Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent

A law firm based in Houston is seeking a highly qualified Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background, substantial law firm or industry experience, exceptional writing and communication skills, and a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering. Candidates with other engineering disciplines and significant patent experience in medical devices and/or mechanical products will also be considered. Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.

Duties:

• Conduct thorough analysis and research to assess the patentability of medical devices and mechanical engineering innovations.
• Draft, prepare, and prosecute patent applications in compliance with USPTO regulations and guidelines.
• Collaborate with inventors, attorneys, and technical experts to gather necessary information for patent prosecution.
• Provide legal advice on intellectual property matters related to medical devices and mechanical engineering.
• Assist in the development and implementation of patent strategies to protect the firm's clients' innovations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.
• Admission to the USPTO is mandatory.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Strong academic achievements with a focus on patent law or related fields.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid understanding of patent laws and regulations, particularly in the medical devices and mechanical engineering sectors.

Skills:

• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• In-depth knowledge of intellectual property laws and regulations.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.