Job Title: Technology Specialist
Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with legal teams to provide technical insights and analysis for patent cases involving complex technologies, often related to semiconductors and software.
- Conduct in-depth research and analysis of semiconductor and software technologies.
- Assist in drafting technical documents and reports to support legal proceedings.
- Guide and collaborate with patent litigation lawyers on technical and scientific issues pertinent to legal proceedings.
- Participate in discovery processes, including reviewing technical documents and data.
Education and Experience Information:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. An advanced degree in a relevant technology or engineering discipline is a plus.
- 3 or more years of experience in the technology industry, preferably in semiconductors or a related or adjacent field. Candidates with a relevant advanced degree may qualify with less industry experience.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to understand complex technical concepts.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience working in a technology company.
- Familiarity with patent processes and legal analysis related to technology cases.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
Salary Information:
The expected salary range for this position is $150,000-$200,000, although the salary offered will depend upon an applicant’s qualifications and experience. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but are not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, and geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, determined by firm and individual performance.
Benefits:
The law firm is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to its attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This includes a full range of elective health benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry-leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (with applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through the Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.
Additional Information:
The law firm is a global entity focused on delivering innovative solutions for sectors such as Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance, and Life Sciences & HealthTech, with a history spanning over 150 years and offices in 25+ markets. It is recognized globally for delivering high-quality legal advice and for its culture of innovation and collaboration.
The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
