Intellectual Property Associate - Electrical Engineering

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly skilled Intellectual Property Associate with a focus on Electrical Engineering to join their team in Sacramento, CA. The ideal candidate will have two to four years of experience in intellectual property matters, including patent and trade secret cases.

Duties

• Conduct research and draft legal documents related to intellectual property cases.
• Collaborate with team members on complex litigation matters.
• Advocate for clients in various legal settings.
• Manage and oversee inter partes review proceedings.

Requirements

• Two to four years of experience in intellectual property law.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Membership in the State Bar of California.

Education

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong advocacy and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Mental well-being support and family care benefits.
• Flexible Time Off program and generous parental leave.
• 401K program and long-term care insurance.

This preeminent California firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. The Sacto office has strong litigation, IP, government, securities, finance, and antitrust practices. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a $10,000 bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable hour levels above 1,950.