Patent Prosecution Attorney

Orionplacement; Half Moon Bay (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer. is seeking a patent attorney in Half Moon Bay, CA, offering a flexible hybrid schedule. You will work on drafting and prosecuting U.S.

patent applications, manage matters with minimal supervision, and advise clients on patent strategies across software, electronics, semiconductors, and medical devices. Applicants should have a JD, be admitted to a U.S. bar, and have USPTO registration, with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience and a portable client base preferred.

Qualifications

• JD degree and active admission to a U.S. state bar.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO.
• 3+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience drafting patent applications and responding to USPTO office actions.
• Technical background in engineering, computer science, electronics, or related field.
• Strong legal drafting, analytical, communication, and client management skills.
• Ability to independently manage patent prosecution matters.
• Portable book of business or established client relationships preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. patent applications before the USPTO.
• Independently manage patent prosecution matters, including office actions and portfolio development.
• Advise clients on patent strategies and portfolio management.
• Work with technologies including software, electronics, semiconductors, computer tech, and medical devices.
• Collaborate with inventors, business leaders, and international patent professionals.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to growth of the patent practice.
• Manage deadlines and deliver high-quality legal work with minimal supervision.

Skills

Patent drafting

Office action responses

Legal drafting

Analytical skills

Communication

Client management

Independence

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Active U.S. state bar

USPTO registration

Technical background in engineering/computer science/electronics

Job description

Pay

$150,000.00 - $400,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance and professional independence.


• Work on sophisticated patent matters involving innovative technology, emerging companies, and established businesses.


• Take ownership of your practice with substantial autonomy and the ability to shape your workload.


• Benefit from a compensation model that rewards your individual billings and contributions.


• Join a specialized intellectual property practice where your technical expertise and client relationships are valued.


• Grow your practice while collaborating with experienced patent professionals.

Location

Half Moon Bay, CA | Hybrid

We offer a flexible hybrid work environment that combines the convenience of working remotely with opportunities for in-person collaboration. Enjoy professional independence while staying connected with our team in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Note

We are seeking patent attorneys with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience who can independently manage matters with minimal supervision. Active U.S. attorney licensure and USPTO registration are important qualifications. Attorneys with established client relationships or a portable book of business are especially encouraged to apply.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are a specialized intellectual property law firm helping innovative businesses protect their ideas and build valuable patent portfolios. Our team works with technology companies, startups, and established organizations across a wide range of industries. We offer a collaborative, flexible environment that values independence, professionalism, and strong client relationships.

Job Description

• Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. patent applications before the USPTO.


• Independently manage patent prosecution matters, including office action responses and patent portfolio development.


• Advise clients on patent strategies, intellectual property protection, and portfolio management.


• Work with innovative technologies, including software, electronics, semiconductors, computer technologies, and medical devices.


• Collaborate with inventors, business leaders, and international patent professionals.


• Build strong client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of our patent practice.


• Manage deadlines and deliver high-quality legal work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active admission to at least one U.S. state bar.


• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.


• 3+ years of patent prosecution experience.


• Experience drafting patent applications and responding to USPTO office actions.


• Technical background in engineering, computer science, electronics, or a related field preferred.


• Strong legal drafting, analytical, communication, and client management skills.


• Ability to independently manage patent prosecution matters.


• Portable book of business or established client relationships preferred but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe experienced attorneys do their best work when they have autonomy, meaningful responsibilities, and flexibility. You'll enjoy a supportive hybrid environment, exposure to innovative technologies, and the opportunity to develop your practice while being rewarded for your contributions.

If you're a patent attorney looking for greater independence, engaging legal work, and a team that values your expertise, we'd love to hear from you!

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Benefits

• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Retirement plan


• Vision insurance