Patent Attorney Candidate (m/f/d) ↓

Patent Attorney Candidate (m/f/d) ↓

HAUCK Patent- und Rechtsanwäte is a patent law firm in Hamburg with more than 75 years of experience in national and international intellectual property law. Our team of ten qualified professionals — patent attorneys and lawyers with a range of technical and legal specialisations — advises mid-sized companies, family businesses, universities, and start-ups as well as international corporations, often over decades and in a relationship of mutual trust and respect.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a Patent Attorney Candidate (m/f/d) to join us at the earliest possible date.

Your Responsibilities

From the outset, you will actively participate in the day-to-day work of the firm and gradually take on independent responsibility:

Drafting patent applications in your technical field at the national and international level (DPMA, EPO, PCT)

Supporting patent, opposition, and appeal proceedings before the DPMA and the European Patent Office

Conducting and analysing prior art searches and assessing IP positions

Assisting with freedom-to-operate and invalidity analyses as well as IP counselling for our clients

Close collaboration with our patent attorneys and direct client contact

Your Profile

A completed university degree (Diplom or Masters) in a technical or scientific discipline — e.g. physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, materials science, process engineering, or a related field

Initial practical experience through internships, working student positions, industry employment, or research projects is welcome but not required

Analytical thinking and an enjoyment of articulating technical subject matter clearly and precisely

Very good German and good English skills, both written and spoken

An interest in legal questions and a willingness to complete the demanding training to become a patent attorney (approx. 3–4 years)

The ability to work in a team, personal initiative, and a conscientious working style

What We Offer

We provide thorough, personalised training in an established firm with flat hierarchies:

Individual mentoring by experienced patent attorneys — you will become familiar with the full spectrum of intellectual property practice

Independent and varied work with early assumption of responsibility

Coverage of costs for examination preparation courses, continuing education, and conferences in Germany and abroad

Attractive remuneration, Deutschlandticket, employer-funded capital-forming benefits, and a benefits card

A modern working environment with up-to-date technical equipment and AI-assisted tools

Flexible working hours and, following the induction period, the option to work from home

A collegial, appreciative team with short decision-making channels, fresh fruit, and complimentary beverages

How to Apply

If you are interested in a long-term career in patent law and wish to train as a patent attorney at a personally managed firm with a strong tradition and international reach, we look forward to receiving your application.

Would you like to get a feel for the profession first? We also offer internships, giving you the opportunity to explore whether the role suits you — feel free to get in touch.

Please send your application (cover letter, CV, and certificates) to:

Dr. Richard Werner

We will be in touch promptly upon receipt of your documents to arrange an initial, straightforward conversation.