Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of legal experience, specializing in intellectual property (IP) law, particularly in drafting and patent prosecution. The ideal candidate will have a background in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field, with design engineering experience in a chip company being a significant advantage. Candidates with expertise in networking, software, 3G/4G/5G wireless networks, or similar technologies are preferred. Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required, and Bar licensure in California is considered a plus.

Duties:

• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Conducting patentability and infringement analyses.
• Advising clients on IP matters.
• Collaborating with clients and inventors to understand inventions and draft patent specifications.
• Communicating with patent examiners regarding patent applications.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of legal experience.
• Experience in IP law with a focus on drafting and patent prosecution.
• Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar.
• Design engineering experience with a chip company is advantageous.
• Knowledge or experience in networking, software, 3G/4G/5G wireless networks, or related technologies preferred.
• Admission to the USPTO.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in at least one state.
• Admission to the USPTO.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to analyze complex technical and legal issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in patent prosecution software and databases.

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.