Patent Agent

Philadelphia office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks a patent agent with 3 years of professional experience. The candidate will work hand-in-hand with inventors on newly created products. Will assist in the identification of patentable inventions. Research current patented technologies to best assist clients in patentable work. Draft patent applications with the assistance of the patent team. Track the patent application process from initial application to granted patent to ensure the team remains on track. Complete ability searches regularly. Solve client challenges and respond to client needs. Respond to office actions and correspond with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Consistently meet billable hour requirements. Identifies issues and provides suggestions to day-to-day problems; prioritizes and effectively completes daily tasks. Shares information by using data and information to support an argument or point of view; keeps the team informed about progress and problems; avoids surprises; and understands the appropriate level of confidentiality required. Gives positive and constructive feedback to peers; trains new employees; finds solutions to a problem; works autonomously; and is motivated to anticipate future business needs. Attends required training; accepts planned change willingly. Works as a member of the team and understands the goals of the team; understands that team members' needs, ideas, and solutions vary. Is aware of the Firm's values and consistently demonstrates them; is aware of the meaning/strategic goal of the Firm's Diversity & Inclusion values; has a deep understanding of one's core functions. Must have Bachelor's degree in science or engineering. Must have backgrounds in electrical engineering or biotechnology and prior experience working in the area of patent law. USPTO Registration is required.

The candidate should preferably have a Master's Degree or Ph.D.

Formed over a century ago, this firm has grown tremendously with offices throughout the country. Focusing on providing excellent client service, the firm embraces integrity, teamwork, entrepreneurship, investment, celebration, perspective, accomplishment, and inclusiveness. Many of the attorneys have been included in the lists of Chambers USA, Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Rising Stars, and in the rank in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Law Firms.