Latitude is seeking a Senior Patent Prosecution Attorney for a permanent placement opportunity with a highly regarded and growing intellectual property boutique in Southern California. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced patent attorney who enjoys managing sophisticated patent portfolios, serving as a trusted advisor to innovative technology companies and leading research universities, and developing intellectual property strategies that support both commercialization and enforcement objectives.
The successful attorney will serve as the primary relationship attorney for key clients while leading the prosecution and strategic management of high-value domestic and international patent portfolios. This position offers extensive client contact, significant autonomy, meaningful mentorship opportunities, and the ability to work alongside an accomplished team of intellectual property practitioners on cutting-edge technologies. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Pasadena, California.
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4+ years of patent prosecution experience
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Bachelor’s, Master’s, or advanced degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline
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J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
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Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
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Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
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Experience managing sophisticated U.S. and international patent portfolios
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Experience prosecuting patent families involved in inter partes review (IPR), patent litigation, and/or licensing matters
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Experience serving as the primary relationship attorney for sophisticated technology clients is strongly preferred
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Technical experience involving digital signal processing, image signal processing, or related technologies is a plus
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Excellent analytical, drafting, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
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Outstanding professional references
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Serve as the primary relationship attorney for industry and university clients
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Lead the prosecution and strategic management of sophisticated U.S. and international patent portfolios
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Develop patent prosecution strategies aligned with clients’ licensing, commercialization, and enforcement objectives
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Draft and prosecute patent applications involving complex technologies
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Prepare responses to USPTO Office Actions, conduct examiner interviews, and manage appeals as appropriate
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Analyze prior art, litigation records, and invalidity positions to strengthen patent protection
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Prepare and review claim charts supporting infringement, licensing, and enforcement efforts
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Mentor junior attorneys and patent agents while collaborating across legal and technical teams
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Build trusted relationships with inventors, in-house counsel, research institutions, and business stakeholders
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Serve as the lead attorney for sophisticated technology companies and leading research universities
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Manage high-value patent portfolios with meaningful strategic responsibility
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Work on patent matters that directly impact licensing, commercialization, and enforcement initiatives
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Join a collaborative intellectual property boutique that values initiative, expertise, and long-term professional growth
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Enjoy significant client interaction, autonomy, and opportunities to mentor junior practitioners
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Competitive compensation, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package featuring 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, together with a 401(k), paid time off, and CLE support
Type of Role: Permanent Placement – Law Firm
Schedule: Full-Time
Location: On-Site (Pasadena, California)
Pay: The salary range for this position is $160,000 to $180,000+, depending upon experience, qualifications, technical background, and overall fit. This position is also eligible for performance-based bonuses. Pay is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, work experience, qualifications, credentials, technical expertise, and location.
Benefits: In addition to a competitive salary and bonus opportunity, the firm provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k), paid time off, CLE support, and additional professional development resources.
Latitude will not propose you to prospective employers without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Latitude is a full-service legal talent company serving corporate legal departments and law firms nationwide. From Fortune Global 100 companies to start-ups and Global 50 law firms to boutiques, clients turn to Latitude for top-tier attorneys and other legal professionals.
Latitude specializes in placing highly skilled attorneys and legal professionals in both permanent and contract positions across dozens of practice areas, including intellectual property, commercial transactions, litigation, employment, healthcare, privacy, M&A, and more.
Founded in 2013, Latitude is a Chambers & Partners globally ranked legal staffing company.
Outstanding legal professionals choose Latitude because of our deep market knowledge, extensive client relationships, and commitment to matching exceptional attorneys and legal professionals with outstanding long-term career opportunities. Our own practice experience enables us to understand both the legal and interpersonal qualities that contribute to long-term success.
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