Junior to Mid-Level Patent Associate Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Seattle is seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Patent Associate Attorney with 2+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience. The ideal candidate should have an entrepreneurial spirit, technical background in computer technology, and experience working with clients across various industries.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies
• Work closely with clients to understand their technology innovations and develop effective patent strategies
• Draft patent applications and respond to office actions from the USPTO
• Provide legal advice on patentability, infringement, and validity matters
• Conduct patent searches and prior art analysis
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather technical information
• Assist with IP portfolio management and patent portfolio development
• Stay updated on developments in patent law and industry trends

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (CS), Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Physics, or equivalent experience
• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice before the USPTO as a patent attorney
• 2+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience
• Technical experience in cloud computing, cryptography, information security, robotics, or blockchain is desirable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (CS), Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Physics, or equivalent

Certifications:

Admission to practice before the USPTO as a patent attorney

Skills:

• Patent preparation and prosecution
• Patent portfolio management
• Legal research and analysis
• Client relationship management
• Technical proficiency in computer technology
• Written and verbal communication
• Analytical and problem-solving

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