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Procopio is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property practice. We are looking for a technically strong patent professional with experience in electrical engineering, electronics, computer engineering, hardware, software, and related technologies. The position may be filled at the Patent Agent, Associate, Senior Associate, or Special Counsel level depending on experience.
Location: Any Procopio Office / Hybrid
Compensation
The anticipated compensation range is $190,000-$325,000, based on experience, qualifications, technical background, and ability to independently manage sophisticated patent work, including performance-based incentive compensation,
What You’ll Do
- Draft and prosecute sophisticated U.S. patent applications involving electrical, electronics, hardware, software, AI, and related technologies.
- Develop prosecution strategies for 35 U.S.C. § 101 eligibility issues, particularly for software, AI, and computer-implemented inventions.
- Work directly with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel.
- Manage patent matters and portfolios with a high degree of independence.
- Conduct invention harvesting and develop portfolio and prosecution strategies.
- Coordinate international patent prosecution.
- Use AI-assisted patent tools and workflows to improve efficiency and quality.
Qualifications
- Preferably 4+ years of substantive patent drafting and prosecution experience.
- USPTO registration; attorney candidates must also be admitted to a U.S. state bar.
- Technical background in electrical engineering, electronics, computer engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, physics, or a related discipline.
- Strong patent drafting skills and ability to understand complex technologies.
- Meaningful § 101 experience, including drafting applications and claims with eligibility considerations in mind and responding to § 101 rejections.
- Experience with sophisticated technology companies, substantial patent portfolios, and direct interaction with in-house counsel is preferred.
Procopio’s IP practice works at the forefront of innovation, helping emerging technology companies and global industry leaders protect their most important technologies. You will work on cutting-edge technologies, take meaningful ownership of client matters, and collaborate with an experienced team of patent attorneys and agents.
Procopio’s Patent Law group has received a Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking from U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms, and Procopio attorneys and practices are routinely recognized by Chambers and Partners®, Martindale-Hubbell®, and Super Lawyers®. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is an important part of our culture. If you are looking to grow your career with purpose and passion, please apply today.
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch, LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
Procopio is seeking an experienced Senior Intellectual Property Assistant to join its Intellectual Property practice. We are looking for a highly organized IP professional with substantial U.S. patent prosecution experience, strong technical and administrative skills, and experience coordinating international patent prosecution matters. The successful candidate will work closely with attorneys, clients, and foreign associates to manage sophisticated patent portfolios. Experience supporting Asia Pacific (APAC) clients is a strong preference for this role.
Location: Fully Remote, Hybrid, or Office-Based
Permanent remote work is available. Qualified candidates may work fully remotely on a permanent basis, even if they do not live near a Procopio office. Hybrid and office-based arrangements are also available for candidates who prefer them.
Compensation
The anticipated compensation range is $80,000–$125,000, based on experience and qualifications, with additional performance-based bonus opportunities. Candidates with compensation expectations outside this range are encouraged to apply.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare and file U.S. patent applications, Information Disclosure Statements, formal documents, office action responses, issue fees, and other prosecution documents.
- Prepare and file PCT applications and coordinate international patent filings and prosecution with foreign associates.
- Review and report communications from the USPTO, WIPO, and foreign intellectual property offices.
- Support patent prosecution for Asia Pacific clients, including coordination with foreign counsel and client teams.
- Manage prosecution deadlines, prepare docket reports, and maintain accurate electronic records.
- Participate in quality control procedures to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with filing requirements.
- Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and team members to manage high-volume patent portfolios efficiently.
- Provide coverage and support for other IP team members as needed.
- Assist with billing processes and accurately record billable time.
- Meet an annual billable requirement of 1,300 hours.
Qualifications
- Experience supporting Asia Pacific (APAC) clients and coordinating international patent prosecution matters with foreign counsel.
- At least 5 years of substantive U.S. intellectual property prosecution experience.
- Strong knowledge of USPTO filing procedures, patent prosecution requirements, and electronic filing systems.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to independently manage competing deadlines.
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, foreign associates, and internal teams in a collaborative, distributed work environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with IP docketing systems.
- Two or more years of administrative or legal support experience preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Why Procopio
Procopio’s IP practice represents innovative companies ranging from emerging technology businesses to major global corporations. You will play an important role in supporting sophisticated patent portfolios, work closely with experienced patent attorneys and agents, and take meaningful responsibility for prosecution matters in a collaborative, technology-focused environment.
Procopio has been consistently recognized by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms and has earned Mansfield Plus recognition from Diversity Lab. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and professional development is an important part of our culture.
We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, a 401(k) profit-sharing program, generous paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
If you are looking to grow your career with purpose and passion, please apply today.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch, LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
Procopio is seeking a Senior Applications & Reporting Analyst (Finance & Risk) to join the team in our Irvine office in Orange County on a hybrid work schedule. The Senior Applications & Reporting Analyst will play a key role in supporting the firm’s financial systems, reporting infrastructure, and business operations. This position is responsible for the oversight, optimization, and performance of the firm’s financial management and intake/conflicts platforms, while delivering reporting and analytics that support strategic decision-making across Finance, Risk, Practice Teams, and Firm Leadership.
Responsibilities include administering and supporting the firm’s Intapp ecosystem and Aderant platform, managing system updates and integrations, and developing dashboards and reporting tools that provide insights into billing, collections, attorney activity, client trends, and other key business metrics. This role will also support budgeting and financial reporting initiatives, contribute to data quality and governance efforts, and help identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and the use of emerging legal technology and AI tools.
The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in analytics, business systems, or reporting, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment. Strong experience with Intapp, Aderant, advanced Excel, and reporting or business intelligence tools is highly preferred. Candidates should possess excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, leadership, and business professionals across the firm.
Procopio’s Culture of Excellence drives a collaborative and service-orientated environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion are an important part of our culture. Earlier this year Procopio was certified for the second straight year by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for actively advancing attorneys of color, LGBTQ+ and lawyers with disabilities to leadership roles. Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP was again named to the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms list, with multiple practice groups receiving Metropolitan Tier 1 and Best Firm rankings. If you are looking for somewhere to grow your career with purpose & passion, please apply today.
Procopio offers generous total compensation packages. Typical pay range is from $145,000 – $175,000+ depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefit program includes: medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, including options for flexible spending/health savings accounts. We have a great Employee Assistance Program and firm incentives for wellness program participation, as well as an excellent 401k profit-sharing program and generous time off policy. There are also opportunities for advancement within the group.
Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Contacts
Paralegal & Staff
Val De La Torre
P: 619.525.3857