Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney – Junior to Midlevel
About The Position
One of Fortune’s Best Places to Work, Ashurst Perkins Coie, US LLP, a leading international law firm, is seeking a Patent Prosecution Junior Associate in the Los Angeles office. We have created a firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients and mutual respect. We are seeking an associate with at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience working with life sciences clients. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials, experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications and an advanced degree in a biology, chemistry or a biotechnical discipline. The position will entail U.S. and foreign patent office practice as well as opinion work, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling on a variety of life sciences focused projects. Candidates must be admitted to the USPTO. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive working environment while handling sophisticated matters at both a local and a national level.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of patent prosecution experience working with life sciences clients
- Excellent academic credentials
- Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications
- An advanced degree in a biology, chemistry or a biotechnical discipline
- Admitted to the USPTO
Responsibilities
- U.S. and foreign patent office practice
- Opinion work
- Due diligence
- Licensing
- Litigation support
- Client counseling on a variety of life sciences focused projects
Benefits
- Annual discretionary bonus
- 401(k) plan
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Personal medical leave
- Parental leave
- Up to ten paid Holidays
- Family care benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
