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13 results for Patent Agent in Santa Rosa, CA

Patent Agent
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are in search of a skilled Patent Agent to become a part of our team. The role will be based in our San Francisco office, and will involve working with a range of patent prosecution activities within the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>• Handle patent prosecution tasks with a focus on maintaining accurate records and processing applications</p><p>• Utilize technical knowledge in cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, virology, chemistry, organic chemistry, and pharmacy to enhance job functions</p><p>• Conduct detailed prior art searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses</p><p>• Analyze patents and scientific papers to support patent preparation, prosecution, and counseling </p><p>• Ensure excellent written and verbal communication in English during all interactions</p><p>• Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate action when necessary</p><p>• Maintain a broad technical knowledge to aid in job functions</p><p>• Maintain a focus on customer inquiries, resolving them efficiently and effectively</p><p>• Ensure all customer credit applications are processed accurately and efficiently</p><p>• Uphold a high standard of service, maintaining accurate customer credit records.</p>
  • 2026-03-25T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • San Rafael, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are in search of an Attorney/Lawyer to become part of our client&#39;s legal team based in San Rafael, California. As an Attorney/Lawyer, your main duties will include managing case files, handling complaints, and dealing with civil litigation. </p><p>Responsibilities </p><p>• Oversee case management using related software</p><p>• Handle and resolve client complaints efficiently</p><p>• Administer claims and related legal matters</p><p>• Brief the team on legal matters and case updates</p><p>• Engage in civil litigation procedures</p><p>• Provide legal advice based on consumer electronics laws and regulations</p><p>• Manage landlord-tenant disputes and related legal issues</p><p>• Maintain an organized system for legal documents and case files.</p>
  • 2026-04-14T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Napa, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Business Attorney to join an established and reputable legal team in Napa, California. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of sophisticated business transactions, providing tailored and effective legal solutions to clients ranging from regional businesses to multinational corporations. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of expertise in corporate law and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide legal counsel on business formation, transaction structuring, and compliance with relevant regulations.</p><p>• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, shareholder agreements, and other legal documents.</p><p>• Assist clients in mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, and private placements.</p><p>• Collaborate with estate planning professionals on succession planning matters.</p><p>• Conduct analysis of debt structures and advise on banking and credit facilities.</p><p>• Develop practical solutions to complex legal challenges for clients in various industries.</p><p>• Represent clients at local, national, and international levels in business-related matters.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Support clients in the development of equity incentive plans and other financial agreements.</p><p>• Stay updated on legal trends and apply insights to improve client outcomes.</p>
  • 2026-03-25T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 160000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A reputable and distinguished real estate firm is seeking a Transactional Real Estate Associate to join their team. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented and committed professional with 4+ years of experience managing complex transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing. The firm prides itself on fostering a collaborative work environment, offering hybrid remote flexibility, and providing opportunities to work on high-profile projects that impact the local community. This role also offers a clear path for long-term career growth. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft, negotiate, and review legal documents for commercial real estate transactions, such as purchase and sale agreements, leases, financing contracts, and joint venture agreements.</p><p>• Oversee due diligence processes, including reviewing title, surveys, and zoning compliance, to identify and mitigate potential risks.</p><p>• Coordinate and lead transaction closings, ensuring smooth execution by collaborating with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams.</p><p>• Advise clients on strategies for real estate development, acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing activities.</p><p>• Structure deals effectively and manage complex negotiations to achieve client objectives.</p><p>• Provide guidance on compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to real estate projects.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with partners and clients to deliver tailored solutions for sophisticated real estate matters.</p><p>• Stay informed about industry trends and local market dynamics to offer strategic advice.</p><p>• Manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently, ensuring high-quality results.</p>
