Mid-level Patent Agent

A law firm in Nashville, TN, is actively seeking a Mid-level Patent Agent with a distinguished academic background and a strong foundation in engineering or industry experience. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional writing and communication skills, coupled with expertise in patent preparation and prosecution. This role requires a focus on electrical engineering, software-related technologies, data science, AI, networking technologies, and machine learning.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution activities.
• Collaborate effectively with legal teams and inventors.
• Draft and review patent applications.
• Provide technical expertise in electrical engineering or computer science.
• Specialize in patent prosecution in various technologies, including software, data science, AI, networking, and machine learning.
• Ensure compliance with USPTO regulations and guidelines.

Requirements:

• High level of academic achievement.
• 4+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
• Preferred experience in software-related technologies, data science, AI, networking technologies, machine learning, and hardware security.
• Admission to the USPTO is mandatory.

Skills:

• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Technical proficiency in electrical engineering or computer science.
• Knowledge of patent prosecution in diverse technologies.
• Detail-oriented and analytical mindset.
• Adherence to USPTO regulations.

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.