Senior Associate-Global IP Prosecution (India)

Elevate is hiring a Senior Associate – Global IP Prosecution, in the Prosecution team. The candidate is responsible for conducting patent searches, and providing guidance on patent-related matters. Further, the candidate is responsible for drafting and prosecuting patent applications for India, US and EP. The candidate will also work closely with inventors, engineers, and legal teams to ensure that inventions are effectively protected under patent law of IN, US and EP.

Specifically, the Senior Associate – Global IP Prosecution will

• Draft and prepare patent applications by gathering information from inventors and conducting thorough reviews of technical documents and drawings.
• Manage the prosecution process of patent applications by responding to FER and office actions, conducting interviews or hearings with patent examiners, and maintaining communication with The Indian Patent Office and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) or relevant international patent offices.
• Conduct prior art searches and analyze existing patents to provide strategic insights regarding the patentability of inventions and the freedom to operate.
• Consult with clients to understand their innovations and provide advice on patent protection strategies, including potential patent infringement issues.
• Stay updated on current patent laws, regulations, and trends to provide informed legal advice and insights to clients and colleagues.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, engineering, and legal departments to facilitate the patent process and align with business objectives.

Experience

• 1 year experience in Patent drafting.

Skills For Success

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to explain complex concepts clearly and effectively to clients and colleagues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, proficient in conducting thorough research and analysis of patents and prior art.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Professional integrity and commitment to confidentiality and ethics.

Technical Skills

• Strong technical background in relevant fields.
• Familiarity with patent law and intellectual property regulations for India, US and EP.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science) required; advanced degree preferred.

Company Information Elevate is an expert-led, AI-powered global law company with over 2,200 employees. We are unique in our ability to provide a complete range of software, consulting, and services to help law departments and law firms improve efficiency, quality, and business outcomes. Our most recent achievements and distinctions include:

• Certified as a Great Place to Work® 2026 across the US, UK, India, Philippines, and Poland for the second consecutive year
• Awarded the 2026 Workplace Honour for Culture, Belonging & Community
• Certified as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces® for Development 2025 by Great Place to Work®
• For the eleventh consecutive year (2026), Chambers and Partners ranked Elevate a Band 1 global services provider across all categories (Contract Lifecycle Management, Litigation Services, Flexible Legal Staffing, Intellectual Property Management, and LawTech Workflow Management & Service Platforms) and as an ALSP in APAC
• Newsweek named Elevate one of ‘America’s Greatest Workplaces in Professional Services’ for 2025 and previously awarded it the highest rating in the ‘America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity’ and ‘America’s Greatest Workplaces for 2024’ lists
• For the fourth year in a row, Elevate’s integrated law firm is designated as a top law firm in Commercial Litigation in the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers/US News & World Report Best Law Firms
• Elevate named a top ALSP in Asia by Thomson Reuters’ Asian Legal Business in 2024
• Winner, Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies: 2022, 2021, 2020, 2018, 2017, and 2016

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