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Patent Associate

$205k - $215k

Rutan & Tucker Llp

Patent Associate

A respected California-based law firm with a growing intellectual property practice is seeking a Patent Associate to join its collaborative team. This attorney will work closely with experienced practitioners on a wide range of intellectual property matters for clients ranging from emerging companies to Fortune 500 organizations.

This role offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, strong mentorship, and a realistic path for long-term career growth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on a broad range of intellectual property matters
  • Support intellectual property transactions and portfolio management initiatives
  • Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related agreements
  • Counsel clients regarding patent strategy and protection
  • Collaborate with attorneys, technical professionals, and client stakeholders
  • Assist with domestic and international intellectual property matters
  • Contribute to business development and client service initiatives
Qualifications

Required

  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Active California Bar membership
  • Admission to practice before the USPTO
  • Minimum 3+ years of intellectual property experience
  • Experience handling sophisticated IP matters in a law firm environment
  • Strong academic credentials and legal writing skills

Preferred

  • Experience working with technology, life sciences, or innovative growth companies
  • Strong client counseling and relationship management abilities
  • Experience supporting complex intellectual property transactions
Benefits
  • Highly competitive base salary: $205,000 - $215,000 DOE
  • Competitive annual bonus opportunity
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Generous paid time off and firm-recognized holidays
  • Life and disability insurance coverage
  • CLE, bar dues, and professional membership reimbursement
  • Opportunity to work with a diverse client base ranging from emerging companies to Fortune 500 organizations
  • Collaborative, low-ego culture with direct access to experienced IP practitioners
  • Meaningful client exposure and hands-on responsibility
  • Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
  • Clear path for long-term career growth and partnership consideration
  • Flexible work location arrangements may be considered for qualified candidates
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