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    Patent Agent - Palo Alto, United States - DLA Piper

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    DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer.

    All applicants will be treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by law.

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    About Us

    DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm.

    Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career.

    Let's see what we can achieve. Together.

    Job Description Summary


    DLA Piper is seeking a Patent Agent with 2-5 years of experience to join its Intellectual Property and Technology Practice Group, Patent Development and Strategy Subgroup for our Boston, Philadelphia, DC, Reston, San Diego, Palo Alto or Seattle office.

    We prefer candidates with immediately transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools as well as prior experience in a large or mid-sized law firm.

    Background in life sciences and in particular biotechnology, registration with the USPTO and advanced degree, prefer PhD, in molecular and cellular biology or similar disciplines (excluding chemistry, medical device, or pharmaceutical sciences).

    Candidates who have litigation, opinions, licensing, patent due diligence, and/or trademark experience are preferred, but not required.

    Interested candidates should apply online.

    In addition to submitting a resume, please submit the following writing samples:
    at least one application to the USPTO and at least one response to the USPTO.

    Application Process

    Please apply online if you are a direct applicant. Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.

    If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or if you have any questions about the process, please contact legalrecruiting- Please add to your list of safe senders.


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    Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm's agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please request an invitation to submit candidates to the portal from legalrecruiting- If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to legalrecruiting-General & Essential Job Expectations

    While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:


    • Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
    • Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
    • Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
    • Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
    • Foster positive work relationships;
    • Comply with all firm policies and practices;
    • Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
    • Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
    Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.


    Requirements:

    • 2-5 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications
    • A degree in molecular biology
    • Registration with the USPTO
    Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements

    Sedentary work:

    Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

    Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

    Work Environment

    Hybrid with some in-office expectations or remote (as appropriate)

    Some travel required

    Pay Transparency


    The expected annual pay range for this position, if hired to work in California is $120,000 - $225,000 per year.

    The compensation offered to a candidate selected for employment will be dependent upon various factors, including the candidate's geographic market, skills, educational and professional background, experience, and overall qualifications.

    We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

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