Job ID: 373917
Practice area:- IP - Patent - Hard Sciences,IP - Patent General
Job Title: Patent Prosecution Team Attorney - Software Technologies
Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm in San Francisco, CA, is actively seeking a Patent Prosecution Attorney to support its growing intellectual property practice focused on software, AI, cloud, and related digital innovations. This opportunity offers a career path alternative to the traditional partnership track, with a more flexible billable hour expectation and an emphasis on technical depth and high-quality prosecution work.
Duties:
Prepare and prosecute patent applications related to software and digital technologies
Advise clients on patent strategy and portfolio management
Analyze invention disclosures and collaborate with inventors to determine patentability
Conduct interviews with USPTO examiners and respond to office actions
Stay updated on trends in patent law and software-related IP
Collaborate with attorneys across other IP and technology-related disciplines
Requirements:
Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in patent prosecution
USPTO Registration required
Demonstrated understanding of software technologies, including cloud infrastructure, encryption, mobile applications, databases, AI, and bioinformatics
Strong organizational and time management skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and handle a steady workflow with minimal supervision
Education:
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely aligned discipline
Certifications:
Must hold active registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Admission to the California or Washington Bar is strongly preferred
Skills:
Technically fluent in software-related subject matter
Detail-oriented approach to patent drafting and prosecution
Ability to deliver concise legal writing and responsive client communication
Familiarity with IP strategy in startup and tech-heavy environments is a plus
Job Location:
San Francisco, CA
This Amlaw firm specializes in intellectual property and is committed to providing its associates with both a positive work environment and sophisticated work. Flexible scheduling and pro-bono work are aspects highly valued by the firm. This firm has also obtained its second perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Corporate Equality Index as "Best Place to Work" for LGBT equality.
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