Intellectual Property Attorney

TechMind RPO; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm is seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Intellectual Property Associate specializing in Life Sciences. Candidates should have a J.D. from an accredited law school and 1–5 years of experience in patent prosecution. Strong scientific and technical writing skills are essential. This full-time role focuses on patent prosecution and strategic IP counseling for sophisticated clients. It offers a chance to work across various locations, including Chicago and Orange County.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in patent prosecution in life sciences.
• USPTO registration / Patent Bar required for prosecution-focused candidates.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Scientific and technical writing

Education

J.D. from a U.S. accredited law school

Job description

Job Title

Intellectual Property – Life Sciences Associate (Junior to Mid-Level)

Experience

1–5 years

Locations

• Chicago, IL
• Houston, TX
• Orange County, CA
• Philadelphia, PA
• Seattle, WA
• Washington, DC

Practice Focus

• Patent prosecution and portfolio management
• Strategic IP counseling for sophisticated clients

Key Requirements

• J.D. from a U.S. accredited law school
• 1–5 years of patent prosecution experience in life sciences
• USPTO registration / Patent Bar (required for prosecution-focused candidates)
• Strong scientific and technical writing background

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Law Practice, Legal Services, and Professional Services