• Prepare and prosecute patent applications, including drafting applications and responses to Office Actions before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office • Coordinate patent filing and prosecution strategy ex-US (globally) and instruct foreign counsel accordingly • Work alongside scientific and technical colleagues to identify patenting opportunities and convert innovative ideas into patent applications • Conduct patent and patent application landscape analyses and provide guidance to stakeholders • Perform patentability analyses and communicate guidance to stakeholders • Perform freedom-to-operate assessments, identify and investigate any potential risks and assist with any risk-mitigation measures • Communicate patent-related information clearly, concisely and carefully with colleagues across functions

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Bob Keppel Criminal Justice Division (CRJ) of the Washington State Attorney General’s Office has an exciting and rewarding opportunity in its downtown Seattle office for an attorney interested in investigating and prosecuting financial crimes! - The Financial Crimes Team investigates and prosecutes a wide variety of cases including wage theft, identity theft, complex fraud, elder fraud, and crimes committed by government employees and public officials. - We seek an attorney with significant litigation experience to combat fraud in Washington. - The selected candidate will work closely with senior AGO investigators, as well as state agencies and state, local, and federal law enforcement partners to investigate and prosecute financial crimes. - While the primary focus of this position is prosecuting financial crimes, the selected candidate should be proficient in prosecuting a full range of crimes. - The Attorney General’s Office receives criminal referrals from any of Washington’s 39 county prosecuting attorneys or the governor. - The selected candidate will work in downtown Seattle, but travel around the state for court hearings, investigations, and trial preparation as necessary. Qualifications - At least three years of trial experience and trial practice in criminal law. - Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. - Strong interpersonal skills that promote a collegial, inclusive, and respectful workplace. - Demonstrated good judgment when exercising discretion in criminal cases. - The ability to work independently and in a variety of settings. - Commitment to public service and justice for victims of crime. - Admission to practice law in Washington state courts. Requirements - Graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program. - Licensed to practice law in Washington state (Applicants actively pursuing admission by motion will also be considered). Benefits - A competitive benefit package that includes affordable medical plan options, dental benefits, and retirement plans. - Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave, and Paid Holidays. - Transparent salary schedule - AAG salaries are set between $82,212 and $153,996. - The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st. - Flex schedules and telecommuting options. - A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGO's inherently collegial and supportive environment. - Health and wellness program. - Training and career development program recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide.

• represent veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces in appeals for VA disability benefits before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC) • collaborate with other teams on cases involving different aspects of veterans law beyond appellate litigation • case record analysis, brief writing • electronic filing of necessary documents and appeals

• Consult with financial advisors and their staff on their clients’ planning goals and objectives through daily telephone communications • Train financial representatives, their staff, and clients' representatives (e.g., attorneys and accountants) at various schools, network office events, and digital events • Research and write content for various publications, resources, and articles • Contribute subject matter expertise and leadership to company-wide projects to support the estate, business, high-net-worth, and retirement markets • Maintain and grow deep subject matter expertise on tax and legal issues impacting the advanced markets through legal and tax research and analysis of industry trends