Our client is seeking a Patent Associate with 1–2 years of law firm patent prosecution experience to join its Salt Lake City practice. The role is suited to an attorney with patent bar membership and a background in engineering, physics, or a related physical science discipline.
The Work
- Contribute to patent prosecution matters, drawing on prior law firm experience and a strong technical foundation.
- Apply technical knowledge to patent work involving fields such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, semiconductors, optics, or solid state physics.
- Bring relevant expertise to matters involving quantum computing, nuclear physics, or applications of AI and machine learning, where aligned with your background.
- Use clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication in carrying out patent prosecution work.
- Develop within a patent prosecution practice that values candidates with engineering and physical science training.
- The specific level of matter ownership and client-contact responsibilities will depend on the role and are not specified in the supplied description.
What You Bring
- 1–2 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm.
- Membership in the patent bar.
- A degree or relevant technical background in physics, applied physics, engineering physics, physical chemistry, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, materials sciences, or a related discipline.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Superior academic credentials.
- Working knowledge or practical experience in AI or machine learning and its applications, solid state physics, quantum computing, nuclear physics, semiconductors, or optics is strongly preferred.
- An advanced degree and prior patent agent experience are preferred; candidates with a B.S. or B.A. and relevant experience will also be considered.
Why Consider It
Candidates can bring specialized engineering or physical-science knowledge to a patent prosecution role, with advanced degrees and patent agent experience valued but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
The position offers a stated salary range of $225,000–$310,000 based on year classification, and discretionary merit bonuses may be awarded.
The benefits package includes healthcare coverage, family-building benefits, paid parental leave, wellness and counseling resources, retirement and insurance programs, and firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.
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.