Intellectural Property Associate - Patent Attorney

Intellectural Property Associate

Title: Intellectual Property Associate - Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (Hybrid)

Location: Flexible / Multiple Office Locations (Midwest, Washington, DC)

Are you an experienced Patent Attorney looking to elevate your IP career with a top-tier law firm that values true practice variety and growth?

We are seeking a mid- to senior-level Intellectual Property Associate with a strong background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering to join a dynamic, collaborative national IP practice group.

In this role, you won't just be locked into pure patent prosecution. You will collaborate directly with inventors, advise clients on high-level IP strategy, conduct freedom-to-operate studies, and expand your skill set across licensing and IP litigation support.

What You'll Do:

• Draft & Prosecute: Lead all stages of U.S. and foreign patent prosecution, including ex parte appeals, while interviewing inventors to capture cutting-edge technology.

• Strategic Counseling: Conduct validity, infringement, and freedom-to-operate (FTO) studies and prepare comprehensive legal opinion letters.

• Broaden Your Scope: Counsel clients on overall patent strategy, basic licensing, trademarks, and copyright matters, with opportunities to gain litigation and transactional exposure.

• Collaborate: Work closely with partners, senior associates, and support staff to deliver sophisticated case management across complex tech sectors.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: 2 to 5+ years of active patent prosecution and experience.

• Education: J.D. from an accredited law school. A technical degree (B.S./M.S.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related technical field is strongly preferred.

• Credentials: USPTO Registered Patent Practitioner (or Patent Bar eligible) and licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

• Technical Focus: Hands-on experience or deep technical familiarity with computer circuits, multiprocessor design, telecommunications, semiconductor technology, or software architecture.

• Skills: Strong legal writing, superior analytical skills, and a solid understanding of patent litigation procedures (litigation experience is a plus!).

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 08/20/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$155000 - $225000 USD per year