Patent Associate (3-6 Years Experience)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Associate with 3-6 years of experience for its Sacramento office. The ideal candidate will have a background in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software, or Computer Science and be admitted to the USPTO or eligible to take the Patent Bar.

Duties

• Collaborate with clients to expand and protect intellectual property portfolios.
• Interface with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements related to intellectual property.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of relevant patent law experience.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software, or Computer Science.
• Admission to the USPTO or eligibility to take the Patent Bar.
• Strong writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) required.

Certifications

• USPTO admission or eligibility to take the Patent Bar.

Skills

• Excellent academic performance.
• Interpersonal skills and teamwork capabilities.
• Preferred experience with consumer electronics, software, web-based services, full-stack development, generative AI, machine learning, data structures, data storage, and databases.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Disability and voluntary insurance, including vision.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Profit sharing contributions.
• Paid time off.

This Amlaw firm values associates that are all in and is therefore leanly staffed, providing a fair amount of client contact amongst its associates. In addition, this firm offers a high amount of pro-bono opportunities, especially for first years. This firm values diversity and has a collaborative, social, work environment.