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Frost Brown Todd

Docketing Administrator

Columbus, OH · On-site

Enter and docket new applications, office actions and correspondence (PTO, PCT, and Foreign Associates) for patents, trademarks, and/or copyrights, as well as other forms of intellectual property as ...

FBT Gibbons LLP

Docketing Administrator

Columbus, OH · On-site

Enter and docket new applications, office actions and correspondence (PTO, PCT, and Foreign Associates) for patents, trademarks, and/or copyrights, as well as other forms of intellectual property as ...

FBT Gibbons LLP

Docketing Administrator

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Enter and docket new applications, office actions and correspondence (PTO, PCT, and Foreign Associates) for patents, trademarks, and/or copyrights, as well as other forms of intellectual property as ...

Vertiv Co

IP Legal Counsel

Westerville, OH · On-site

Minimum of two (2) years' experience as an intellectual property lawyer at a respected in-house legal department or an associate / junior partner of a respected law firm specializing in intellectual ...

Vertiv Group Corp.

IP Legal Counsel

Westerville, OH · On-site

Minimum of two (2) years' experience as an intellectual property lawyer at a respected in-house legal department or an associate / junior partner of a respected law firm specializing in intellectual ...

22nd Century Technologies Inc. (TSCTI)

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Property Manager / Property Supervisor

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$25/hr

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Cincinnati Children's

Patent Manager

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Maintain portfolio intelligence across active patent families, including prosecution status, costs ... Triage incoming correspondence from patent offices and foreign associates; prepare and transmit ...

dinsmore

IP File Clerk

Cincinnati, OH

$15.75 - $19/hr

Dinsmore is seeking an Intellectual Property File Clerk at our Cincinnati, OH location to support ... S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) and foreign associates for case-identifying information and ...

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dinsmore

IP File Clerk

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

Dinsmore is seeking an Intellectual Property File Clerk at our Cincinnati, OH location to support ... S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) and foreign associates for case-identifying information and ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for intellectual property associate in Ohio is $197,692.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $147,400.00 and $269,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an intellectual property associate do?

Intellectual Property Associates often spend their days drafting and prosecuting patent and trademark applications, conducting legal research, and preparing responses to Office Actions from regulatory bodies like the USPTO. They may also be involved in IP due diligence, assisting in litigation support, and advising clients or internal teams on IP strategy. Collaboration with inventors, engineers, marketing teams, and senior attorneys is common, requiring both technical understanding and effective communication. While the workload can be fast-paced and deadline-driven, it provides valuable exposure to a wide range of industries and opportunities to develop specialized expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an intellectual property associate?

To thrive as an Intellectual Property Associate, you generally need a law degree (JD), bar admission, and a solid understanding of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law, along with excellent research and analysis skills. Familiarity with IP management software, docketing systems, and USPTO electronic filing platforms is often required, and certification as a patent attorney or agent can be an asset. Strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments distinguish top performers in this field. These skills and qualifications are crucial for protecting clients' intellectual property rights and navigating complex legal and regulatory requirements effectively.

What is an intellectual property associate?

An Intellectual Property (IP) Associate is a legal professional who specializes in intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. They assist clients with obtaining IP protection, enforcing rights, and handling litigation or disputes. Their work often includes drafting legal documents, conducting research, and advising on IP strategy. IP Associates typically work at law firms, corporations, or government agencies, ensuring that clients' intellectual assets are legally protected.

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Senior Counsel- Intellectual Property USA

First Solar

Perrysburg, OH • On-site

$140K - $215K/yr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

First Solar rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 74 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

458th of 536 rated manufacturers

Job description


First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.
Basic Job Functions:
We are seeking a skilled and strategic Senior Intellectual Property Attorney to join our growing legal team and play a pivotal role in safeguarding the company's innovations. This role reports to our Chief Intellectual Property Counsel. Responsibilities will include a wide range of intellectual property and transactional matters with a focus on building our patent portfolio, driving transactional matters with deep understanding of the business goals, partnering with technical teams on complex IP issues, and offering risk-based advice in the context of our business needs. A successful candidate will have excellent business judgement, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle multiple complex tasks.
Education/Experience:
  • J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with a license to practice in one or more jurisdictions.
  • Registered U.S. Patent Attorney.
  • Technical degree (B.S., M.S., or Ph.D.) in electrical engineering, physics, or related field with the ability to become well versed in new technologies.
  • At least 6-8 years of experience in patent law, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications, assessing freedom to operate, and transactional IP work.

Required Skills/Competencies:
  • Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset by (identifying and/or contributing to improvements in specific processes, systems, or workflows).
  • Apply Kaizen principles by (participating in, leading, or supporting improvement initiatives, events, or problem-solving activities).
  • Exhibits a learning mindset by (seeking opportunities to expand knowledge, develop skills, and stay current in relevant areas).
  • Leverages technology, including AI and automation tools, to (enhance efficiency, decision-making, analysis, or operational outcomes as applicable to the role).
  • Shows curiosity and adaptability by (responding to change, adopting new tools/processes, or supporting innovation initiatives).

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Offer strategic guidance to internal stakeholders on making informed and risk-based decisions regarding intellectual property issues.
  • Develop and grow a technologically challenging patent portfolio. Partner with technical teams to identify and harvest intellectual property assets. Search, understand, and explain complex inventions at the Patent Committee and make recommendations in the context of our business needs and product development goals.
  • Assess the competitive IP landscape and provide guidance to business leaders.
  • Draft and negotiate complex IP agreements and other agreements having IP sensitive provisions. Partner with members of development engineering, global supply chain, manufacturing engineering, and other company associates to assist in the company's efforts to develop, acquire, and sell IP assets.
  • Advise the business as an expert on all aspects of IP (patents, technical data, trade secrets, copyrights, and trademarks) regarding strategies, enforcement, protection, avoidance, and collaborations.
  • Manage outside counsel during the drafting of patent applications to create a strong and defensible patent portfolio. Drafting patent applications may also be part of the responsibilities of this position.
  • Provide strategic and cost efficient management for a large patent docket of intellectual property assets.
  • Provide advice on a wide variety of intellectual property topics for the engineering and business teams, including assessment of specific IP assets and the potential impact on business outcomes.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:
  • This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:
  • 10% - 20%

Estimated Salary Range:
  • $140,000- $215,000 Annually

US Physical Requirements:
All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.
Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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