Patent Prosecution Attorney

About the Role

This attorney will take the lead on preparing and prosecuting patent applications involving software systems, cloud platforms, machine learning methods, data processing technologies, and related computer-implemented inventions. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, communicates clearly with technical stakeholders, and is comfortable managing their own portfolio of matters with a high degree of autonomy.

What You'll Do

• Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications involving software-based subject matter from initial disclosure through issuance
• Engage directly with inventors and technical teams to capture key inventive concepts and refine claim strategies
• Conduct patentability analyses, develop filing strategies, and advise on portfolio development
• Manage responses to USPTO Office Actions, interview examiners, and ensure consistent quality and efficiency across all filings
• Support global prosecution efforts and coordinate with foreign counsel when needed
• Contribute to process improvements and knowledge-sharing within the practice
• Patent prep and prosecution at volume

What You Bring

• JD or equivalent with active USPTO registration
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in patent preparation and prosecution focused on computer software technologies
• A track record of drafting 100+ patent applications from scratch over the course of your career
• Strong technical aptitude in software engineering, computer science, or related fields (industry experience or technical degree preferred but not required)
• Clear, concise writing skills and an ability to distill complex software concepts into well-structured patent documents
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent matters while maintaining high attention to detail
• Admission to at least one U.S. state bar

Why join us?

• Diverse work
• Competitive compensation
• Growing firm

Pay

$120,000 - $180,000 per year