Patent Attorney Trainee (m/f/d) Chemistry | Patentanwaltskandidat (w/m/d) Chemie, Frankfurt

Job Summary

This role offers a comprehensive entry into the field of Intellectual Property Law within one of Europe's most prestigious IP firms. As a Patent Attorney Trainee in Frankfurt, you will undergo rigorous training to become a qualified German and European Patent Attorney. Your daily responsibilities include supporting experienced attorneys in client consultations, drafting patent applications in collaboration with inventors, and formulating legal opinions on the prospects of patent grants based on search reports and examination notices. You will also participate in oral proceedings and assist with opposition and appeal procedures before the German Patent and Trade Mark Office and the European Patent Office. The position is uniquely attractive as it includes a fully funded law degree (distance learning) and covers all examination fees, providing a clear path to a high-level legal career for scientists. The firm emphasizes a healthy work-life balance with flexible hours and a supportive team environment.