Computer Engineering Attorney / Computer Science Attorney / Electrical Engineering Attorney / Software Attorney in Seattle, WA

Law Firm

Seattle, WA

Computer Engineering Attorney / Computer Science Attorney / Electrical Engineering Attorney / Software Attorney in Seattle, WA

Attorney

1-4 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Software Patent Associate or Patent Agent - Junior to Mid-level

Job Responsibilities:
The Software Patent Associate/Patent Agent will be an integral part of the Intellectual Property Practice Group. Key responsibilities include:
- Strategic development of patent portfolios, focusing on patent procurement and prosecution.
- Client counseling and management of patent portfolios.
- Supporting patent analysis and patent litigation.
- Collaborating with clients from a variety of industries both nationally and internationally.
- Efficiently managing a large docket, ensuring compliance with internal and external deadlines.
- Collaborating and working effectively with various internal and external stakeholders to meet client needs.

Education and Experience Information:
- Applicants should possess 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 Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering, or a Bachelor of Arts degree in computer science is preferred. Candidates with other degrees will also be considered.
- Legal, industry, and/or academic experience in electrical engineering, computer engineering, and/or computer science is desirable, especially concerning wireless communications, robotics, or electrical components.
- Active bar admission in California, New York, Oregon, Washington, or Washington, . is required for Patent Attorneys.
- Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is necessary.
- The candidate should have strong time management and organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to take ownership of tasks and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with the operations of large organizations with established patent programs, including international organizations, is beneficial.

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.

Additional Information:
- Full-time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional Health Savings Account (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.

The law firm embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to build strong, lasting connections with clients and communities. The firm is committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive environment, free from unlawful discrimination, and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees as needed.