Senior Patent Attorney/Agent/Professional - Chemistry

Company Description

Khurana & Khurana (K&K) is a full-service law firm specializing in Intellectual Property, Tax, Media-Entertainment, and Corporate/Commercial Law. Serving over 30,000 clients, from Fortune 500 companies to startups, K&K offers comprehensive legal solutions across global and Indian markets. Recognized by renowned organizations such as Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, the firm comprises a team of 300+ professionals with expertise across diverse technical and legal domains. With over 17 years of experience, K&K is dedicated to delivering high-quality services while fostering lasting client relationships for mutual growth.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in any office of K&K (preferably Gr. Noida or Bangalore or Pune) for a Senior Patent Attorney/Agent/Professional - Chemistry with core focus on drafting patent specifications for IN, US, and EP markets in Chemistry, Chemical and Life Sciences domain. Colleagues with Biotechnology or Chemical backgrounds are sincerely requested not to apply for this role. The professional will handle mainly mandates associated with drafting of patent applications along with prosecution support such as for preparing FER responses, undertaking peer reviews, and undertaking hearings. The role also includes conducting due diligence, patent strategy development, and ensuring compliance with various legal standards. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and liaising with clients will be key aspects of this role.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in drafting, preparing, and reviewing Patent Applications
• In-depth understanding of Patent Law, including prosecution and compliance
• Experience with Due Diligence and strategic advisory related to patents
• Strong analytical and research skills, particularly in chemistry-related domains
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary teams
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Chemistry or a related field; a law degree is a strong advantage
• Registration with relevant patent authorities or bar association is preferred
• Possession of client-focused mindset with a track record of managing long-term client relationships