Associate Patent Attorney

Maginot, Moore & Beck LLP is a distinguished boutique intellectual property law firm located in the heart of Indianapolis, Indiana. Since its founding in 1995, the firm has been dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized service to clients ranging from innovative startups to established global companies. With a collaborative team environment, a strong reputation in patent law, and deep technical expertise, our firm offers attorneys the opportunity to grow their practices while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We pride ourselves on fostering professional development, supporting mentorship, and cultivating long-term relationships with both our clients and our attorneys.

We are seeking a highly-qualified Associate Patent Attorney to join our team and support the firm’s expanding workload.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in at least one state.
• Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or related experience in software, such as machine learning.
• 0 – 3 years of experience in patent prosecution and admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Strong academic record with proven analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and a commitment to professional excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and file patent applications with the USPTO.
• Respond to office actions and other USPTO correspondence.
• Work directly with clients to understand their inventions and provide strategic recommendations regarding patent protection.
• Contribute to patent litigation matters and support related proceedings.
• Assist with trademark and copyright matters as part of the firm’s broader intellectual property practice.

Position Highlights:

• Work closely with and receive mentorship from senior attorneys, enabling professional growth while producing high-quality work.
• Supportive, collegial environment that values both excellence and balance.
• Competitive base salary: $140,000 – $170,000, depending on experience, education, and skills, with eligibility for performance-based bonuses.
• Modest yearly billing requirement, allowing attorneys to focus on high-quality client work and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits:

• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan.
• Health insurance with HSA (including firm contribution).
• Vision, life, and disability insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person