Associate Patent Attorney - Electrical Engineering
cojkSeattle (WA)
$175,000 - $225,000
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Posted 13 days ago
cojkSeattle (WA)
SENIORITY
Senior
SALARY
$175,000 - $225,000
About the role
COJK is seeking an associate-level patent attorney with a technical background in electrical engineering to join its Patent Practice Group in Seattle. The attorney will work closely with clients, inventors, and colleagues on sophisticated intellectual property matters, including patent preparation and prosecution, foreign portfolio management, patent licensing, and due diligence involving new products and technology acquisitions.
Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as an ability to develop and maintain internal and external relationships. The candidate must excel in a team environment, as well as be a motivated self-starter who works well under pressure, with the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid position.
Requirements:
Requirements for associate-level patent attorney include a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, a J.D. from an accredited law school with five or more years of patent law experience, and two years of relevant industry experience. Qualified applicants must have an active license to practice law in at least one state, preferably Washington, and admittance to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Responsibilities:
Prepare and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications in relevant technical fields
Draft responses to office actions and communicate with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office examiners
Conduct prior art searches and analyze patentability, ownership, validity, infringement, and freedom-to-operate issues
Manage domestic and foreign patent portfolios, including filings, renewals, and monitoring of existing and proposed patents
Counsel clients on patent strategy, protection, licensing, and infringement matters
Conduct intellectual property due diligence related to new products, technologies, and acquisitions, and assist in preparing client opinions
Help clients identify, evaluate, and protect intellectual property assets
Support the firm’s litigation practice on patent-related matters
Participate in meetings and conference calls with clients, inventors, foreign associates, and other contacts in the United States and abroad
Respond to general inquiries regarding patent protection and portfolio management
Education and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or physics
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state, preferably Washington
Admitted to practice before the USPTO
Preferred Skills and Attributes
Possess superior analytical, written communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to build and maintain strong internal and external professional relationships
A collaborative approach and demonstrated success working in a team environment
Sound judgment, and the ability to take initiative and to work independentlyAbility to manage competing priorities, perform effectively under pressure, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision
Long-term disability and life insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) retirement plan
ORCA Transit pass
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $175,000 - $225,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
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