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Intellectual Property Patent Agent

Type Full-Time

Location District of Columbia - Washington

Job ID 634N400521

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 2 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas Patent Agents - PhysicsPatent Agents - Electrical EngineeringPatent Agents - Computer SciencePatent Agents - HardwarePatent Agents - SoftwarePatent Agents - Computer EngineeringPatent Agents - MechanicalPatent Agents - Hard Science General

2026-05-28 12:36:06
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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a patent agent with over two years of experience in computer science or electrical engineering for their Washington, D.C. office. The role involves collaborating with inventors and attorneys to prepare and prosecute patent applications related to emerging technologies.

Duties

  • Identify inventions through technical discussions with inventors.
  • Conduct novelty and clearance searches to distinguish inventions from current state of the art.
  • Draft comprehensive patent applications.
  • Collaborate with attorneys to negotiate the scope of rights with the Patent Office.
  • Prepare reports and support documentation for patent portfolio management.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in computer science or electrical engineering.
  • Relevant technical experience in data science, machine learning, AI, IoT, wireless communications, sensors, semiconductors, or optics is a plus.
  • Strong technical and excellent writing skills.
  • Exceptional attention to technical detail.
  • Effective communication and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Education

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

Certifications

  • None specified.

Skills

  • Technical expertise in relevant sectors.
  • Excellent writing and communication skills.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

  • Location flexibility.

The DC office of this large national firm seeks to strike a balance between lifestyle and its demanding clientele. This firm has particularly strong financial services and capital markets, as well as international trade, practices, and also a range of other smaller practice groups as well. If you are looking to work in a smaller and more intimate but full-service office of a large national firm, this is a firm to consider. This firm recruits attorneys with strong credentials and experience, but remains dedicated to maintaining a collegial and diverse atmosphere.

Your information will not be forwarded to any employers at this time. A recruiter will contact you with more information once our internal review of your resume is completed.

Date Last Confirmed

05-28-2026

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