Job Title: Patent Agent / Technical Specialist Program- Fenwick & West LLP - Silicon Valley, CA
Fenwick & West has been a leader in technology and life sciences law since 1972. One reason for its success is its Patent Group, which is consistently ranked among the top patent practices in a general practice law firm in both the U.S. and internationally. The Patent Group has deep expertise in technology and life sciences. We have been further enhancing our technical expertise and depth through a patent agent and technical specialist program. Our patent agents and technical specialists have outstanding technical backgrounds and an interest in working in the area of patent law. Our patent agents and technical specialists focus on patent prosecution, although they also assist with litigation and corporate matters that require technical assistance. In addition, our patent agents and technical specialists are also eligible to participate in our tuition reimbursement program for law school.
Presently, we are seeking candidates with degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science. Candidates should have strong academic credentials and/or prior work experience. Candidates should also have strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates need not have prior patent law experience and need not be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Candidates that are willing to prepare for and take the registration exam to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office are eligible for a reimbursement program for this exam.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and school transcript to:
Attorney Recruiting Department
Fenwick & West LLP
801 California Street
Mountain View, CA 94041
Fax 650.938.5200
Phone 650.335.4949
recruit@fenwick.com
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Silicon Valley, CA