Patent Agent

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a Patent Agent with 2 years of experience, offering unique opportunities within a global setting. This role involves direct partner and client interaction, contributing to the firm's esteemed reputation.

Duties:

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications under the supervision of a licensed patent attorney.
• Conduct prior art searches and analyze patent and scientific literature.
• Assist in patent landscape and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Collaborate with inventors, attorneys, and firm partners to develop and implement patent strategies.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to attorneys and clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, computer science, or relevant field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in patent prosecution and drafting.
• Registration to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office.
• Proficiency in patent databases and relevant software tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, computer science, or equivalent experience.

Certifications:

• Registration to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Patent prosecution and drafting.
• Prior art searching and analysis.
• Patent landscape and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Technical communication.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Proficiency in patent databases and software tools.

This AmLaw 100 firm is consistently praised by its associates for offering high caliber, interesting work while still allowing for flexibility in work schedule and respect for its associates. The firm has been consistently on the cutting edge of legal developments, and is a leader in the data privacy and cyber security space. Its associates get top-of-the-market pay and complex work. The atmosphere is friendly and the firm values the career development of its associates, offering great training opportunities and mentorship.