Mid-Level to Senior Computer Hardware & Software Patent Litigation Associate

Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP in Boston seeks a patent professional with strong inter partes review (IPR) experience before the PTAB. The candidate will help clients protect software, electronics, and telecommunications innovations.

A solid technical background is essential, with a bachelor’s degree in CS, CE, EE, or related field; USPTO registration is preferred. This role is part of the Electrical and Computer Technology practice within the firm’s AI, Electronics, and

Qualifications

• Solid experience with inter partes review (IPR) proceedings before the PTAB.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• USPTO registration number is preferred.

Skills

IPR experience

PTAB experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE or related field

Job description

Overview

• Requires solid experience specifically in inter partes review (IPR) proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).
• Mandatory Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• USPTO registration number is preferred.
• Finnegan's Electrical and Computer Technology practice operates within its broader AI, Electronics, and Information Technology focus.
• The firm advises clients across computer hardware and software, information technology, the Internet, and telecommunications on developing, patenting, and licensing technologies.
• The Electrical and Computer Technology team consists of approximately 100 professionals, many with industry experience and relevant technical degrees, covering technologies such as LEDs, DSL, microchips, networking, and GPS.