We are actively recruiting for a junior Patent Associate to join the Intellectual Property in the Minneapolis office of a top national firm.

Successful candidates should have 1-3 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications. A background and degree(s) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent technical expertise will be considered. Having a degree in engineering is preferred. State bar admission and admission with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.

Candidates must be collaborative and motivated to succeed in a client-focused, team-oriented environment. Candidates must also have excellent academic credentials and have strong written and oral communications skills. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.