The ideal candidate must possess patent preparation and prosecution expertise with a technical background in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, with an advanced degree preferred.
The role involves assisting with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, patentability and clearance opinions, patent estate management, and the licensing and enforcement of patents for a diverse clientele.
Associates are expected to simultaneously handle the high-level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters at different stages of progression.
Responsibilities include managing and generating business through individual and group efforts.
The role entails indirect supervisory responsibilities, actively utilizing support staff, patent agents, or junior associates.
Less than 10% travel is required.

Intellectual Property Patent Prosecution (Chemistry/Chemical Engineering) Associate

3+ PQE · October 21, 2026 (Today)

Armstrong Teasdale

3+ PQE · October 21, 2026 (Today)

Salary

$200,000 - $285,000

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

Intellectual Property · Patent Prosecution

Locations

District of Columbia · New York City · Philadelphia · Denver · Chicago · St. Louis · Kansas City · Wilmington

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Overview

The ideal candidate must possess patent preparation and prosecution expertise with a technical background in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, with an advanced degree preferred.
The role involves assisting with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, patentability and clearance opinions, patent estate management, and the licensing and enforcement of patents for a diverse clientele.
Associates are expected to simultaneously handle the high-level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters at different stages of progression.
Responsibilities include managing and generating business through individual and group efforts.
The role entails indirect supervisory responsibilities, actively utilizing support staff, patent agents, or junior associates.
Less than 10% travel is required.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026