Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent to join its Seattle, WA office. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a passion for patent law, contributing to a collaborative and mentorship-focused environment.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and manage patent portfolios.
• Collaborate with attorneys on litigation and corporate matters.
• Provide technical insights and support to legal teams.
• Engage in professional development and mentorship opportunities.

Requirements

• Two or more years of patent prosecution experience.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, or Physics, or equivalent experience.
• Passed the patent bar exam.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong technological background.
• Superior oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

Education

• M.S. or higher preferred.

Certifications

• Patent bar certification.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.

Benefits

• Healthcare and life insurance plans.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Law school tuition reimbursement program.

This highly profitable, full-service firm has grown significantly in recent years and has worked on some of the most interesting and complex technology transactions in the world. The firm primarily represents high-tech, high-growth companies in four practices areas: Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and most associates believe the firm is ?truly a great place to work.