Attorney / Patent Agent

Finch & Maloney PLLC is currently seeking lateral associates or agents with electrical engineering, computer science, and physics degrees for its patent prosecution practice in Manchester, New Hampshire. All positions require excellent writing ability, attention to detail, USPTO registration, state bar (for attorneys), and a minimum of 3 years of patent prosecution experience. Candidates with pre-law engineering work experience are preferred. Experience in semiconductor processes, or hardware and software design is a major plus. Remote work arrangements available for the right candidates - join us to work with experienced practitioners and exciting technology in a client-focused and collegial environment.

Manchester is conveniently located about an hour from the White Mountains, ocean beaches, and Boston. The city is home to a vibrant and growing community of professionals and includes a variety of theaters, museums, restaurants, and music venues that one would expect when working and living in a dynamic urban center. Hiking, skiing, and many other outdoor activities are all within easy reach and just a short drive from the city. Additionally, New Hampshire offers a relatively low cost of living with reasonable housing prices and no state income or sales tax.

The firm encourages a healthy work / life balance with a lower than average billing requirement, competitive compensation, and a generous bonus plan and benefits package. In addition, we are committed to promoting diversity within the firm. To this end, candidates having backgrounds that are underrepresented in the patent law community (e.g., based on gender, race, sexual orientation, military service, disability, culture, ethnicity, and religion) are strongly encouraged to apply.