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San Francisco office of our client 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 global law firm was established over a century ago and has full legal services in a wide range of industries. Their areas of practice include tax, intellectual property, antitrust, competition law, litigation, projects, real restate and construction, environmental law, enforcements and investigations, and regulatory. Their offices are located in California.

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

Full-Time

San Francisco office of an AmLaw firm seeks patent prosecution associate attorney with 4-6 years of experience. The candidate will be conducting patent-mining and patent-brainstorming with client product teams. Will be conducting disclosure meetings with clients for new patent applications. Drafting and filing original patent applications. Conducting examiner interviews, drafting responses to office actions and handling all other aspects of patent prosecution from filing to issuance. Supervising others, including patent attorneys and patent agents, on all the preceding; and advising clients on strategic patent-portfolio development and management. Must preferably have an undergraduate or advanced degree in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering. Should preferably be licensed to practice law in California, have a U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) registration number, and have experience working in the IP department of a comparable law firm. Experience in patent litigation or PTAB trials is a plus. Legal

The candidate should have a high level of academic achievement at an accredited law school.

This global law firm was established over a century ago and offers full legal services in a wide range of industries. Their areas of practice include tax, intellectual property, antitrust, competition law, litigation, projects, real restate and construction, environmental law, enforcements and investigations, and regulatory. The firm is located all across the globe.

IP - Patent - Electrical Engineering, IP - Patent - Computer Science, IP - Patent - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

San Francisco office of an AmLaw firm seeks mid-level patent litigation associate attorney with 4-6 years of experience. The candidate will be serving in patent litigation in U.S. district court and post-grant proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board at the USPTO. Will be preparing and filing complaints, answers, and counterclaims and conducting associated pre-filing analysis. Drafting discovery requests and responses and participating in discovery on infringement, validity, and damages issues, including expert discovery. Analyzing and understanding complex technical subject matter in patents and relevant prior art. Analyzing prior art to invalidate patent claims. Drafting discovery and dispositive motions and claim-construction briefs. Preparing for, taking, and defending depositions of both fact and expert witnesses. Participating in oral arguments and other hearings. Participating in trials with the team. Must preferably have an undergraduate or advanced degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or an equivalent technical degree; experience working within the IP department of a national law firm. Must have a U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) registration number or be qualified to take the USPTO's registration examination; and be licensed to practice law in California. Legal

The candidate should have a high level of academic achievement at an accredited law school.

This global law firm was established over a century ago and offers full legal services in a wide range of industries. Their areas of practice include tax, intellectual property, antitrust, competition law, litigation, projects, real restate and construction, environmental law, enforcements and investigations, and regulatory. The firm is located all across the globe.

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

Full-Time

San Francisco office of an AmLaw firm seeks mid to senior level tax associate attorney with 3-5 years of income tax experience. The candidate will focus on defending businesses and high net worth individuals on federal tax controversy matters before the IRS and in federal court. Must preferably have solid federal and/or California tax controversy experience with some knowledge of the underlying federal tax law. Should be licensed to practice law in California. Legal

The candidate should have a high level of academic achievement at an accredited law school.

This global law firm was established over a century ago and offers full legal services in a wide range of industries. Their areas of practice include tax, intellectual property, antitrust, competition law, litigation, projects, real restate and construction, environmental law, enforcements and investigations, and regulatory. The firm is located all across the globe.

Tax - Federal

Full-Time

San Francisco office of an AmLaw firm seeks junior litigation associate attorney with 1-2 years of experience focused on energy, natural resources, antitrust, and commercial matters. The candidate should have federal clerkship experience. Must be licensed to practice in California. Legal

This global law firm was established over a century ago and offers full legal services in a wide range of industries. Their areas of practice include tax, intellectual property, antitrust, competition law, litigation, projects, real restate and construction, environmental law, enforcements and investigations, and regulatory. The firm is located all across the globe.

