Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a patent agent in Arlington, VA with 2-4 years of experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and excellent communication skills.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their inventions.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Assist in patent portfolio management.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in patent application processes.
• Familiarity with the Chinese language is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering.

Certifications

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Full benefits package.

This Virginia-based law practice specializes in all aspects of intellectual property law. Some of its key areas of expertise are patent prosecution, patent litigation, trademarks, and licensing. It is comprised of a fairly large team of highly skilled attorneys and professional support staff who primarily concentrate on four practice industries in the technology sector. Over the years, this firm has received a number of noteworthy honors from prominent industry groups.