Patent Agent

A law firm in Washington DC is seeking a proficient Patent Agent to join their team. The ideal candidate should possess substantial experience in Intellectual Property (IP), particularly in drafting and patent prosecution. A background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar fields is required. Preference will be given to candidates with design engineering experience in chip companies or expertise in networking, software, 3G/4G/5G wireless networks, or similar technologies. Candidates must be admitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and have 2-6 years of legal experience.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications and respond to Office Actions.
• Conduct comprehensive prior art searches and assess patentability.
• Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to develop effective patent strategies.
• Provide technical support during patent litigation proceedings.
• Assist in managing patent portfolios and ensuring accurate record-keeping.

Requirements:

• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• 2-6 years of legal experience, preferably specializing in patent prosecution.
• In-depth understanding of Intellectual Property laws and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.

Certifications:

• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and responding to Office Actions.
• Thorough knowledge of patent prosecution procedures and best practices.
• Familiarity with computer science, electrical engineering, or chip design principles.
• Experience with networking, software, or wireless network technologies is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.