Mid-level Chemical Science Patent Prosecution Patent Agent

A law firm in San Francisco is seeking a Mid-level Chemical Science Patent Prosecution Patent Agent to play a crucial role in delivering high-quality legal services to clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting patent applications, responding to USPTO communications, and collaborating with attorneys to ensure efficient and cost-effective client representation.

Duties:

• Prepare draft patent applications and responses to USPTO communications.
• Collaborate with attorneys to deliver quality legal services to clients.
• Handle highly complex and sensitive client work requiring a high level of professional capability and skill.

Requirements:

• Possess a high level of academic achievement.
• Demonstrate solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience.
• Exhibit superb writing and communication skills.

Education:

Degree in organic chemistry or chemical engineering.

Certifications:

Admission to the USPTO required.

Skills:

• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Proven ability to perform highly complex and sensitive client work.
• Strong legal and technical writing skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated capability to work efficiently and cost-effectively.

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.