Job Title:
Software Patent Associate or Patent Agent - Junior to Mid-level
Job Responsibilities:
The Software Patent Associate/Patent Agent will support the Intellectual Property Practice Group in the strategic development of patent portfolios. This includes patent procurement and prosecution, client counseling, and patent portfolio management. The role also involves supporting patent analysis and patent litigation. Key responsibilities include:
- Working directly with clients from a variety of industries both nationally and internationally
- Developing and enhancing legal and business skills within a robust IP practice
- Managing a large docket efficiently, ensuring all internal and external deadlines are met
- Collaborating effectively with various internal and external stakeholders
- Being responsive to client needs through strong work ethic and commitment
Education and Experience:
- 1-4 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, either in-house or as outside counsel, specifically in the software arts such as machine learning, cloud computing/networking, cryptography, information security, or distributed ledger technology
- A BS degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering, or a BA degree in computer science is preferred, though other degrees will be considered
- Legal, industry, and/or academic experience in electrical engineering, computer engineering, and/or computer science, particularly with wireless communications, robotics, basic or electrical components is desirable
- Active bar admission in California, New York, Oregon, Washington, or Washington, . for Patent Attorneys
- Registration to practice before the USPTO is required
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Familiarity with operations of large organizations with established patent programs, including international organizations
- Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
Salary Information:
The annualized salary range for this position in California, New York, Washington, and Washington, . is $205,000 to $260,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full-time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short-term disability, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.
Additional Information:
This is a non-remote position with flexibility for office locations including Seattle, Los Angeles, New York, Portland, San Francisco, and Washington DC. The law firm is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring an environment free from unlawful discrimination. Reasonable accommodations are provided for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process, as well as for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons.
