Patent Attorney Associate

Patent Attorney Associate (2+ years):
Multiple Locations Available

Join to apply for the Patent Attorney Associate (2+ years):
Multiple Locations Available role at Holland & Hart LLP

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Join to apply for the Patent Attorney Associate (2+ years):
Multiple Locations Available role at Holland & Hart LLP

Holland & Hart is looking for experienced patent attorneys to join our dynamic, growing electronics and computer patent practice that comprises 60+ patent professionals. Together, we help some of the world’s greatest technology companies create a smarter and better planet by strategically positioning and protecting their innovations.

We leverage the latest technologies and bring unmatched expertise in the areas of wireless communications, electronics, AI, and software, along with client counseling, standards‑essential patents, and post‑grant patent work. Positions are open for our Colorado, Utah, and Idaho offices, among others. Come discover why we were named the Patent Prosecution Firm of the Year (West) by Managing IP (2023) and U.S. Patent Prosecution Firm of the Year (2023) at The Global IP Awards presented by IAM and WTR.

• Is currently engaged in patent preparation/prosecution work.
• Has 2+ years of recent experience in patent preparation, with experience in Wireless telecommunications systems, standards‑related technologies, communication networks, electrical hardware and software, computer networks, semiconductors, storage devices, circuits, memory, cloud computing, data security, or wearable technology preferred.
• Has a strong academic record with a technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent fields.
• Is a practitioner who possesses a growth mindset and enjoys working in an innovative culture on cutting‑edge technology.

Holland & Hart’s compensation is merit‑based—you’ll be evaluated on your individual performance and achievements and on your contributions to the team’s efforts. As required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act, Holland & Hart is providing a good faith salary range for this position (if based in Colorado): $200,000- $260,000. Our generous bonus program rewards financial contributions and hard work and associates are also eligible for fee splits.

Holland & Hart expects associates to invest 1,800 hours on billable matters, 75 hours of pro bono/public service work (or 50 hours of pro bono legal work), in addition to at least 25 hours dedicated to Community, Diversity & Inclusion Investment hours. Contributions to the life of the firm is vital to the collective success of the firm, and we encourage our lawyers to engage in ways each person finds meaningful through various committees and firm activities.

Holland & Hart promotes work/life balance with a robust wellness program, unlimited PTO, a reduced time program, and a sabbatical program for eligible employees and partners. Full‑time employees become eligible for benefits on the date of hire, with a benefits offering that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD＆D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Additionally the firm provides enhanced parental leave for both primary and non‑primary caregivers as well as an automatic Off Ramp/On Ramp program before and after parental leave.

The firm offers inclusive fertility and family benefits. Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and long‑term care insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. In addition, the firm has programs that may provide for educational assistance, a subscription service for continuing legal education programs, free or discounted legal services, and opportunities through the Holland & Hart Foundation, which is a non‑profit organization dedicated to creating volunteer opportunities for lawyers, staff, families, and friends of Holland & Hart LLP.

Part‑time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro‑rated basis.

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