Junior to Mid-level Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

A law firm in San Diego, CA, is currently seeking a Junior to Mid-level Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of academic achievement, coupled with solid law firm, engineering, and industry experience. This role requires superb writing and communication skills, along with a minimum of 2 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience. The candidate must hold a degree in electrical engineering or computer science, with a JD degree and admission to the USPTO being mandatory.

Duties:

• Engage in patent preparation and prosecution activities.
• Draft and submit patent applications.
• Demonstrate effective communication with clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate with legal professionals to provide comprehensive patent services.

Requirements:

• High level of academic achievement.
• 2+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
• JD degree and admission to the USPTO.

Preferred Experience:

• Patent prosecution in electrical engineering or software-related technologies.
• Knowledge of data science, AI, networking technologies (especially network security), and machine learning/artificial intelligence.
• Familiarity with hardware security.

Skills:

• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities.
• Proficient in patent-related processes and procedures.
• Collaborative team player.