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A leading consumer technology company (hardware, software) is seeking a registered Patent Attorney.

The role in particular will include:

• Assist the Patent Development group in conjunction with the business to identify patentable inventions in semiconductor and computer architecture technologies
• Manage outside counsel with the drafting and prosecution of patent applications both domestic and internationally

Scope of Work

• Title: Patent Counsel (Secondment)
• Experience: 7+ Years
• Location: Remote or Hybrid (Cupertino, CA)
• On site 3 days per week preferred, but highly qualified remote only candidates will be considered
• Hours: 40 Hours / Week
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k
• Duration: 6 months
• Start Date: No later than November 1, 2024
• Pay Rate: $90-$110 / hr

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the business to identify patentable inventions in semiconductor and computer architecture technologies.
• Manage outside counsel on drafting and prosecuting patent applications both domestically and internationally.
• Act as a secondee to the Patent Development group at the company, ensuring seamless integration and communication with the internal team.
• Provide strategic advice on patent portfolio development and management.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Assist in patent litigation support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Registered patent attorney or patent agent with a strong background in semiconductor (CS/EE) technologies, silicon; experience with graphics processing helpful, though not required
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in patent law, with a focus on semiconductor and related technologies.
• Experience managing outside counsel and coordinating patent prosecution efforts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Admitted to practice before the USPTO.

Required Experience:

• Registration as a Patent Attorney
• Semiconductor (CS/EE) background