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Dorsey & Whitney Patent Associate (#867) in Denver, Colorado
Dorsey's Patent group is seeking an associate in Salt Lake City or Denver with two to four years of experience and a technical background in mechanical engineering, materials science, physics or a related field. 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 transacti
The following qualifications are required: -USPTO and Utah or Colorado bar admission -Two to four years of patent attorney or agent experience; -Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or equivalent; and -Strong academic performance and writing ability.
For Denver applicants only: The salary range for this position is $200,000 - $235,000. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, 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 opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); Dorsey & Whitney 401(K) Retirement and Savings Plan; 15 weeks of paid parental leave, plus an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for lawyers who give birth; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; education and college advising programs; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; an
Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive work environment. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community.
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