Patent Attorney/Agent

Company: Lee & Hayes, PC
Location: Seattle
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

Lee & Hayes is a leading national IP law firm at the intersection of business, law and technology. We are currently seeking an Associate Patent Attorney to work out of our Austin, Texas office. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in our highly-regarded practice, while living in one of the most desirable areas of the country.--Primary responsibilities for this position will include preparing and prosecuting patent applications across a variety of technology areas, with a focus on computer-implemented methods in insurance, financial technologies and e-commerce, medical devices, autonomous vehicles, heavy machinery, and optics.--Responsibilities may also include managing foreign prosecution and rendering opinions to clients.--The position requires extensive interaction with in-house attorneys, inventors, and firm attorneys.----UNIQUE LAW FIRMLee & Hayes provides a unique corporate culture that fosters a collegial atmosphere, encourages camaraderie, community outreach, and work-life balance. Health and wellness initiatives are coordinated year-round and include quarterly wellness activities, healthy snacks in the office, and availability of stand-up work stations for each employee. Members of the Lee & Hayes team are highly-accomplished individuals who take pride in their work, community, and families. Lee & Hayes provides an excellent compensation and benefits package, is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.In addition to consistent recognition as a leading patent prosecution firm and best employer, Lee & Hayes:--Offers a comprehensive suite of IP counseling services including analytics-driven portfolio analysis, licensing negotiations, and freedom to operate analysis.Provides litigation and corporate services ranging from business formation, mergers and acquisitions, and FDA/regulatory counseling.-------------------Is consistently recognized as one of the nation's highest-quality patent law firms across a broad spectrum of industry sectors and by organizations such as Intellectual Property Management (IAM) 300 & 1000, U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers--, Super Lawyers--, Best Places to Work Inland Northwest.-------------------Culturally, is more like a "high-tech company of lawyers" than a law firm.QUALIFICATIONS:--Successful candidates will have a USPTO registration number, and three or more years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.--Expertise in software applications, machine learning, artificial intelligence, augmented/virtual reality, and/or optics is highly desired.--Seeking candidates with degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical backgrounds.CONTACT: For confidential consideration, please submit a cover letter and your resume to hr@leehayes.com.--If you are currently living in another area, please share with us the reasons for your interest in the Austin office (e.g., to be closer to family, you grew up in the area, you received your undergraduate or graduate degree from a local university, you enjoy the weather the region offers, etc.).

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