Patent Law

Responsibilities will include mid-level patent attorney work such as drafting, filing and prosecuting US patent applications, managing and coordinating international patent application strategies, preparing patentability, non-infringement, and invalidity opinions, and overall intellectual property counseling.

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

• J.D. degree preferred; admitted to a state bar and in good standing. Must be registered and in good standing to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and preferably also an advanced degree in immunology, molecular biology or related field.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• At least three years of experience practicing patent law and proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others on complex matters.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Excellent communications (written and oral) and judgment are essential.
• Proven ability to independently manage a case and move it forward, but also to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Must be a self-starter, have the ability to prioritize workload; display good judgment and work well under pressure.

Apply online at:
https://careers.squirepattonboggs.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=565

Please apply online to be considered for this position. Resumes should be accompanied by unofficial law school transcript and a recent writing sample (10 pages max). Please include a cover page with your writing sample that describes the piece you are submitting and how you may have modified it from its original format.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Northern California