Junior to Mid-level Associate Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Junior to Mid-level Associate Attorney with a focus on patent preparation and prosecution. The ideal candidate should have a strong academic background, relevant experience, and exceptional communication skills. The role requires expertise in electrical engineering or computer science, with a preference for additional experience in patent prosecution related to software, data science, AI, networking technologies, and machine learning.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution activities in the areas of electrical engineering, computer science, software-related technologies, data science/AI, networking technologies, and machine learning.
• Collaborate with clients to understand and analyze inventions, providing legal advice and strategies for patent protection.
• Draft and review patent applications, responses to office actions, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research to support intellectual property matters and stay updated on relevant laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) are required.

Skills:

• High level of academic achievement.
• Strong law firm, engineering, and industry experience.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Expertise in patent prosecution in electrical engineering or software-related technologies.
• Preferred experience in data science/AI, networking technologies, machine learning, and hardware security.
• Knowledge of intellectual property laws and regulations.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and research skills.
• Ability to collaborate with clients and colleagues effectively.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.