Patent Agent needed for Los Angeles office

A law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Patent Agent with a background in aerospace engineering and engine technology. The ideal candidate should be a registered patent agent with examining experience at the U.S. PTO or patent drafting experience in a law firm setting. Holding undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science is required. Strong preference will be given to candidates with previous experience as a patent examiner, and industry experience is a plus. The successful candidate must have excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills, and sharp analytical ability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct patent searches and analysis.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications in the aerospace and engine technology fields.
• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to understand and protect intellectual property.
• Provide technical and legal support in patent litigation matters.
• Stay updated on changes in patent laws and regulations.
• Participate in patent portfolio management and strategy discussions.
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal teams.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior patent professionals.

Requirements:

• Registered patent agent with examining experience at the U.S. PTO or patent drafting experience in a law firm setting.
• Background in aerospace engineering and engine technology.
• Undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science.
• Strong preference for previous experience as a patent examiner.
• Industry experience is a plus.
• Excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills, and sharp analytical ability.

Education:

Undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science.

Certifications:

Registered patent agent.

Skills:

• Technical expertise in aerospace engineering and engine technology.
• Proficient in patent drafting and prosecution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Industry experience is a plus.

With offices in New York, Maryland, California, Virginia, Denver and Washington, D.C., this firm is over a century old and has experience in advertising and marketing law, class action defense, advertising and marketing litigation, environmental law, finance, insurance, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, investigation and white collar defense and tax and wealth planning. The prestigious firm is also a part of the AMLaw 100.