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Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate - Electrical Engineering and Software

Type Full-Time

Location California - Irvine

Job ID HKDR421268

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 4 - Max. 7 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas IP - Patent - PhysicsIP - Patent - Electrical EngineeringIP - Patent - Computer ScienceIP - Patent - HardwareIP - Patent - SoftwareIP - Patent - Computer EngineeringIP - Patent - MechanicalIP - Litigation - Hard Science GeneralIP - Patent - Hard Science General

2026-06-08 05:36:56

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-to-senior-level Associate in Irvine, CA to join the Patent Prosecution and Litigation Practice Group, focusing on Electrical Engineering and Software.

Duties

  • Draft and prosecute patent applications.
  • Engage in patent litigation activities.
  • Collaborate with a team on complex IP matters.
  • Advise clients on patent strategy and portfolio management.

Requirements

  • 4 to 7 years of relevant IP experience.
  • Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar field.
  • Experience with AI/machine learning, software design, semiconductors, and medical devices is a plus.
  • Licensed to practice law or eligible for licensing in the state of employment.
  • Member of the USPTO.
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and analytical abilities.

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

  • USPTO registration.

Skills

  • Excellent academic credentials.
  • Proficiency in patent drafting and prosecution.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Paid Days Off (PDO)/Vacation.
  • Discretionary performance-based bonus.

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.

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