Patent Prosecution Technical Advisor - Junior

About the role

Ashurst Perkins Coie, named one of the country's "100 Best Places to Work For" by Fortune for two decades, offers a Patent Agent Program that lets you use your technical background to springboard into the legal world. The firm is seeking technical advisors in its Austin, New York, San Diego, and Seattle offices to join its growing Patent Prosecution practice, representing companies from startups to Fortune 50 corporations across industries and geographies.

Responsibilities

• Work side‑by‑side with attorneys and legal personnel to draft and prosecute patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• Be introduced to cutting‑edge technology from day one and begin developing legal skills.

Requirements

• Degree in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a closely related field.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent references.

Schedule

Full‑time position available beginning June 2027 when the Patent Agent Program starts.

Pay

$140,000 annually, with compensation depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Personal medical and parental leave.
• Up to ten paid holidays.
• Family care benefits.
• Professional development and career training programs.
• Personalized mentoring program with a senior attorney.
• Option to continue employment while attending law school.