Patent Prosecution Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate in Mountain View, CA. The ideal candidate will have two to four years of experience in patent prosecution, with a background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, data science, or physics. This role requires a USPTO registration number and admission to the Bar in the jurisdiction where the work is performed.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Respond to office actions with persuasive arguments.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their technology and business goals.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.

Requirements

• Two to four years of experience as a patent associate.
• Background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, data science, or physics.
• USPTO registration number.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Admission to the Bar in the jurisdiction where the work is performed.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Healthcare and life insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellbeing programs.

This highly profitable, full-service firm has grown significantly in recent years and has worked on some of the most interesting and complex technology transactions in the world. The firm primarily represents high-tech, high-growth companies in four practices areas: Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and most associates believe the firm is truly a great place to work.