Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in New York. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a passion for patent law, contributing to a collaborative and mentorship-focused environment.

Duties

• Conduct patent prosecution and assist with litigation and corporate matters.
• Engage in hands-on learning and professional development activities.
• Provide technical insight and support to legal teams.

Requirements

• Two or more years of patent prosecution experience.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, or Physics, or equivalent experience.
• Passed the patent bar with excellent academic credentials.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

Education

• M.S. or higher preferred.

Certifications

• Patent bar certification.

Skills

• Superior technological background.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.

Benefits

• Healthcare and Life Insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Law school tuition reimbursement program.

This law firm was founded over 40 years ago to provide legal services for technology, clean tech sectors, and life sciences companies that are making world-changing innovations. They specialize in offering fast service to keep up with the rapid changes in the technology industry. Their areas of practice include intellectual property, litigation, corporate, and electronic information management. This firm has offices in California, Washington, New York, and Shanghai.