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Patent Prosecution Associate/Patent Agent - Electrical Engineering, Software, Computer Science - Multiple Offices
 Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP | |
life insurance, 401(k)
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 United States, South Carolina, Columbia | |
| 1221 Main Street (Show on map) | |
 Jan 09, 2025 | |
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Description & Requirements Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP is seeking an Associate or Patent Agent to join the Patent Prosecution & Litigation Practice Group on the Electrical Engineering & Software Team in any office. Candidates must have IP experience with drafting and patent prosecution and a background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar. Design engineering experience with a chip company is a plus. Preference for candidates with networking, software, 3G/4G/5G wireless network, or the like.
Associate and Patent Agent candidates must be admitted to the USPTO and have 2-6 years of legal experience. Associate candidates must be licensed to practice law or have the ability to become licensed as soon as possible in the state in which they will work. Bar licensure in California is a plus. Candidates must have outstanding written and oral communication skills, excellent academic credentials, and strong organizational and analytical abilities.
Womble Bond Dickinson is committed to leadership in attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce of highly talented professionals. Please apply through our online portal and submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample. We will review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you if there is interest in moving forward with your candidacy. Direct inquiries regarding this opportunity to Christy Olsen (Christy.Olsen@wbd-us.com).
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer.
The national average salary range for this Associate role is $205,000-$305,000. The national average salary range for this Patent Agent role is $99,600-$145,800. Starting salary will be determined based on location, qualifications and experience.
Womble Bond Dickinson offers competitive compensation and in addition, we offer a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and Paid Days Off "PDO"/Vacation. A discretionary bonus may be available based on performance.
Candidates are not required to submit age-related information and may redact any personally identifiable information on their application materials including but are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. This position does not have a fixed deadline. The posting will remain open until the position is filled and all necessary due diligence has been completed for the selected candidate. You can find jobs in our UK offices by clicking here | |