Maier & Maier PLLC is a fast-growing firm with an expanding client base including both foreign and domestic clients. Those clients demand a high-quality work product, and we are always looking for qualified new team members to strengthen our firm and improve the service we provide. If you are an intelligent, disciplined, and self-motivated individual seeking a stimulating career opportunity, we welcome the opportunity to discuss your future at Maier & Maier PLLC.
Firm Culture
At Maier & Maier PLLC, we emphasize teamwork and commitment to high quality. We maintain a professional and cooperative working environment that rewards hard work and compensates accordingly. Because we value our employees, we provide a comprehensive benefits package and because we understand the unique needs of individuals at the firm, we are always open to flexible scheduling and other adjustments to put our employees in the best position to succeed.
Diversity
In a field centered around dynamic innovation and the exchange new ideas and ways of thinking, the need for diversity could not be any greater. We are committed to maintaining a diverse team that represents a wide swath of cultures and personal experiences.
We make all decisions (hiring, promotions, work assignment, compensation, etc) based on merit as an equal opportunity employer and have no tolerance for discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, age, or disability.
Application Process
For all positions, please submit your resume and any other relevant materials via email to mailroom@maierandmaier.com, include the below as the subject line;
Resume: (Position applying for) – (last name/first name).
Interviews will be conducted as needed after an initial review.
Available Positions
Associate Attorneys
We are seeking talented and driven professionals with 1+ years of experience in patent prosecution and litigation, preferably at private law firms, although USPTO experience will also be considered a plus. Experience in preparing responses to USPTO Office Actions and in drafting new applications is required for anyone without USPTO experience.
We provide competitive compensation with both substantially higher compensation rates in relation to their gross billing as compared to competing firms in the Washington, DC are and additional incentives for attorney-originated work.
Student & Summer Associates
Maier & Maier welcomes the opportunity to work with high achieving individuals while in law school, whether during the summer or during the academic year. Preference is given for those with hard science backgrounds and Patent Bar eligibility, though all candidates will be considered.
Staff
Our team relies heavily on our staff to achieve the success we have, and we are always looking for experienced individuals to strengthen the firm even more. We value hard-working, diligent, and committed individuals who can thrive in the cooperative culture we have built as a firm, with preference given for those with hard science backgrounds and Patent Exam eligibility.
Acquisitions & New Partners
As a rapidly growing firm, Maier & Maier PLLC is always open to new experienced individuals joining the team to complement our existing practice, as individuals or as an acquisition of a small IP firm. We’re also interested in acquiring retiring IP practitioners’ practices.