Electrical Patent Attorney – Associate

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch, LLP (BSKB)

Patent Attorney focusing on prosecution of patent applications for technology companies. Collaborating with clients and ensuring compliance with patent laws.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeVienna • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $160,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patent prosecution, particularly in semiconductor manufacturing and telecommunications, while effectively collaborating with clients and professionals. Strong technical writing and analytical skills are essential, along with fluency in Taiwanese Mandarin and knowledge of Taiwan business culture.

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Patent Prosecution ExperienceRegistration To Practice Before The USPTOTechnical Writing SkillsFluency In Taiwanese MandarinCollaboration Skills

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Hard Skills

Patent ProsecutionTechnical WritingAnalytical SkillsSemiconductor ManufacturingTelecommunicationDigital Signal ProcessingAnalog Signal ProcessingArtificial IntelligenceSoftware DevelopmentCircuit Design

Soft Skills

TeamworkClient Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Patent AttorneyPatent Agent

Industry Keywords

Patent LawU.S. Law FirmIn-House Patent ProsecutionTaiwan Business Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prosecution of patent applications for leading global technology companies
Collaboration with clients and other professionals
Conducting case discussions with clients
Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in patent law

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree and/or Master of Science in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent
1 to 3 years of substantial patent prosecution experience as a licensed patent attorney/patent agent at a U.S. law firm or in-house in the technical field of semiconductor manufacturing, telecommunication, digital/analog signal processing, artificial intelligence, software, and/or circuit design, etc.
Registration to practice before the USPTO
Strong technical writing and analytical skills
Ability to work well in a team environment
Fluency in Taiwanese Mandarin and extensive knowledge of Taiwan business culture strongly preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Positive and collaborative team environment
Remote working possibility in VA and some nearby states