Patent Attorney

Patent Attorney PositionStinson LLP is seeking a highly motivated patent attorney to join its Irvine, California office. At Stinson, we believe complex legal challenges are best approached with sharp insight and creative solutions. With over 500 attorneys in 16 offices nationwide, we take pride in our collaborative approach, our lasting relationships and our unique perspectives. Stinson clients are diverse—ranging from individuals to universities to start-up technology companies to large publicly traded industry leaders.Stinson's patent attorneys advise companies on every aspect of intellectual property law, including patent protection and strategy, enforcement and client counseling. We also defend clients against claims of infringement.The major clients that we advise include companies in the following industries: medical devices; consumer devices; transportation; construction; agribusiness; sports and recreation; cannabis; heat, ventilating and air conditioning; infrastructure protection and repair; manufacturing equipment; and electrical and fiber optic connectors.This position's responsibilities would include drafting and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications in the fields of electrical engineering, computer science, and software-implemented business methods, drafting and reviewing intellectual property and technology related agreements and licenses, and providing patentability, freedom to operate, and due diligence assessments.QualificationsJuris Doctor, higher degree, or equivalent in Law7+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution in the electrical arts.Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Physics, or related degree and/or work experienceExcellent academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills are required.Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task efficiently and be an independent thinker.U.S. Patent & Trademark Office registration.Licensed to practice law in California.Applicants should provide a resume, cover letter, undergraduate transcripts, law school transcripts, and a technical writing sample. Please submit your application by no later than 45 days following the posted date. Applications received after this date may not be considered.At Stinson LLP, we are committed to the success of our attorneys. We are equally committed to providing competitive, affordable health and wellness benefits to help take care of yourself and your family, including:Medical, dental, and vision health plansMedical savings accountsFirm-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness ProgramEmployer-paid life insurance and AD&DShort- and long-term disability benefitsGenerous paid time off for holidays, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, and attorney leave for various reasons, including birth or adoption of a child and personal and/or family health; generous paid military leavePaid bar dues, approved bar association memberships and CLE expensesExcellent work-life programs, including service bonuses, back-up child and elder care, and employee discount programOur attorney compensation structure has two components: (1) a base salary and (2) a discretionary merit bonus based on performance. The salary range for this role is $200,000 – $250,000. The salary range for this position is based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, and location. The range is provided as an initial approximation at the time of posting and may vary based on the individual's unique qualifications and experience.Stinson LLP is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply to be considered for open positions. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. We conduct criminal background checks on all individuals offered employment. Information gathered through applicant voluntary self-identification will be used for statistical reporting and to measure the effectiveness of our EEO outreach efforts. All information is requested on a voluntary basis and will be kept confidential. We will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the Stinson LLP application process should contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.