IP Law Apprenticeship: Engineering Technical Advisor

Oakland University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 103,500 - 126,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-end bonus eligibility

Firm-funded law school program

Job summary

A full-service IP law firm is seeking Technical Advisors in San Jose to work closely with attorneys on patent-related projects. This apprenticeship-style role aims to build a foundation for a career in intellectual property law, providing opportunities for proactive candidates with strong analytical and communication skills. Starting salary is $115,000 with bonus eligibility, along with a firm-funded part-time law school program.

Qualifications

• Eligible to become a registered patent agent before the USPTO.
• Strong academic record and background in telecommunications, semiconductors, or circuit design a plus.

Responsibilities

• Meet with inventors to discuss and protect innovations.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Assist clients in asserting and defending IP rights.
• Conduct competitive landscape analyses.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Project ownership

Education

Advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or applied physics

Job description

A full-service IP law firm is seeking Technical Advisors in San Jose to work closely with attorneys on patent-related projects. This apprenticeship-style role aims to build a foundation for a career in intellectual property law, providing opportunities for proactive candidates with strong analytical and communication skills. Starting salary is $115,000 with bonus eligibility, along with a firm-funded part-time law school program.