DWTSurge Patent Agent (Remote)

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 142,000 - 161,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Numerous health insurance options

401(k) plan

Pet insurance

Telemedicine services

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks a full-time patent prosecution patent agent in Seattle. The candidate should have 2+ years of experience, preferably registered with the USPTO, and a relevant BS degree. Opportunities for remote work available, with a full-time employment term and competitive salary range in Washington of $142,000 to $161,000. The firm offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and vacations.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience with patent prosecution as a patent agent, in-house or in law firm.
Registered to practice before the USPTO or interest in taking the Patent Bar Examination.
Familiarity with large organizations' patent programs.

Responsibilities

Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
Collaborate with various stakeholders.
Manage workload efficiently.

Skills

Excellent writing

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to collaborate

Strong work ethic

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related field

Job description

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Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is searching for a full-time patent prosecution patent agent to work through the Firm’s alternative-track attorney and staffing program, DWTSurge. We are particularly interested in registered patent agents based in the Seattle area who have experience in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications either as part of an in-house team or at medium/large firms. Patent scientists with relevant industry experience who are eligible to and interested in taking the Patent Bar Examination are also encouraged to apply.

Candidates who are located in the Seattle area and can attend occasional meetings at DWT's Seattle office are strongly preferred. However, we are open to remote work and will consider qualified candidates based in any of the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, MD, MN, MT, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA, WDC, or WV.

The ideal candidate will have:

2+ years of experience with patent prosecution as a patent agent, either in-house, within a law firm environment, or with the USPTO
A minimum of a BS degree and industry experience in electrical engineering, computer science, or related field
Registered to practice before the USPTO or, alternatively, eligibility and interest in taking the Patent Bar Examination
Familiarity with operations of large organizations with established patent programs
Strong work ethic and commitment to being responsive to client needs
Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to collaborate and work effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated ability working independently without significant supervision and proven performance managing a workload efficiently

Please note that this position is managed by DWT’s flexible attorney and staffing program, DWTSurge, and offers a contract for a specified term that may be renewed on an annual basis for successful candidates. The initial term offered will run through the end of the calendar year and will offer full time employment with an annual 1,800 billable hour requirement. We are interested in candidates who are electing to pursue a more flexible way of practicing while also focusing on providing continuous, high-value legal services to clients. Those who excel in the role will potentially be engaged for additional terms.

The annualized salary range for this full-time contract patent agent position in Los Angeles, California is $142,000 to $161,000; and San Francisco, California is $166,000 to $187,000. The annualized salary range for this position in New York is $165,000 to $185,000. The annualized salary range for this position in Washington is $142,000 to $161,000. The annualized salary range for this position in Maryland is $159,000 to $185,000. The annualized salary range for this position in Washington, D.C. is $159,000 to $185,000. The annualized salary range for this position in Minnesota is $134,000 to $157,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Employees may be eligible for an annual bonus and health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. DWTSurge Patent Agents generally take approximately three weeks of vacation from work each year, and it may vary depending on the needs of the clients and the firm. Additional voluntary benefits programs include:

First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, covered by the firm
TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm
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To apply, send your resume and cover letter to DWTSurge Recruiter, Dayna Browne, at daynabrowne@dwt.com. We are not accepting third party submissions for this opportunity.

We are an AmLaw 100 law firm with eleven offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have, and can see, paths to success. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. Learn more about the firm’s commitment to DEI here: www.dwt.com/dei.

In order to support our effort to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive law firm, we request that you voluntarily provide demographic data. All self-reported demographic information is stored securely in a manner that is compliant with DWT’s privacy and security policies and is only accessible by authorized members of the Talent Acquisition and HR Departments; it is not shared with any of the hiring decision-makers.

It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws. To review our Anti-Harassment Policy, click on this URL, https://www.dwt.com/-/media/files/policyagainstharassmentdiscrimination.pdf?la=en&hash=66A1B0095748A5E76B0B8A00773F5246.

As an equal opportunity employer, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel. Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for specialty occupation petitions are displayed electronically in accordance with notice requirements pursuant to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, and public access files are available pursuant to regulation. See 20 CFR § 655.734, 655.760.

Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email humanresources@dwt.com.

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