Patent Prosecution Attorney – Software & Advanced Technologies | Seattle, WA | Alternati

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3 year Patent Prosecution Attorney – Software & Advanced Technologies | Seattle, WA | Alternative Track Role

A leading intellectual property law firm is seeking a USPTO-registered patent prosecution attorney in Seattle. This role focuses on sophisticated software and technology matters with a reduced billable requirement.

This Amlaw firm specializes in intellectual property and is committed to providing its associates with both a positive work environment and sophisticated work. Flexible scheduling and pro-bono work are aspects highly valued by the firm. This firm has also obtained its second perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation s Corporate Equality Index as "Best Place to Work" for LGBT equality.

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A highly respected intellectual property law firm is seeking a full-time patent prosecution team attorney for its Seattle, Washington office. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys with experience preparing and prosecuting software-related patent applications who are seeking an alternative to the traditional partnership-track model while continuing to work on technically complex and intellectually rewarding matters.

The role is designed for patent attorneys who value high-quality work, client interaction, and collaboration, while also benefiting from a lower billable hour requirement. Attorneys in this position support a wide range of innovative clients and technologies and are trusted with significant responsibility in managing patent portfolios and advising on strategic intellectual property decisions.

• Prepare and prosecute software-related patent applications before the USPTO
• Draft patent specifications, claims, and responses to Office Actions
• Develop and manage patent portfolios aligned with client business objectives
• Provide strategic counseling on patentability, prosecution strategy, and portfolio development
• Collaborate with attorneys, agents, and technical specialists on complex matters
• Stay current with developments in patent law and emerging technologies

• Minimum of three (3) years of patent prosecution experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail with excellent legal writing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently while collaborating effectively with a team

• Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a closely related field

• Experience with software-related technologies such as cloud computing, cybersecurity and encryption, artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, mobile applications, databases, and networking is strongly preferred
• Ability to understand complex technical concepts and translate them into clear and effective patent claims

This role offers exposure to a premier intellectual property practice that emphasizes both technical excellence and attorney well-being. The firm is known for providing meaningful work, strong professional support, and flexibility in how attorneys build their careers. Attorneys in this role benefit from a collegial environment, access to cutting-edge technologies, and opportunities to contribute to high-impact patent portfolios without the pressure of traditional partnership-track expectations.

• Alternative career path with lower billable hour requirements
• Focus on sophisticated software and emerging technology patents
• Opportunity to work closely with innovative clients across industries
• Emphasis on work quality, collaboration, and long-term sustainability
• This position is actively interviewing and rarely available at this level

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