Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Patent Associate (#962) - Minneapolis
Dorsey & Whitney LLP, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
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Dorsey & Whitney LLP . 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
Handle 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 within the firm’s general practice. Qualifications
USPTO and Utah, Colorado, Minnesota, Washington, or Idaho bar admission Two to seven years of patent attorney or agent experience Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering/Chemistry or equivalent Strong academic performance and writing ability Portfolio management experience Compensation and Benefits
For Minneapolis applicants only: The salary range for this position is $210,000 - $300,000. Pay is determined based on depth of experience in the practice area. Associates are eligible to participate in Dorsey’s associate bonus program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions. Dorsey offers a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive compensation and excellent benefits. Benefits include: comprehensive medical insurance with infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers; dental, vision, 401(k) plan; life insurance; disability coverage; flexible time off; paid parental leave; holidays; adoption assistance; pre-tax reimbursement accounts; back-up child and elder care; education and college advising; virtual tutoring; wellbeing programs; mass transit program; travel assistance; and an employee assistance program. Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria and may result in taxable income. First-year associates may receive a salary advance and bar review stipend. We are an equal opportunity employer. Dorsey participates in E-Verify. About Dorsey
Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912. With locations across the United States as well as 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. How to Apply
Dorsey accepts online applications at https://www.dorsey.com/careers. We do not accept materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. If you require accommodations, please contact us at 612-492-5033. Applications are being accepted until December 31, 2025. We are not currently accepting search firm submissions for this opening.
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Patent Associate (#962) - Minneapolis
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Dorsey & Whitney LLP . 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
Handle 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 within the firm’s general practice. Qualifications
USPTO and Utah, Colorado, Minnesota, Washington, or Idaho bar admission Two to seven years of patent attorney or agent experience Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering/Chemistry or equivalent Strong academic performance and writing ability Portfolio management experience Compensation and Benefits
For Minneapolis applicants only: The salary range for this position is $210,000 - $300,000. Pay is determined based on depth of experience in the practice area. Associates are eligible to participate in Dorsey’s associate bonus program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions. Dorsey offers a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive compensation and excellent benefits. Benefits include: comprehensive medical insurance with infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers; dental, vision, 401(k) plan; life insurance; disability coverage; flexible time off; paid parental leave; holidays; adoption assistance; pre-tax reimbursement accounts; back-up child and elder care; education and college advising; virtual tutoring; wellbeing programs; mass transit program; travel assistance; and an employee assistance program. Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria and may result in taxable income. First-year associates may receive a salary advance and bar review stipend. We are an equal opportunity employer. Dorsey participates in E-Verify. About Dorsey
Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912. With locations across the United States as well as 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. How to Apply
Dorsey accepts online applications at https://www.dorsey.com/careers. We do not accept materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. If you require accommodations, please contact us at 612-492-5033. Applications are being accepted until December 31, 2025. We are not currently accepting search firm submissions for this opening.
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