  • 2026-03-25T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled litigation attorney with extensive experience in handling cases from initiation through trial. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional legal writing, oral advocacy skills, and a deep understanding of complex commercial litigation to the role. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex commercial cases in a dynamic legal environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage litigation cases from inception through trial, ensuring effective representation and strategic case handling.</p><p>• Draft and file motions, briefs, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Conduct thorough discovery, including interrogatories, depositions, and document reviews.</p><p>• Develop and execute litigation strategies tailored to each case&#39;s unique circumstances.</p><p>• Represent clients in court proceedings, delivering persuasive arguments and advocating for their interests.</p><p>• Analyze complex commercial litigation matters to provide informed legal advice and solutions.</p><p>• Collaborate with legal teams to address case challenges and meet deadlines.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with all legal and ethical standards while managing multiple cases.</p><p>• Research and interpret laws, regulations, and precedents to support case strategies.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients to understand their needs and provide updates on case progress.</p>
  • 2026-03-25T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 115000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is seeking an Unlawful Detainer Attorney to represent landlords and property owners in eviction proceedings and landlord-tenant disputes. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation skills, knowledge of California landlord-tenant law, and experience handling cases under San Francisco’s rent control ordinances.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Represent landlords in unlawful detainer (eviction) proceedings from pre-litigation notices to trial.</li><li>Draft and serve notices to vacate, including 3-day notices to pay or quit, cure or quit, and termination notices.</li><li>File and litigate unlawful detainer cases, including motions, discovery, settlement negotiations, and trial.</li><li>Appear in court hearings and trials in San Francisco and surrounding Bay Area courts.</li><li>Provide legal counsel on rent control laws, tenant buyout agreements, and property management compliance.</li><li>Defend landlords against wrongful eviction, habitability claims, and fair housing complaints.</li><li>Work with property managers, real estate investors, and property owners to ensure legal compliance.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Boutique real estate firm is seeking an experienced Attorney to join their team in San Francisco, California. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful and sophisticated transactions within the affordable housing sector, collaborating with a team dedicated to advancing housing accessibility. If you have a passion for real estate finance and a commitment to excellence, we invite you to contribute to our mission. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and negotiate loan agreements and related real estate finance documents.</p><p>• Conduct thorough due diligence on complex affordable housing transactions.</p><p>• Review and assess third-party legal documents to ensure compliance and accuracy.</p><p>• Represent the firm in direct communications with clients, public agencies, housing developers, and service providers.</p><p>• Collaborate with colleagues to manage all stages of real estate financing transactions.</p><p>• Provide guidance on low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) programs and other affordable housing finance initiatives.</p><p>• Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all legal documentation and communications.</p><p>• Support organizational goals by managing multiple projects efficiently and meeting deadlines.</p>
  • 2026-03-25T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Berkeley, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 115000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Attorney/Lawyer to join our team in Berkeley, California. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in civil litigation and a strong ability to handle complex legal matters with professionalism and precision. This role requires a proactive individual who excels in legal research, drafting, and courtroom advocacy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assess and evaluate potential new cases by analyzing technical and legal aspects.<br>• Gain comprehensive knowledge of assigned cases, including all relevant facts and details.<br>• Review, summarize, and highlight key evidence from case documents.<br>• Conduct in-depth legal research to support case development and strategy.<br>• Manage all aspects of civil discovery, including drafting discovery requests, coordinating meet and confer sessions, and preparing for depositions.<br>• Draft legal briefs, memoranda, and other case-related documents.<br>• Prepare thoroughly for hearings, trials, and depositions to ensure successful outcomes.<br>• Collaborate with and coordinate the selection and preparation of expert witnesses.<br>• Identify, recruit, and work closely with experts to strengthen case arguments.
