Patent Associate (Denver, CO; Palo Alto, CA; Salt Lake City, UT; Seattle, WA) (#1045)

About the role

The Patent Group at Dorsey is seeking an associate with two to four years of experience in patent prosecution, particularly in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or related fields. This position is open to candidates in Denver, Palo Alto, Salt Lake City, or Seattle.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active docket of patent prosecution matters, from drafting applications to all phases of domestic and foreign patent prosecution.
• Counsel clients on patent strategy and conduct searches, prepare patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions.
• Support litigation and transactional practices within the firm.

Requirements

• USPTO and Colorado, California, Utah, or Washington bar admission or ability to obtain admission.
• Two to four years of patent attorney experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field.
• Strong academic performance and writing ability.

Qualifications

• Denver: Salary range $205,000 - $245,000, with options for lower billable-hours track.
• Seattle: Salary range $205,000 - $255,000, with options for lower billable-hours track.
• California: Salary range $205,000 - $300,000, with options for lower billable-hours track.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Basic and optional life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Flexible time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Transportation assistance program.
• Wellbeing programs and activities.
• Education and college advising program.
• Virtual tutoring.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

• Salary ranges vary based on experience and location.
• Associates are eligible for a discretionary bonus and/or productivity bonus.
• Relocation expenses and bar review expenses may be available.

Schedule

Full-time positions are available.

Skills

• Superb legal knowledge and practical wisdom.
• Understanding of business and industry.
• Experience in patent prosecution.
• Ability to counsel clients on patent strategy.
• Proficiency in conducting searches and preparing opinions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Discretionary bonuses and productivity bonuses.
• Relocation expenses and bar review expenses.

Contact Information

To apply, visit Dorsey's careers page.