Patent Associate Attorney (1+ Yrs Exp)
Jobot
San Diego, CA
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$210,000–$300,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Attorney, Chemical Engineering, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Due Diligence, Electrical Engineering, Invention Disclosures, Invention Reviews, Leading Edge Technology, Legal, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Patent Applications, Patent Procurement, Patents, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Service Delivery, Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
2 days ago
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Scott Rundlett
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Salary: $210,000 - $300,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a nationally recognized, growing, Am Law 100 firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services across a wide range of practice areas. Our team combines deep expertise with a collaborative approach to solve complex challenges for clients. We value integrity, diversity, and professional growth, creating an environment where talented professionals thrive and clients receive outstanding results.
Why join us?
We believe our people are our greatest strength. Here’s what you can expect:
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, wellness, and financial programs designed to support you and your family.
Professional Development: Access to training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities to help you grow your career.
Inclusive Culture: A workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters collaboration.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible policies and resources to help you succeed personally and professionally.
Prestige & Impact: Join a leading firm where your work makes a meaningful difference for clients and communities.
Job Details
We are seeking a Patent Associate to join a well‑established patent prosecution practice supporting clients with the development and protection of mission‑critical technologies. This role is ideal for an early‑career patent attorney with a strong technical background who enjoys hands‑on prosecution work and close collaboration with inventors and technical teams.
The position offers meaningful responsibility across all phases of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution and exposure to a broad range of cutting‑edge technologies.
What You’ll Do
Review invention disclosures and participate in inventor disclosure meetings
Conduct prior art searches and analyze patentability
Draft patent applications across a variety of technologies
Respond to USPTO office actions, including developing response strategies and conducting examiner interviews
Manage U.S. and foreign patent dockets
Support patent due diligence and freedom‑to‑operate analyses
Collaborate closely with attorneys, patent agents, and technical advisors to ensure high‑quality prosecution work
What We’re Looking For
JD or LLM from an ABA‑accredited law school
Admitted or eligible for admission in California
USPTO registration required
At least 1 year of patent prosecution experience
Technical background in computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field
Experience with technologies such as software, hardware/devices, databases, artificial intelligence, wireless, or image/signal processing
Prior law firm experience strongly preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of professionalism in working with clients and colleagues
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
Collaborative team player
Why This Opportunity
Hands‑on patent prosecution experience
Broad exposure to innovative and emerging technologies
Collaborative, technically focused practice environment
Opportunity to build a strong foundation in patent law
Platform for long‑term growth as a patent attorney
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About the Company
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Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.
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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com