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, and/or electrical engineering. The candidate will review invention disclosure documents and conduct invention disclosure meetings. Will conduct prior searches, review references, and analyze patentability. Draft patent applications and manage US and foreign dockets. Review USPTO office actions, formulate response strategies, conduct examiner interviews, and draft and filing responses. Analyze patents in connection with due diligence and/or freedom to operate analyses. Should have experience in one or more of the following technologies: machine learning, artificial intelligence, and image and signal processing. Prior work experience in a law firm is strongly preferred. Must be admitted to or eligible for admission to the California, MA, DC, or NY Bars. USPTO admission is preferred.

The candidate should have a J.D. or LL.M. degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Should have a high level of professionalism in working and engaging with demanding clients.

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.