Mechanical Attorney in Los Angeles, CA

Law Firm

Los Angeles, CA

Mechanical Attorney in Los Angeles, CA

Attorney

2-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Mechanical Patent Associate - Mid to Senior Level

Job Responsibilities:
- Support the Intellectual Property Practice Group in the strategic development of patent portfolios, including patent procurement and prosecution.
- Engage in client counseling and patent portfolio management.
- Conduct patent analysis and support patent litigation efforts.
- Work directly with clients from various industries, both domestically and internationally.
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to meet client needs.
- Manage a large docket efficiently, ensuring adherence to internal and external deadlines.

Education and Experience Information:
- 2-5 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution, either in-house or as outside counsel, specifically in mechanical arts such as recreational vehicles, industrial devices, medical devices, and consumer devices.
- A Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering is preferred, although candidates with other degrees will be considered.
- Additional legal, industry, and/or academic experience in mechanical engineering or related fields is desirable.
- Active bar admission in California, New York, Oregon, Washington, or Washington, .
- Must be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
- Strong time management and organizational skills are required.
- Familiarity with the operations of large organizations with established patent programs, including international organizations, is beneficial.
- Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.

Salary Information:
- The annualized salary range for this position in California, New York, Washington, and Washington, . is $260,000 to $315,000.
- 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 and various insurance benefits, including health, dental, and vision care.
- Additional benefits include short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) plan, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.
- Voluntary programs offered 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 regarding office locations, including Seattle, Los Angeles, New York, Portland, San Francisco, and Washington, .
- The law firm values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to creating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment.
- The law firm provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees needing accommodations to perform essential job functions due to a disability or for religious reasons.