IP, Technology Patent Counseling and Prosecution, Associate, Mid-Senior Level

Hogan Lovells • Washington, DC

1d • $260,000 - $390,000

About The Position

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader US LLP is seeking an associate to work on patent prosecution and counseling involving cutting-edge technology for leading technology companies. The work may span rocket engines, satellite systems, artificial intelligence, machine learning, automation, robotics, and advanced software technologies. The role requires the technical depth to engage with engineers, scientists, and developers on complex technologies, as well as the professionalism and confidence to work directly with sophisticated clients and industry leaders. It includes significant direct interaction with partners and clients and opportunities associated with working at a global law firm.

The position will primarily involve patent prosecution and counseling, with opportunities to support other related legal work. The firm is seeking a junior- to mid-level associate with at least three years of relevant experience, preferably in its San Francisco or Washington, D.C. offices. Compensation is an annualized salary of $260,000 to $390,000, depending on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. The role may be eligible for a discretionary or hours-based bonus and the firm’s fringe benefits as they currently exist.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of patent prosecution and counseling experience.
• A degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, or computer science, or equivalent experience.
• A law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• U.S. bar membership.
• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
• Technical depth to discuss complex technologies credibly with engineers, scientists, and developers.
• Professionalism and confidence to work directly with clients and industry leaders.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a junior- to mid-level patent prosecution and counseling associate.
• Preference for candidates in the San Francisco or Washington, D.C. offices.

Responsibilities

• Handle patent prosecution and patent counseling work.
• Engage with engineers, scientists, and developers on complex technologies.
• Work directly with sophisticated clients and industry leaders.
• Support other types of related legal work as opportunities arise.

Benefits

• May be eligible for a discretionary or hours-based bonus, consistent with market practice.
• Eligible for the firm’s fringe benefits as they currently exist.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level