- Prepare and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications in electrical engineering–related technologies, including semiconductor devices, chip architecture, and integrated circuits.
- Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and landscape analyses to support client counseling and strategic IP decisions.
- Collaborate closely with clients, inventors, and in-house teams to understand technical innovations and align patent strategy with business objectives.
- Respond to office actions, manage ongoing prosecution matters, and maintain a well-organized docket.
- Work closely with other attorneys, patent agents, and staff to ensure efficient workflow, high-quality work product, and consistent client service.
- Support the development and protection of client IP portfolios through clear communication, sound judgment, and practical recommendations.
- 3 to 5 years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
- Excellent legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong academic credentials
- Admission to practice and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- USPTO registration required
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
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Patent Attorney – Electrical Engineering Associate - Seattle - Seed IP Law Group

21 hours ago
Description
Seed IP Law Group is seeking a patent attorney with an electrical engineering background with three to five years of patent drafting and prosecution experience in a law firm, in-house, or with a university tech transfer department. The ideal candidate will hold an undergraduate or advanced degree in electrical engineering and have experience with semiconductor technologies, chip architecture, or other integrated circuit-related subject matters.
Responsibilities include:
Qualifications:
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this position is $200,000 to $240,000, depending on experience, with eligibility for a performance-based bonus. Seed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with match and profit sharing; flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation; an annual wellness benefit; access to a mindfulness app; and employee assistance programs. This hybrid role requires in-office presence two days per week.
About Seed IP
Seed IP Law Group is a leading intellectual property law firm based in Seattle. It provides comprehensive legal assistance in all areas of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and unfair competition, confidential information, due diligence, intellectual property licensing, and all related litigation. Seed IP's clients range in size from individuals and start-up companies to established multinational corporations in alternative energy, biotechnology, chemistry, consumer products and services, electronics and semiconductors, engineering, medical devices, nanotechnology, pharmaceuticals, software and internet, and telecommunications.
Seed IP Law Group is ranked nationally by Best Law Firms in four practice areas and ranked regionally in five practice areas. Seed IP has been recognized as one of Washington State's Best Workplaces and among the top 10 law firms (with 100 or fewer attorneys) nationally for its minority representation in its attorney ranks.
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Seed Intellectual Property Law Group participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all new hires.
Applicant Information
Application materials may be retained by Seed Intellectual Property Law Group and considered for future employment opportunities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you prefer that we do not retain your information, please email us to request removal.
Seed IP Law Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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