Patent Agent needed for Los Angeles office

A law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Agent II to join the team in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific background and extensive experience in patent research, application preparation, and prosecution activities.

Job Overview:

• Assist in all aspects of patent research, application preparation, and prosecution.
• Manage patent portfolios with minimal attorney oversight.
• Provide direct client support throughout the patent process.
• Offer guidance and training to IP support professionals.

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.
• Provide substantive support for patent enforcement, licensing, and business transactions.
• Conduct patentability, validity, freedom to operate, and infringement opinions with attorney review.
• Conduct literature and patent searching on internet databases.
• Assist attorneys with complex research and analysis.
• 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 law.
• Familiarity with patent litigation.
• Ability to conduct and evaluate complex patent and literature searches effectively.
• Strong drafting skills for patent applications and responses to official actions.
• Ability to develop and manage patent portfolios with minimal attorney oversight.
• Excellent communication and client interaction skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Strong scientific background.
• Detailed understanding of patent lifecycle.
• Ability to apply established procedures and case law appropriately.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal attorney oversight.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.