Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney – Junior to Midlevel

Ashurst Perkins Coie; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie in Los Angeles seeks a Patent Prosecution Junior Associate with at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience in life sciences. The role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications, U.S.

and foreign patent office practice, and providing opinions, due diligence, licensing, and litigation support on life sciences projects. Applicants must have an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field and be USPTO-registered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years patent prosecution experience in life sciences.
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Admitted to the USPTO.

Responsibilities

• Handle U.S. and foreign patent office practice.
• Provide opinions, due diligence, and licensing support.
• Support litigation and client counseling on life sciences projects.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Life sciences

Education

Advanced degree in biology/chemistry/biotech

Job description

Job Description

One of Fortune's Best Places to Work, Ashurst Perkins Coie, US LLP, a leading international law firm, is seeking a Patent Prosecution Junior Associate in the Los Angeles office. We have created a firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients and mutual respect.

We are seeking an associate with at least 2 years of patent prosecution experience working with life sciences clients. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials, experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications and an advanced degree in a biology, chemistry or a biotechnical discipline. The position will entail U.S. and foreign patent office practice as well as opinion work, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling on a variety of life sciences focused projects. Candidates must be admitted to the USPTO.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive working environment while handling sophisticated matters at both a local and a national level. Follow our Linked In Page or view the Firm Overview on our website for more information.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid Holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

Annual Compensation Range: $235,000 to 365,000

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.