Patent Associate Engineering

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Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is actively seeking a Patent Associate with 1–4 years of experience in patent prosecution to join its growing Patents and Innovations (Counseling and Prosecution) practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in engineering or computational sciences and a demonstrated interest in life sciences. This is a dynamic opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to work with top-tier clients and cutting-edge technologies across a broad range of industries.

Location:

• San Diego, CA

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications for domestic and international clients

• Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and due diligence analyses

• Develop IP strategies for a diverse client base in high-tech and life sciences sectors

• Engage in patent portfolio management and client counseling

• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, in-house counsel, and cross-functional teams

• Provide technical support to litigation or transactional matters when needed

Requirements:

• 1–4 years of patent prosecution experience at a law firm

• Strong foundation in at least one of the following:

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering

  • Materials Science

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML)

• Demonstrated interest or experience in life sciences (industry or academic)

• Strong legal writing and analytical skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with professionalism and precision

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a technical field preferred

Certifications:

• USPTO registration required

• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Skills:

• Superior written and verbal communication

• Exceptional research and technical writing abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and client service mindset

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills

• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently

Benefits:

• Discretionary merit bonuses

• Monthly wellness reimbursements

• 24/7 virtual counseling and emotional health support

• Health insurance for employees and eligible dependents (including same- or opposite-sex spouses/domestic partners)

• Family-building benefits (IVF, adoption, surrogacy, egg-freezing)

• Paid parental leave

• Parenting concierge services and telemedicine access

• Parents and caregivers resource groups

• Career coaching and mentorship for working parents

• Backup childcare (in-home and center-based)

• Tutoring and college counseling for older children

• Health Savings Accounts (with firm contributions)

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• 401(k) plan with firm matching

• Pretax commuter and parking benefits

• Life insurance (basic and supplemental)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, accident, and hospitalization insurance

• Voluntary identity theft protection and pet insurance

• Medicare consulting services

• Full coverage of CLE, bar exam review, and bar dues

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