Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Overview
Dorsey’s Patent group is seeking an associate in Salt Lake City, Denver, Minneapolis, Seattle, or Boise with two to seven years of experience and a technical background in mechanical engineering, materials science, physics or chemical engineering/chemistry. You will join an exceptional team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and business professionals servicing a wide array of clients – from large multinational corporations to entrepreneurs and innovative startup companies. You will have responsibility for an active docket of patent prosecution matters – from drafting applications through all phases of domestic and foreign patent prosecution. You will have the opportunity to counsel clients on patent strategy, and gain exposure to conducting searches and preparing patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions. In our general practice firm, there are also opportunities to support litigation and transactional practices.
Responsibilities
Manage an active docket of patent prosecution matters from drafting applications through all phases of domestic and foreign patent prosecution. Counsel clients on patent strategy and conduct searches. Prepare patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions. Support litigation and transactional practices as needed.
Qualifications
USPTO and Utah, Colorado, Minnesota, Washington, or Idaho bar admission Two to seven years of patent attorney or agent experience Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering/Chemistry or equivalent Strong academic performance and writing ability Portfolio management experience
Salary and Benefits
For Seattle applicants only: The salary range is $215,000 - $315,000. Pay is based on depth of experience. Associates may elect a lower billable-hours track with a proportional salary reduction. Associates may participate in Dorsey’s associate bonus program, subject to program conditions and restrictions. Dorsey offers a collaborative environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability insurance, flexible time off, parental leave, holidays, adoption assistance, pre-tax accounts, and more. Some benefits are subject to eligibility and may be taxable.
Non-discrimination
You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.
About Dorsey
Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912. With locations across the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia, Dorsey provides an integrated approach to its clients\' legal and business needs. Dorsey’s diverse client base includes more than one-third of Fortune 100 companies.
Industries and Practice Focus
Banking and Financial Institutions Development and Infrastructure Energy & Natural Resources Food, Beverage & Agribusiness Healthcare Technology
How to Apply
We are accepting online applications at https://www.dorsey.com/careers. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation. Dorsey is committed to disability and religious-based accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy, and lactation-related accommodations. For a reasonable accommodation, contact 612-492-5033.
Application Deadline
We are accepting applications for this position until December 31, 2025.
Seniorirty level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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Dorsey’s Patent group is seeking an associate in Salt Lake City, Denver, Minneapolis, Seattle, or Boise with two to seven years of experience and a technical background in mechanical engineering, materials science, physics or chemical engineering/chemistry. You will join an exceptional team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and business professionals servicing a wide array of clients – from large multinational corporations to entrepreneurs and innovative startup companies. You will have responsibility for an active docket of patent prosecution matters – from drafting applications through all phases of domestic and foreign patent prosecution. You will have the opportunity to counsel clients on patent strategy, and gain exposure to conducting searches and preparing patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions. In our general practice firm, there are also opportunities to support litigation and transactional practices.
Responsibilities
Manage an active docket of patent prosecution matters from drafting applications through all phases of domestic and foreign patent prosecution. Counsel clients on patent strategy and conduct searches. Prepare patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions. Support litigation and transactional practices as needed.
Qualifications
USPTO and Utah, Colorado, Minnesota, Washington, or Idaho bar admission Two to seven years of patent attorney or agent experience Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering/Chemistry or equivalent Strong academic performance and writing ability Portfolio management experience
Salary and Benefits
For Seattle applicants only: The salary range is $215,000 - $315,000. Pay is based on depth of experience. Associates may elect a lower billable-hours track with a proportional salary reduction. Associates may participate in Dorsey’s associate bonus program, subject to program conditions and restrictions. Dorsey offers a collaborative environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability insurance, flexible time off, parental leave, holidays, adoption assistance, pre-tax accounts, and more. Some benefits are subject to eligibility and may be taxable.
Non-discrimination
You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.
About Dorsey
Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912. With locations across the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia, Dorsey provides an integrated approach to its clients\' legal and business needs. Dorsey’s diverse client base includes more than one-third of Fortune 100 companies.
Industries and Practice Focus
Banking and Financial Institutions Development and Infrastructure Energy & Natural Resources Food, Beverage & Agribusiness Healthcare Technology
How to Apply
We are accepting online applications at https://www.dorsey.com/careers. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation. Dorsey is committed to disability and religious-based accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy, and lactation-related accommodations. For a reasonable accommodation, contact 612-492-5033.
Application Deadline
We are accepting applications for this position until December 31, 2025.
Seniorirty level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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