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San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks patent agent with experience. The candidate will be responsible for performing highly complex and sensitive client work requiring a high level of professional capability and skill. Will be preparing draft patent applications and draft responses to communications from the USPTO. Assist attorneys in the delivery of quality legal services to clients in an efficient and cost effective manner. Prepare draft patent applications in particular incorporating scientific aspects of inventions. Prepare draft responses to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices with regard to factual and other scientific matters. Discuss the scientific aspects of inventions with clients and inventors and thereafter provide attorneys with a report on those discussions. Communicate with, and act as liaison between, inventors and Patent and Trademark Office in connection with all aspects of patent application process. Evaluate and report on the technological aspects of inventions and other scientific matters. Advise attorneys on general and specific technologies and investigate those technologies as needed. Draft, organize, analyze, review and summarize documents. Review and analyze client and other files. Conduct regulatory and factual research. Communicate face-to-face, by e-mail and by telephone with staff, clients, vendors, and PTO and agency personnel. Coordinate workflow with outside service providers. Organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints in an efficient and cost effective manner. Identify and analyze complex patent issues and problems and implement solutions. Interact professionally with clients, lawyers, and employees at all levels and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentiality. Provide direction and guidance to legal support staff on specific issues, as appropriate. Stay abreast of technology trends and make recommendations regarding technology needs. Undertake continuing education, and remain abreast of current patent prosecution issues and trends, as required to maintain appropriate accreditation in the field. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Must have Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or electrical engineering. Must preferably be licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Knowledge of principles, procedures, and standards for drafting a range of complex patent documentation in area of expertise is essential. Knowledge of and use of time management and project management strategies is essential. Legal

The candidate should have ability to analyze, interpret, and draw inferences from research findings, and prepare reports. Must have ability to provide operational guidance and leadership to technical staff in area of specialty. Strong investigative and problem resolution skills are needed. Should have ability to effectively communicate complex factual, technical information; ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures; ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals are needed. Must have advanced oral and written communication skills. Should have ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints; ability to learn and capably use various software packages; ability to operate standard office equipment; ability to facilitate individual and group meetings; ability to understand and comply with confidentiality issues and ethical responsibilities; ability to travel to private and public buildings via private or public conveyance to assist in attending to client needs on legal matters.

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. The firm pays top-of-market compensation.

Patent Agents - Electrical Engineering, Patent Agents - Computer Science, Patent Agents - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks mid-level environmental associate attorney with 3-5 years of experience in environmental regulatory and transactional counseling. The candidate should preferably have environmental or closely-related business litigation experience. Must have relevant prior law firm or government experience. Admission to the State Bar of California is required. Legal

The candidate should have a strong academic record from a nationally-respected law school. Must have strong verbal and written communications skills and a commitment to excellence.

Environmental and Land Use

Full-Time

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks labor and employment associate attorney with 3+ years of experience. The candidate should have experience with and a desire to focus on employment advisory matters. Admission to the State Bar of California is required. Legal

The candidate should have a strong academic background from a top law school and excellent writing and analytical skills.

Labor & Employment

Full-Time

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks mid-level litigation associate attorney with 2-3 years of experience. The candidate will be litigating complex matters. Will be developing and executing case strategies and plans, handling all aspects of litigation (fact investigation, pleadings, discovery, experts, motions, pretrial, trial, settlement). Litigation types including antitrust and unfair competition; construction and insurance recovery; intellectual property; labor and employment; product liability; white collar/investigations; and general commercial litigation. Experience serving as a law clerk for a judge in the federal district court or Court of Appeals is a plus. Must be a member of the California State Bar in good standing. Legal

The candidate must have strong academic credentials, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills; must have superior oral advocacy, research and writing, analytical, and organizational and time management skills; and must have excellent judgment and decision-making skills. Must be committed to developing and growing their practice, network and expertise in a fast-paced group that provides the highest level of client service. Should have a Bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctorate degree (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Top 25 Best Law Firm in Southern California boasts attorneys who are highly regarded with forward-thinking approaches, enthusiasm for collaborating across disciplines, and their unsurpassed commercial awareness. The firm has an ?emerging issues? program, which allows the firm to pioneer new and novel areas of the law. Associates have the opportunity to work on ground-breaking, high-profile matters for some of the world?s most innovative companies on a day-to-day basis. The firm has had its hand in the growth of global commerce and industry, allowing its associates to obtain truly substantive experience. The firm also require its attorneys to complete a minimum of 25 pro bono hours. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

Litigation - General/Commercial

Full-Time

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks mid-level mergers and acquisitions associate attorney with experience. The ideal candidate must have experience with and ability to handle private company transactions (stock and asset acquisitions) as well as public company mergers and acquisitions transactions (one step mergers and tender offers). Legal

The candidate should have superior academic credentials, strong communication skills, and supervisory or management experience.

