Patent Prosecution Patent Agent - Junior to Midlevel

Ashurst Perkins Coie Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP, a leading international law firm, seeks a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent in Seattle to support life sciences clients on US and foreign patent matters. This role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications and advising on patent strategy.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of prosecution experience, an advanced life sciences degree, and USPTO admission, with a collaborative approach in a firm that values client service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of patent prosecution experience with life sciences clients.
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology.
• Must be admitted to the USPTO.
• Experience with US and foreign patent office practice, opinions, due diligence, licensing, and litigation support.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute patent applications and manage life sciences patent portfolios.
• Provide opinions, due diligence, licensing, and litigation support.
• Counsel clients on a range of life sciences projects.
• Practice before USPTO and foreign patent offices.

Skills

Patent prosecution experience

Drafting patent applications

Life sciences expertise

USPTO admitted

Education

Advanced degree in life sciences

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 Patent Agent in multiple offices. We have created a firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients and mutual respect.

We are seeking a patent agent 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.

Salary Range: $150,000 to $225,000