Our client is seeking a registered patent agent for a full-time, fully remote contract role supporting software patent procurement and prosecution. The position is associated with Los Angeles, with candidates in California particularly of interest and occasional local office meetings preferred.
The Work
- Prepare and prosecute patent applications for clients across a variety of industries, handling patent procurement matters in both domestic and international contexts.
- Manage a substantial prosecution docket, take ownership of workstreams, and meet internal and external deadlines through organized, independent practice.
- Work with supervising attorneys and coordinate effectively with clients and other internal and external stakeholders, responding to client needs.
- Develop and prosecute applications involving software technologies such as machine learning, cloud computing and networking, cryptography, information security, and distributed ledger technology.
- Engage with matters involving related technical areas, including wireless communications, robotics, artificial intelligence, and blockchain.
What You Bring
- At least two years of patent application preparation and prosecution experience, gained in-house or as outside counsel.
- Experience specifically handling patent matters in the software arts.
- Current registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
- A bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Strong time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage a large docket and meet deadlines independently and with supervisory support.
- Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a strong commitment to responsive client service and collaboration.
- Experience or academic background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science is preferred; familiarity with large organizations and established patent programs is a plus.
- Residence in an eligible jurisdiction is required; California, New York, Washington, and Washington, D.C. are preferred locations.
Why Consider It
This role offers a fully remote, full-time contract structure for a patent agent seeking a flexible way to practice while delivering continuous, high-value legal services.
The initial term runs through the end of the calendar year, with potential annual renewal for successful candidates, and the role carries a 1,600-hour annual billable requirement.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated annualized Los Angeles salary range is $142,000–$161,000, with potential incentive bonus eligibility and benefits that include health insurance, 401(k), vacation, and sick time.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.