Patent Agent needed for Boston office

A law firm is seeking a highly skilled Patent Agent to join the team in Boston. The Patent Agent II will be responsible for various aspects of patent research, application preparation, prosecution activities, and client support, leveraging a strong scientific background.

Job Overview:

• Assist with patent research, application preparation, and submission, as well as prosecution activities.
• Manage patent portfolios with minimal attorney oversight and provide direct client support throughout the patent process.
• Provide guidance to IP support professionals and assist attorneys with complex research and analysis.

Duties:

• Draft, prepare, and submit patent applications to the USPTO with limited attorney supervision.
• Review and respond to communications from the USPTO and foreign patent offices.
• Engage in independent client interaction and provide substantive support for patent enforcement, licensing, and business transactions.
• Assist with the preparation of patentability, validity, freedom to operate, and infringement opinions.
• Conduct patent and literature searches on internet databases and assist attorneys in applying established procedures and case law.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Passed Patent Bar Exam and registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Advanced scientific degree (M.S., Ph.D.) or Bachelor’s Degree in technical discipline with relevant experience.
• 4-7 years of patent agent experience.
• In-depth understanding of patentability requirements and patent lifecycle stages.
• Familiarity with patent litigation and leading cases affecting patent law.

Education:

Advanced scientific degree (M.S., Ph.D.) or Bachelor’s Degree in technical discipline.

Certifications:

Passed Patent Bar Exam and registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Strong scientific background with the ability to conduct and evaluate complex patent and literature searches effectively.
• Proficient in drafting complex patent applications and responses to official actions.
• Excellent communication and client interaction skills.
• Ability to manage patent portfolios and provide substantive support with minimal attorney oversight.