Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Cranford to assist in patent prosecution within the electrical, AI, and computer arts for clients engaged in advanced technologies. The role involves collaborating with inventors to identify patentable aspects and develop strategic patent filing strategies.

Duties

• Evaluate the patentability of inventions through thorough technical analysis.
• Prepare comprehensive patent applications with detailed descriptions, claims, and drawings.
• Interact with the USPTO by filing applications and responding to office actions.
• Conduct prior art searches to identify relevant patents and publications.
• Assess potential legal risks associated with a client's technology.

Requirements

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in electrical engineering, physics, or computer science.
• Deep understanding of technical issues such as display technologies, circuits, and semiconductors.
• Admitted to practice before the USPTO.

Education

• Degree in electrical engineering, physics, or computer science.

Certifications

• USPTO admission.

Skills

• Strong analytical and technical skills.
• Ability to convey complex concepts clearly and accurately.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits.
• Potential commission and bonus opportunities.

This boutique intellectual property firm provides comprehensive legal services to a diverse client base. Its key practice areas include intellectual property litigation, post-grant proceedings, due diligence, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property asset management, copyrights and computer software, and alternative dispute resolution. The firm has been practicing in these areas since 1969. Its office is located in Cranford, New Jersey.