Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Denver is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney with IP experience in drafting and patent prosecution. The ideal candidate will have a background in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field. Design engineering experience with a chip company is a plus. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in networking, software, 3G/4G/5G wireless networks, or similar technologies. Admission to the USPTO is required, and bar licensure in California is a plus.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications and prosecute patents before the USPTO
• Conduct patentability and clearance searches
• Provide strategic counseling on patent portfolio development and management.
• Collaborate with inventors, clients, and patent examiners
• Analyze and respond to office actions and other correspondence from the USPTO
• Assist with patent litigation matters, including infringement analysis and claim construction

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school
• 2-6 years of legal experience
• Experience in IP law with a focus on patent prosecution
• Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
• Design engineering experience with a chip company is a plus
• Admission to the USPTO is required
• Bar licensure in California is a plus

Skills:

• Strong technical background in computer science or electrical engineering
• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and prosecuting patents
• Ability to conduct patent searches and analyze prior art
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

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