We are a small boutique Intellectual Property firm in the Boulder, Colorado area seeking a talented Intellectual Property Attorney with experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patent prosecution and drafting, along with solid academic credentials.
We offer a percentage-based compensation plan that provides flexibility to maintain an excellent work/life balance. For real! This isn't that fake Big Law "balance" that allows you to choose between work and more work.
The position may be in-office, hybrid, or remote. Your choice.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Manage the preparation and prosecution of patent applications from ideation to filing in the US and foreign jurisdictions
What You’ve Got to Bring to the Table:
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. A mechanical inclination is expected, however
- At least 1 year of US patent law experience, with 2-5 years of experience preferred
- Proven track record of drafting and prosecuting patent applications
- Admitted to practice before the USPTO
- Member of at least one State bar in the US
- Strong ability to write concisely and clearly
- Strong communication skills
- Work effectively in an independent environment
- Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers
Bonus Points (not required):
- Master’s or higher qualification in Computer Science, Computer or Software Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or other technical discipline
- Foreign prosecution experience (European, Chinese experience preferred)
The Things You Really Came Looking For:
- A starting salary range between $130K -$165K may be expected, based on experience and defined billing goals
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance are provided
- We actually understand what work/life balance is:
- We realize that the occasional powder day is cause for taking the morning off to go skiing
- Who likes working on the weekend? This is rarely necessary
Apply via email to:
boulder.patent.employment@gmail.com
Please include a cover letter, resume, writing samples (at least 1 patent application and 1 office action response), and cover letter. If you have references available, please also include those.
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Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Boulder, CO