I.P. Patent Agent
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 112500 - 250000
Posted on:
9 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description Summary:
Fenwick & West has been a leader in technology and life sciences law since 1972. One reason for its success is its Patents & Emerging Technologies Group consistently ranked a top patent group in the U.S. The group has deep expertise across technology and life sciences representing innovative companies at every stage of growth.Fenwicks patent professionals all hold strong technical credentialsmany with Masters or Ph.D. degrees and significant prior industry. Our patent agents and technical advisors have outstanding technical backgrounds and a strong interest in building long-term careers in patent law.
Fenwick is deeply committed to training and mentoring the next generation of patent professionals. We have built a robust patent agent and technical advisor program designed to provide meaningful responsibility hands-on learning and sustained professional development. Patent practitioners receive extensive exposure to high-quality prosecution work direct mentorship from experienced attorneys and regular feedback aimed at accelerating technical and legal growth. While patent prosecution is the primary focus agents also assist with litigation and corporate matters that require sophisticated technical insight allowing for broader experience and skill development.
In addition Patent agents and technical advisors are eligible to participate in our law school tuition reimbursement program reflecting our commitment to supporting those who aspire to continue their legal education and grow within the firm.
Job Description:
Fenwick is seeking Patent Agents with two or more years of patent prosecution should have a degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Science Computer Engineering Bioinformatics Biostatistics or Physics or equivalent experience preferably an M.S. or higher.
Candidates should have passed the patent bar and possess excellent academic credentials a strong technological background and superior oral written and interpersonal skills. This role is well-suited for patent agents who are eager to deepen their training gain exposure to sophisticated work and advance their careers in a collaborative mentorship-focused environment.
This position may be located in our Silicon Valley (preferred) Boston New York Seattle or Washington DC offices.
To apply please complete our online application and upload a cover letter resume graduate transcript(s) (if applicable) undergraduate transcript and a writing sample (a sample demonstrating the ability to explain a technical concept is preferred).
Agency recruiters: please submit separately via your agencys Workday portal.
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Benefits and Compensation Details:
At Fenwick we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical emotional and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.
The anticipated range for this position is:
$112500 - 250000 USDDepending on the role the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors including without limitation the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and if applicable the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
Go West, young lawyer. General practice law firm Fenwick & West offers services to national and international high-tech and life sciences clients, with specializations in corporate law (venture capital, mergers, IPOs), intellectual property, domestic and international tax law, and lit ... View more
