Associate Patent Attorney
- $130,000 - $170,000
- Grand Rapids, MI
Work on cutting-edge patent matters while staying rooted in a collaborative, general practice environment.
A bit about us:
We’re a well-known Midwest firm with a strong business law backbone and a growing patent practice. This group punches above its weight with some sharp, strategic work that threads the needle between tech-heavy IP and broader firm support. You’ll handle meaningful work right away, not just play support. The team’s got your back, and there’s room to grow if you’re curious, smart, and want to dig into more than just patents.
Apply here and contact Hunter Dahlstrom directly for details at hunter@jobot.com or 248.636.2434 (direct cell #)
Apply here and contact Hunter Dahlstrom directly for details at hunter@jobot.com or 248.636.2434 (direct cell #)
Why join us?
Legit exposure to litigation and transactional IP work
Hybrid structure with solid mentorship and autonomy
Chance to work with top-tier clients across tech, manufacturing, and beyond
Culture leans more collaborative than cutthroat
Strong PTO, health benefits, and reasonable hours
The Grand Rapids office is tight-knit — you won’t feel like a cog in a machine
Hybrid structure with solid mentorship and autonomy
Chance to work with top-tier clients across tech, manufacturing, and beyond
Culture leans more collaborative than cutthroat
Strong PTO, health benefits, and reasonable hours
The Grand Rapids office is tight-knit — you won’t feel like a cog in a machine
Job Details
Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications in mechanical/electrical spaces
Support global IP strategy work and freedom-to-operate analyses
Prepare patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions
Opportunities to support IP litigation and transactional matters
Work directly with inventors, engineers, and business teams
Must be admitted to the Michigan Bar and U.S. Patent Bar
Ideal background: 1–4 years of patent experience + technical degree in ME, EE, or related field
Support global IP strategy work and freedom-to-operate analyses
Prepare patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions
Opportunities to support IP litigation and transactional matters
Work directly with inventors, engineers, and business teams
Must be admitted to the Michigan Bar and U.S. Patent Bar
Ideal background: 1–4 years of patent experience + technical degree in ME, EE, or related field
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.