USPTO-registered attorney with a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Minimum of 3 years of law firm experience
Experience with Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Image Processing, or Autonomous Vehicle technologies
Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to provide transcripts and writing samples upon request
Responsibilities
Draft and prosecute patent applications in cutting-edge technology areas
Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses
Collaborate with inventors and technical teams to understand innovations
Prepare and respond to office actions from the USPTO
Stay updated on legal and technological developments in relevant fields
Benefits
Exposure to cutting-edge technology across various technical fields
Opportunity to work in multiple office locations
Collaborative work environment with technical experts
Professional development opportunities
Engagement with a diverse range of innovative projects
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Kilpatrick’s Electronics & Software Patent Prosecution team seeks an experienced USPTO-registered Associate attorney with a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a closely related field such as Math, Physics, etc. Ideal candidate would have at least 3 years of law firm experience working with Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Image Processing, and/or Autonomous Vehicle technologies.
Applicant must be detail oriented and have strong written and verbal skills. Transcripts and writing samples will be requested. This is an exciting opportunity to be exposed to cutting-edge technology in a wide array of technical fields. Associate to be based in one of the following KTS offices: Atlanta, GA; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Raleigh, NC; Seattle, WA; or Winston-Salem, NC.
About Townsend and Townsend and Crew
Townsend and Townsend and Crew was a law firm based in San Francisco, California. The firm was founded in 1860 and was one of the oldest and largest intellectual property law firms in the United States. The firm provided legal services in the areas of patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and related litigation. In 2009, the firm merged with Kilpatrick Stockton to form Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton.
