Job Overview a law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Attorney with over three years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution to join their team in Durham, NC. The role involves working with a diverse client base, including Fortune 500 companies, to provide strategic guidance and manage complex patent portfolios. Candidates with a technical background in mechanical, electrical, or aerospace engineering are preferred. Remote opportunities are available.Responsibilities Develop and execute global intellectual property strategies.Draft and prosecute patent applications.Draft opinions of counsel.Conduct due diligence investigations.Perform freedom‑to‑operate and landscape analyses.Qualifications Degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering.Membership in the U.S. patent bar.Minimum of two years of patent drafting and prosecution experience.Skills Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to manage complex patent portfolios.Benefits Collaborative work culture.Partnership with high‑technology clients.Opportunities for travel and client interactions.Professional training and mentoring programs.Regular social gatherings and charitable events.Opportunities for client secondments.Emphasis on work/life balance.401(k) / Profit sharing.Employer‑paid medical benefits for employees.#J-18808-Ljbffr