Patent Associate Attorney

San Francisco office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks a patent associate attorney with 2+ years of patent prosecution experience and a technology background in computer science, computer engineering, data science, informatics, bioinformatics, and/or electrical engineering. The candidate will review invention disclosure documents and conduct invention disclosure meetings. Conduct prior searches, review references, and analyze patentability. Draft patent applications. Review USPTO office actions, formulate response strategies, conduct examiner interviews, and draft and file responses. Manage US and foreign dockets. Analyze patents in connection with due diligence and/or freedom to operate analyses. Should have experience in one or more of the following technologies: artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science. Prior work experience in a law firm is strongly preferred. USPTO admission is required.

The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. A high level of professionalism in working and engaging with demanding clients is required. The ability to collaborate and work effectively in team settings is needed.

Built on excellence and driven by change, this AmLaw 100 firm is appealing to associates for its nimble, collaborative legal teams addressing the shifting legal and regulatory requirements of the global market?s most competitive industries. Associates regard the firm as one of the ?heathiest work environments? they have worked in, as well as dealing with interesting work and early responsibility or junior associates. The firm is dedicated to pro bono work, using their program to provide training and guidance for associates. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.