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Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney – Junior to Midlevel

Ashurst Perkins Coie

. Handle U.S. and foreign patent office practice . Perform opinion work, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling . Work on a variety of life sciences-focused projects . Handle sophisticated

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $235,000 - $365,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patent prosecution with a focus on life sciences, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications. Possesses strong analytical skills and the ability to provide client counseling and litigation support.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Patent Prosecution ExperienceLife Sciences FocusDrafting Patent ApplicationsAdmission To The USPTOAdvanced Degree In Biology, Chemistry, Or Biotechnology

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Hard Skills
Patent Office PracticeOpinion WorkDue DiligenceLicensingLitigation SupportClient Counseling
Soft Skills
CollaborationSupportive Working Environment
Certifications & Qualifications
Admission To The USPTO
Industry Keywords
Life SciencesBiologyChemistryBiotechnology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Handle U.S. and foreign patent office practice
  • Perform opinion work, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling
  • Work on a variety of life sciences-focused projects
  • Handle sophisticated matters at local and national levels
  • Collaborate in a supportive working environment

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • At least 2 years of patent prosecution experience working with life sciences clients
  • Excellent academic credentials
  • Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications
  • Advanced degree in a biology, chemistry, or biotechnical discipline
  • Admission to the USPTO
  • Attach a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, graduate/undergraduate transcripts, and a technical writing sample

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • 401(k) plan
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Personal medical and parental leave
  • Up to ten paid Holidays
  • Family care benefits