Patent Prosecution Associate—Mechanical/Biomedical

Fortem IP LLP; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical coverage

401(k) with match and profit sharing

Subsidized parking and transportation

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Fortem IP LLP in Seattle is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate with 2 to 4 years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution. Candidates must have a degree in mechanical or biomedical engineering, excellent communication skills, and an ability to thrive in a collaborative environment. The role offers a salary ranging from $160,000 to $240,000, with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as 401(k) matching and profit sharing.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm.
• Undergraduate degree in a technical field; advanced degree is preferred.
• Excellent legal analysis, writing, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications.
• Respond to office actions and manage prosecution matters.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Collaborate with clients and in-house teams on patent strategy.
• Support the development of client IP portfolios.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Legal analysis

Writing skills

Verbal communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering or biomedical engineering

Advanced degree or equivalent industry experience

Job description

Fortem IP LLP in Seattle is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate with 2 to 4 years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution. Candidates must have a degree in mechanical or biomedical engineering, excellent communication skills, and an ability to thrive in a collaborative environment. The role offers a salary ranging from $160,000 to $240,000, with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as 401(k) matching and profit sharing.