What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney - Electrical/Chemical Sciences position at Harness IP?
Job Description
Job Description
Summary : Harness IP is a leading intellectual property law firm consistently ranked among the top ten patent law firms in the U.S. We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney to join our Herndon, VA office. This position is ideal for third-year law students graduating in 2025, recent graduates, or attorneys with at least 0-1 years of some experience who have technical background in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or electrical engineering.
Harness IP offers a hybrid work environment, providing flexibility while fostering professional development and collaboration.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Review and analyze newly assigned and existing matters, ensuring effective legal representation from initiation to conclusion.
- Draft, review, and finalize legal documents in accordance with firm procedures.
- Conduct thorough legal research using all available resources, including legal databases and libraries.
- Provide well-founded legal opinions and strategic counsel to clients.
- Conduct negotiations, where appropriate, to effectively resolve client matters.
Qualifications :
Billable Hours :
This position offers a total of 1,900 billable hours, which may be adjusted on a case-by-case basis depending on experience and education.
Why Join Us?
If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about Intellectual Property Law, we encourage you to apply!