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Offer: Patent Attorney (Partner Track) ? Law Firm ? AI Focus – Seattle, WA or Hybrid:Job description:Patent Attorney (Partner Track) - Law Firm - AI Focus – Seattle, WA or HybridOctober 2, 2024- US - Northwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - AttorneyIPkey PLLC seeks an exceptional patent attorney to join our team serving a select group of high-growth clients. We are a technology-augmented prosecution and strategy firm at our core, and we partner with world-class monetization and litigation counsel on a mission-by-mission basis. Our corporate clients are leaders in their fields, including: industrial robotics, consumer products, and instruments. We expect to establish a long term relationship and offer a transparent pathway to partnership. This position is perfect for high performing individuals seeking a step change in their legal career. In this position, you will: » develop strong relationships with client executives (President, CTO, Directors) » focus on driving results for 4-5 clients » expand your practice to different aspects of IP value (e.g., portfolio development, monetization, litigation, defense) » collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of legal and technical professionals » influence the firm's direction Essential qualifications include: » a USPTO registration number in good standing » member of at least one state bar in good standing » a degree in engineering, computer science, or physics » 3-7 years of legal practice, including at least 2-3 years in private practice » a strong prosecution foundation (50+ applications written) » Candidates must demonstrate practice writing patent applications for technologies applying artificial intelligence and/or applying AI in an industrial or academic capacity. Information technology is essential that candidates understand: AI architectures, particularly deep learning architectures including transformers; machine learning methodologies including classification and regression; and data preprocessing and feature engineering techniques. » owner's mentality Responsibilities for this multidisciplinary function include: In support of portfolio development programs: » master our clients' products, services, and patent portfolios » lead invention disclosure meetings and sync calls with clients » counsel clients on IP strategy, including patents and trade secrets » formulate international filing strategies aligned with the clients' strategic goals » draft and prosecute utility patent applications primarily in relation to autonomous robotics, consumer products (utility + design), and bioengineering instruments » efficiently manage foreign associates » conduct competitive analysis and prior art searching » prepare claim charts mapping client claims onto competing products » prepare portfolio updates and budget forecasts » conduct due diligence responsive to investor requests » regular travel to client sites (approximately 10-15% travel) In support of monetization programs: » with the guidance of technical advisors, prepare claim charts for electrical and communications technologies, including wireless and semiconductor technologies » assert claim charts in technical discussions with counterparties » formulate rebuttals to invalidity and noninfringement defenses raised by counterparties » support litigation counsel by preparing and reviewing pleadings, briefings, infringement contentions, and working with expert witnesses (*NOTE* this is not a traditional litigation function) » support reverse engineering projects What We Offer: Expected annual compensation for this function will total $250,000 - $300,000 (income + objective bonus). We expect to create a long term relationship and offer a transparent pathway to partnership. To help you deliver your best possible work product, you will be trained on best-in-class prosecution tools, including Rowan Patents and Black Hills AI. We will consider on-site, hybrid, and remote work arrangements on a case-by-case basis. Qualified candidates: please email your resume, undergraduate and law school transcripts, and patent writing samples demonstrating AI practice to recruiting@ipkey.law. Additional Info Employer Type: Law Firm Job Job location: Seattle, WA or Hybrid Skills:
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