Patent Agent/Technical Specialist

A law firm seeks Patent Agents and Technical Specialists to join its growing intellectual property practice in Ann Arbor, MI. This position offers a remote work option and involves working with a diverse client base, including innovative start-ups and global corporations, across various technical industries. The firm emphasizes a collaborative work environment, significant client interaction, and opportunities for professional development.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications, ensuring complex technical inventions are described with clarity and legal precision.
• Prepare persuasive responses to office actions, aiming to secure patent allowances with clean prosecution records.
• Develop and implement strategies to address evolving patent law challenges, such as subject matter eligibility issues.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients by delivering timely and effective legal counsel.
• Meet production goals while adhering to client budgets and deadlines.
• Actively participate in a team-oriented environment that emphasizes mentorship and collaboration.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Proven ability to draft clear, comprehensive patent applications and persuasive office action responses.
• Familiarity with current legal issues in patent law and the ability to develop proactive solutions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive and self-directed work ethic.

Education

• A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in one of the following technical disciplines:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Computer Engineering
  • Data Science
  • Physics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Materials Science

Certifications

• For Patent Agent candidates, active registration and good standing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) are required.

Skills

• Expertise in technical areas such as computer software, machine learning, and wireless telecommunications.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills to articulate complex concepts effectively.
• Ability to collaborate within a team while managing individual responsibilities.
• A client-focused approach to delivering high-quality legal services.

Benefits

• Flexible remote work option.
• Access to a collaborative, mentorship-driven work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth, working with clients ranging from start-ups to global corporations in diverse industries.

This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals with technical expertise and a passion for intellectual property law to contribute to a dynamic and rapidly expanding IP practice.

Associates praise this firms far-reaching fields and plentiful offering of growth opportunities. They also cite the variety of substantial assignments and an atmosphere that values hard work - with a pay and bonus structure to match. And an enjoyable facet of the firms culture, they say, is that the workplace is social and that associates are collegial.