Junior to Mid-level Associate Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Seattle is seeking a Junior to Mid-level Associate Attorney with a strong background in patent preparation and prosecution. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of relevant experience in electrical engineering or computer science, along with exceptional academic achievements and solid industry exposure. The role requires proficiency in patent prosecution, with a preference for expertise in electrical engineering, software-related technologies, data science/AI, networking technologies (especially network security), machine learning/artificial intelligence, and hardware security.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution activities in accordance with legal standards.
• Analyze and respond to office actions from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and clients to gather necessary information for patent applications.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to patent laws, regulations, and case precedents.
• Draft legal documents, including patent applications, responses, and opinions.
• Provide strategic counsel to clients on intellectual property matters.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• High level of academic achievement.
• The solid law firm, engineering, and industry experience.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in patent prosecution.
• Knowledge and experience in electrical engineering or software-related technologies.
• Preferred expertise in data science/AI, networking technologies (especially network security), machine learning/artificial intelligence, and hardware security.

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