Associate

Patent Prosecution Associate

  • LocationMultiple US offices
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience2–5 PQE
  • Compensation$235k–$365k
  • PracticeIntellectual Property, Technology

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A leading international law firm is seeking talented mid-level Patent Prosecution associates to join its Intellectual Property practice group. The role is open across several major U.S. markets, including offices in California, New York, Texas, Colorado, and Washington, DC.

The position offers the opportunity to support sophisticated, high-profile clients in one of the nation's leading intellectual property practices. The firm provides a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment with meaningful partner-level mentorship and supervision, and genuine opportunities for professional growth.

Associates will analyze complex technologies, communicate directly with inventors and in-house counsel, and help develop strategic intellectual property portfolios on behalf of major clients.

  • 2–5 years of relevant patent prosecution experience
  • J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the applicable jurisdiction
  • Degree in Computer Engineering required
  • Registered to practice before the USPTO
  • At least three full years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications directed to advanced computing technologies, preferably involving AI and machine learning
  • Strong technical and patent prosecution experience in one or more of: medical devices, semiconductors, integrated circuits, financial technologies, cybersecurity, networking, cloud computing, or software systems
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technologies, manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively in writing and verbally
  • Strong attention to detail

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