Patent Prosecution Attorney – Law Firm – Boulder, CO

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