Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent

A law firm in Seattle is seeking a Mid-level Medical Devices and Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Patent Agent to join their team. The ideal candidate should possess a high level of academic achievement, solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience, superb writing and communication skills, and hold a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution activities related to medical devices and mechanical engineering.
• Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to gather necessary information for patent applications.
• Draft, review, and amend patent applications to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
• Provide technical and legal support for patent litigation cases involving medical devices and mechanical products.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• High level of academic achievement.
• The solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience.
• Superb writing and communication skills.
• Degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering. Other engineering disciplines coupled with substantial patent experience with medical devices and/or mechanical products, are acceptable.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering. Advanced degree preferred.

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Proficient in patent preparation and prosecution processes.
• Strong understanding of medical devices and mechanical engineering concepts.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

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.