video Encoding) Job at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in

Patent Agent or Associate (Video Encoding)

Job ID: 1814

Position: Patent Associate or Patent Agent

Location: Multiple Offices

Open Date: Monday, January 27, 2025

Job Function: Legal

The Position

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a Mid-Level Patent Agent or Associate to join our Intellectual Property Practice Group. This position can be based out of our Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee, Waukesha, Denver, Raleigh, or Salt Lake City office. A minimum of 2 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience at a firm or in-house is required. Our ideal candidate will hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering and must have experience with video processing and, in particular, video codecs, including relevant standards for video encoding and decoding. Experience in virtual/augmented reality and AI is a plus.

The Company

We are Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP, a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world.

Job Requirements:

Knowledge Base & Education:

• 2+ years of prosecution experience at a firm or in-house is required, as well as experience with portfolio management
• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering
• Strong knowledge and solid experience in video processing and video codecs
• Familiar with video coding standards
• Experience in virtual/augmented reality and AI is a plus, but is not required
• Graduate-level experience or advanced technical degree is a plus, but not required
• Involvement with patent analysis/opinions of counsel and IPRs is a plus, but is not required
• Admission to the USPTO is a plus
• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change
• Ability to manage time and deadlines for a variety of ongoing projects
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
• Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm

Communication:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

Problem Solving Skills:

• Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible when faced with unexpected changes

Professionalism:

• Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Other:

• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Why You Should Apply

At Michael Best, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance employees’ overall well-being, both at work and at home.

Learning and Growth

• Challenging and Dynamic Role
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Performance Management and Coaching
• Specialized Training Programs
• Bar Exam/Bar Review Course Reimbursement

Total Compensation

• Competitive Base Pay
• Performance Recognition
• ABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement

Planning for the Future

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short Term Disability Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Parental/Family Leave

Culture and Workplace

• Respected Organization with Collaborative Culture
• Growing Firm with an Exciting Future
• Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remote up to 2.5 days per week)
• Contemporary Work Environment
• Positive and Respectful Work Climate

To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal.

Recruitment Agencies: Michael Best is not accepting unsolicited agency resumes for this position. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email address or any Firm employees. Michael Best is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable law.