Litigation - General/Commercial, Energy and Oil & Gas

Full-Time

San Francisco office of an AmLaw firm seeks litigation associate attorney with 3-5 years of business and securities litigation experience. The candidate should preferably have government enforcement and general commercial litigation experience. Must be licensed in California or willing to sit for the State Bar of California. Legal

The ideal candidate will have attained a high level of academic achievement, as well as strong writing and communication skills.

This global law firm was established over a century ago and offers full legal services in a wide range of industries. Their areas of practice include tax, intellectual property, antitrust, competition law, litigation, projects, real restate and construction, environmental law, enforcements and investigations, and regulatory. The firm is located all across the globe.

Litigation - Securities Litigation, Litigation - General/Commercial

Full-Time

San Francisco office of an AmLaw firm seeks junior patent litigation associate attorney with 2-3 years of experience. The candidate will be serving in patent litigation in U.S. district court and post-grant proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board at the USPTO. Will be preparing and filing complaints, answers, and counterclaims and conducting associated pre-filing analysis. Drafting discovery requests and responses and participating in discovery on infringement, validity, and damages issues, including expert discovery. Analyzing and understanding complex technical subject matter in patents and relevant prior art. Conducting searches for and analyzing prior art to invalidate patent claims. Conducting legal research for and drafting discovery and dispositive motions and claim-construction briefs. Supporting taking and defending of deposition, including witness preparation. Supporting oral arguments and other hearings. Participating in trials with the team. Must preferably have an undergraduate or advanced degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or an equivalent technical degree; experience working within the IP department of a national law firm; a U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) registration number or be qualified to take the USPTO's registration examination; and be licensed to practice law in California. Legal

The candidate should have a high level of academic achievement at an accredited law school.

This global law firm was established over a century ago and offers full legal services in a wide range of industries. Their areas of practice include tax, intellectual property, antitrust, competition law, litigation, projects, real restate and construction, environmental law, enforcements and investigations, and regulatory. The firm is located all across the globe.

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

Full-Time

San Francisco office of an AmLaw firm seeks intellectual property prosecution/transactions associate attorney with 4-6 years of experience (freedom-to-operate studies, pre-acquisition due diligence, pre-litigation due diligence). The candidate should preferably have some experience in patent litigation and/or PTAB proceedings. Must preferably have a degree in computer science or a degree in computer engineering or electrical engineering with a heavy focus on computer science. Must be a licensed patent lawyer, registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and licensed to practice law in the state of California. Legal

The candidate must have excellent academic experience.

This global law firm was established over a century ago and offers full legal services in a wide range of industries. Their areas of practice include tax, intellectual property, antitrust, competition law, litigation, projects, real restate and construction, environmental law, enforcements and investigations, and regulatory. The firm is located all across the globe.

IP - Patent - Electrical Engineering, IP - Patent - Computer Science, IP - Patent - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

San Francisco office of an AmLaw firm seeks global projects associate attorney with 4-6 years of experience. The candidate must have significant construction experience. Additional finance or project development experience is a plus. Legal

The candidate must have attained a high level of academic achievement, have solid big law firm experience, and have strong writing and communication skills.

This global law firm was established over a century ago and offers full legal services in a wide range of industries. Their areas of practice include tax, intellectual property, antitrust, competition law, litigation, projects, real restate and construction, environmental law, enforcements and investigations, and regulatory. The firm is located all across the globe.

Construction

Full-Time

San Francisco office of an AmLaw firm seeks land use associate attorney with 4+ years of experience. The candidate should have a working knowledge of the entitlement process and CEQA. Land use litigation experience is preferred. Must belong to the California Bar. Legal

The candidate should have strong academic credentials, writing skills, and emotional intelligence.

With a strong commitment to pro bono work, diversity, and community involvement, this firm is dedicated to provide outstanding legal service domestically and internationally. Their legal professionals manage a variety of complex matters including health care, litigation, construction, intellectual property, labor and employment, real estate, tax, OSHA, ERIDA, finance, and government contractor services. This firm's San Francisco office is looking to attract highly efficient and effective legal experts.

Environmental and Land Use

Full-Time