IP ASSOCIATE

Job Summary

McCarter & English is seeking an Intellectual Property (IP) associate for one of our office locations. Candidates must have 1‑4 years of patent prosecution experience and a degree in electrical engineering. Preference is given to those with engineering work experience as an electrical engineer.

Apply by sending your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to Christine Lydon at

Base salary: $180,000 – $230,000 annually, depending on experience.

• Eligibility for discretionary bonus

• Basic life and AD&D insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability benefits
• Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage; high deductible health plan with FC contribution to HSA
• Employee‑paid voluntary benefits: dental, vision, supplemental health plans, flexible spending accounts, optional life & AD&D, supplemental STD coverage
• 401(k) plan with pre‑tax, Roth, and after‑tax contributions
• Paid Time Off, paid holidays, leaves of absence (including parental leave)

• Employee assistance program (EAP) and behavioral health services
• Firm‑paid backup child/elder care, academic support, and pet care program
• Tax‑advantaged college savings 529 plan
• Employee discounts through Working Advantage

McCarter & English, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.