The mid-sized San Francisco office of this multi-national firm (one of the most respected firms in the country) splits its business group into four basic practice areas: corporate, labor and employment, litigation and intellectual property/technology. Despite the firm's structure, associates frequently specialize in a number of distinctive areas such as white-collar criminal defense, international litigation and arbitration, health care, financing and complex security offerings for emerging growth companies. Associates receive some of the best training and mentoring available on the West Coast, in a collegial setting with a business casual dress code complementing the informal working style. The firm is dedicated to pro bono work and treats pro bono hours as billable. Salaries and bonus are market.

Corporate - M&A

Full-Time

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks corporate counsel level attorney with experience in emerging companies and IPOs, including both Capital Markets and Merger and Acquisition. The ideal candidate must have a range of experience typical for the Capital Markets practice, including securities offerings and assisting public companies with reporting obligations, but also have experience with Merger and Acquisition, including experience with public and private company transactions. Legal

The candidate should have superior academic credentials, strong communication skills, and supervisory or management experience.

The mid-sized San Francisco office of this multi-national firm (one of the most respected firms in the country) splits its business group into four basic practice areas: corporate, labor and employment, litigation and intellectual property/technology. Despite the firm's structure, associates frequently specialize in a number of distinctive areas such as white-collar criminal defense, international litigation and arbitration, health care, financing and complex security offerings for emerging growth companies. Associates receive some of the best training and mentoring available on the West Coast, in a collegial setting with a business casual dress code complementing the informal working style. The firm is dedicated to pro bono work and treats pro bono hours as billable. Salaries and bonus are market.

Corporate - Securities and Capital Markets, Corporate - M&A

Full-Time

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks mid-level corporate associate attorney with 3+ years of capital markets experience. The ideal candidate must have a range of experience typical for the Capital Markets practice, including securities offerings and assisting public companies with reporting obligations, but also have experience and interest in working on FinTech matters. Legal

The candidate should have superior academic credentials, strong communication skills, and supervisory or management experience.

The mid-sized San Francisco office of this multi-national firm (one of the most respected firms in the country) splits its business group into four basic practice areas: corporate, labor and employment, litigation and intellectual property/technology. Despite the firm's structure, associates frequently specialize in a number of distinctive areas such as white-collar criminal defense, international litigation and arbitration, health care, financing and complex security offerings for emerging growth companies. Associates receive some of the best training and mentoring available on the West Coast, in a collegial setting with a business casual dress code complementing the informal working style. The firm is dedicated to pro bono work and treats pro bono hours as billable. Salaries and bonus are market.

Corporate - Securities and Capital Markets

Full-Time

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks intellectual property and litigation technology associate attorney with experience in district court litigation. The candidate should preferably have background of an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, materials science, physics, or an equivalent degree, and an advanced degree or industry experience. Legal

The mid-sized San Francisco office of this multi-national firm (one of the most respected firms in the country) splits its business group into four basic practice areas: corporate, labor and employment, litigation and intellectual property/technology. Despite the firm's structure, associates frequently specialize in a number of distinctive areas such as white-collar criminal defense, international litigation and arbitration, health care, financing and complex security offerings for emerging growth companies. Associates receive some of the best training and mentoring available on the West Coast, in a collegial setting with a business casual dress code complementing the informal working style. The firm is dedicated to pro bono work and treats pro bono hours as billable. Salaries and bonus are market.

IP - Litigation - Physics, IP - Litigation - Electrical Engineering, IP - Litigation - Computer Science, IP - Litigation - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks financial restructuring associate attorney with 1-5 years of experience. The candidate will work on some of the most interesting bankruptcy cases in the country. Will serve in the purchase of assets out of bankruptcy; restructuring companies; representing key constituents; handling bankruptcy-related litigation. Should have familiarity with bankruptcy law and related issues (securities laws, commercial laws); prior experience with complex reorganization cases. Legal

The candidate should have outstanding achievement, including law school record, references, and proven litigation and writing skills.

This California firm has a rapidly expanding San Francisco office that is focused on all aspects of litigation. It also supports an active pro bono program.

Bankruptcy

Full-Time

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks employment litigation and counseling associate attorney with 1-4 years of experience. The candidate will focus mostly on litigation and associated counseling. Should have admission to CA Bar. Must have familiarity and experience with employment litigation (including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination suits) and wage and hour litigation is essential. Class action experience would be very helpful. Familiarity with California civil procedure is also helpful. Familiarity and experience with employment counseling (including the construction of employment policies and manuals and wage and hour counseling) are very helpful. Legal

The candidate should have outstanding achievement, including law school record, references, and proven litigation and writing skills.

This California firm has a rapidly expanding San Francisco office that is focused on all aspects of litigation. It also supports an active pro bono program.

Litigation - Labor & Employment

Full-Time