Patent Agent/Technical Advisor (Electrical, Computer Engineering and/or Telecommunications)

Lewis Roca • Glendale, California, United States • $105k - $200k / year • 1m ago

Patent Agent/Technical Advisor (Electrical, Computer Engineering and/or Telecommunications)

Los Angeles, CA

Lewis Roca is seeking a Patent Agent or Technical Advisor with three or more years of experience to join its Intellectual Property practice in Los Angeles. We will consider candidates for our Denver office location, and such candidates would support a cross office need.

Candidate will be primarily responsible for, but not limited to, preparing and prosecuting patent applications filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and foreign patent offices. Additional duties may include: providing technological guidance to attorneys in assisting clients to document inventions, counseling clients on comprehensive IP strategy, prior art analysis, and IP portfolio management. Experience with foreign patent applications is helpful, though not required.

Qualifications:

Registration to practice before the USPTO is a plus, but not required
Bachelor’s Degree (or advanced degree) in Electrical, Computer Engineering and/or Telecommunications is required
Industry experience preferred but not required
Detail oriented, organized & team oriented
Excellent writing and communication skills
Ability to multi-task independently under deadlines, efficiently manage firm resources, effectively delegate (as appropriate), and prioritize and manage case assignments
Ability to effectively present information and professionally respond to questions
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Ability to recognize inefficiencies in work process and contribute to improvements
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate high integrity
Computer self-sufficient (complete Microsoft Office Suite)
Proficiency with specialized software and online programs as required

Lewis Roca clients require a full range of services, as well as creative and thorough representation in all types of matters. The ideal candidate will work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, participate in a broad range of sophisticated matters, and take on immediate responsibility with significant client involvement. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package such as life, health, accident and disability insurance and a 401(k) plan.

As of January 1, 2025, Lewis Roca will combine with Womble Bond Dickinson (US). Bringing together two large, multi-practice law firms creates a powerhouse firm with more than 1,300 attorneys in 37 offices in the United States and the United Kingdom. To learn more about this combination, please click here.

This position may be filled in Denver and accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay Act, the compensation range for this position is between $105,000 - $200,000. Actual compensation can vary and may be above or below the range based on qualifications and experience.

This position is subject to export control laws.

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates please click “Apply for this Position” to send your cover letter, resume, undergraduate transcript, and writing sample to Veronica Samaniego, Lawyer Recruiting Director. #LI-GC1 #LI-HYBRID

No phone calls please. We will contact you if your resume indicates that you are a strong candidate for this position.

We are willing to consider resumes from professional recruiters once an agreement has been approved.

Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, age, physical or mental disability, spousal affiliation, marital status, a serious medical condition, genetic information, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

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