Patent Agent or Attorney (Video/Audio Processing)

About the role

This is an exceptional opportunity to join our growing Electrical and Computer Science IP team with a national and international client base. This position can be based out of any of our offices.

Responsibilities

• Draft patent applications
• Prosecute patent applications
• Work with a national and international client base
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary practices
• Provide legal services related to all aspects of IP

Requirements

• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Minimum of two years of in-house or law firm patent prosecution experience
• Excellent academic credentials
• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team

Qualifications

• Knowledge Base & Education: Degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering
• Substantial physics/math, optics/photonics, audio and/or image processing experience is a plus
• Graduate-level experience or advance technical degree is also a plus
• Experience with codecs, virtual/augmented reality and AI is a plus

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion
• Ability to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
• Ability to respond to unexpected challenges and develop innovative solutions

Benefits

Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, all programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.

Pay

The annual compensation range for this role in our California, Colorado, District of Columbia, and Illinois offices is between $80,000 - $140,000 for an ESA and between $165,000 - $245,000 for an Associate.

Schedule

This position is considered full-time and is therefore eligible to participate in employer-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, vision, as well as elective or voluntary life, disability, accident coverage, paid holidays, paid time off, and eligible reimbursements.