Patent Associate (#962) - Denver

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. For Denver applicants only: The salary range for this position is $210,000 - $300,000. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including 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. 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 Benefits

Dorsey's benefits package includes: Comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender‑affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan Basic and optional life insurance Short and long‑term disability Flexible time off Up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave with up to an additional 6–8 weeks of paid short‑term disability for attorneys who give birth Paid holidays Adoption assistance Healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre‑tax reimbursement accounts Back‑up child and elder care program Education and college advising program Virtual tutoring Wellbeing programs and activities Mass transit program (certain offices) Travel assistance program 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost Where applicable, attorneys may be eligible for a discretionary bonus and/or a productivity bonus, clerkship bonus, relocation expenses, and bar review expenses First‑year associates are also eligible for a salary advance and bar review stipend (some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria and may result in taxable income to the recipient) Equal Employment Opportunity

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. Dorsey participates in E‑Verify. About Dorsey

Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912 as a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner. With locations across the United States as well as Canada, Europe and Asia, Dorsey provides an integrated, dedicated approach to its clients' legal and business needs. Dorsey's diverse client base includes more than one‑third of Fortune 100 companies. Key Industries

Banking and Financial Institutions Development and Infrastructure Energy & Natural Resources Food, Beverage & Agribusiness Healthcare Technology Among Dorsey's many distinguished alumni are U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun, noted law professor and scholar William Prosser, Minnesota's first woman judge Betty Washburn, former U.S. Vice President and Ambassador to Japan Walter Mondale, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, former Corporation Counsel of the City of New York Zachary Carter, and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Recognition

Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab) Best Law Firms for Women (Seramount) 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign) Top 100 Adoption‑Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption) How to Apply

Dorsey accepts online applications at https://www.dorsey.com/careers. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious‑based accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy, and lactation‑related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation in connection with the application or interview processes, or you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612‑492‑5033. We are accepting applications for this position until December 31, 2025. Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening. #LI‑Hybrid

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