Junior- To Mid-Level Patent Prosecution And Counseling Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm in Redwood City, CA, is seeking a Junior- to Mid-Level Patent Prosecution and Counseling Associate Attorney to join their team. This role primarily focuses on patent prosecution and counseling, with opportunities to support a variety of related legal work. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in intellectual property law, particularly in patent prosecution, and a technical background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, or computer science.

Duties

• Handle all aspects of patent prosecution, including drafting and filing patent applications, responding to Office Actions, and managing patent portfolios.
• Provide patent counseling and strategic advice to clients on patent-related issues, including freedom-to-operate analyses and patentability assessments.
• Support various patent litigation matters, including conducting research and preparing legal documents.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop and execute intellectual property strategies.
• Stay current with changes in patent laws and regulations to ensure compliance and provide up-to-date advice.
• Assist with patent-related transactions, including licensing agreements and mergers & acquisitions.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations to discuss patent strategies and developments.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience in patent prosecution and counseling.
• Degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, computer science, or a related field.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Membership in the U.S. Bar and registration to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, computer science, or a related field.
• JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• U.S. Bar membership.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO.

Skills

• Strong understanding of patent prosecution processes and patent law.
• Technical expertise in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, or computer science.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze complex technical and legal issues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients and internal teams.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and patent databases.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
228 Hamilton Ave, 3rd Floor
Palo Alto
California
United States 94301
Phone : (650) 752-1500
Fax : (213) 895-7306