  • 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Emeryville, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Reputable boutique firm is seeking a skilled Attorney with expertise in civil defense litigation and insurance law to join their team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in handling complex legal cases, providing strategic counsel, and navigating California&#39;s legal framework. This role offers an opportunity to work on challenging cases while collaborating with a dynamic and meticulous team. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Represent clients in civil defense and insurance-related litigation, ensuring their interests are effectively protected.</p><p>• Conduct thorough legal research using platforms like Westlaw to support case strategies and arguments.</p><p>• Draft and review legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and discovery requests, with accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>• Interpret and apply the California Code of Civil Procedure and federal rules to litigation processes.</p><p>• Manage case files efficiently, ensuring deadlines and procedural requirements are met.</p><p>• Engage in negotiations with opposing counsel to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.</p><p>• Provide clear and precise communication with clients, courts, and colleagues.</p><p>• Prepare for and participate in hearings, depositions, and trials as needed.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in state and federal laws relevant to civil defense and insurance litigation.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to develop strategies for complex legal cases.</p>
  • 2026-03-25T00:00:00Z
Commercial Litigation Attorney
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 160000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Commercial Litigation Attorney to join our team in Santa Rosa, California. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in civil litigation, particularly in commercial, real estate, and employment law. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex cases, including trial preparation and appellate work, in a collaborative and detail-oriented environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Draft and review legal briefs, motions, and other court documents with precision and clarity.<br>• Conduct thorough discovery processes, including taking and defending depositions.<br>• Develop and execute litigation strategies for commercial, real estate, and employment law cases.<br>• Prepare for and participate in mediations, trials, and appeals, including second-chair trial responsibilities.<br>• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored legal solutions.<br>• Manage case files and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.<br>• Conduct legal research to support case strategies and arguments.<br>• Work closely with colleagues to prepare for trial and other litigation milestones.<br>• Represent clients in court and during settlement negotiations.<br>• Stay updated on legal developments and apply them effectively to ongoing cases.
  • 2026-04-16T00:00:00Z
Staff Attorney
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 72500 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Plaintiff-side Law Firm looking to hire a Staff Attorney to join team in San Francisco, California. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for social justice and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: document review, legal research and writing, deposition preparation, and more. </p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-03-24T00:00:00Z
Employment Attorney
  • Berkeley, CA
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 150000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Employment Attorney to join a congenial boutique law firm. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a candidate with expertise in California employment law, particularly in Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) litigation. If you value work-life balance, enjoy working in a collaborative team environment, and seek flexible work arrangements, this position may be an ideal fit. This role can be fully remote, hybrid remote, or fully onsite and offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all aspects of PAGA litigation, including case evaluation, discovery processes, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in court.</p><p>• Provide legal counsel to clients regarding California labor and employment laws.</p><p>• Collaborate effectively with partners and associates to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.</p><p>• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare well-structured motions and briefs.</p><p>• Oversee case management tasks to ensure timely and efficient handling of litigation.</p><p>• Develop strategies for class action and employment-related litigation cases.</p><p>• Participate in settlement negotiations and mediation efforts.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with legal standards and regulations while representing clients&#39; interests.</p>
  • 2026-03-23T00:00:00Z
Employment Attorney
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a skilled Employment Attorney to join our team in San Francisco, California. This role requires a dedicated and detail-oriented individual with substantial experience in employment law, particularly in providing advice, counseling, and litigation support. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with the Labor and Employment Law Group while also collaborating with other practice areas as needed.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide comprehensive legal advice and counseling on employment law matters, including terminations, leaves of absence, investigations, and wage practices.<br>• Represent clients in employment-related litigation, including defense-side cases and wage and hour disputes.<br>• Draft, review, and update employment policies to ensure compliance with applicable laws.<br>• Conduct legal research and prepare motions, briefs, and other legal documents with precision and clarity.<br>• Manage multiple legal projects in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing deadlines effectively.<br>• Collaborate with clients to develop strategic solutions to complex employment law issues.<br>• Participate in depositions, hearings, and other court proceedings as required.<br>• Support pro-bono initiatives and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the firm&#39;s guidelines.<br>• Work closely with other practice groups to address cross-disciplinary legal matters.<br>• Maintain a minimum of 1800 billable hours annually, with eligible pro-bono and DEI work counting toward this target.
  • 2026-04-03T00:00:00Z