Patent Agent or Technical Advisor

A law firm in Atlanta is currently seeking a Patent Agent or Technical Advisor with 1+ years of patent prosecution experience. The ideal candidate will possess top academic credentials and hold a degree in electrical, computer, mechanical, industrial, manufacturing engineering, or computer science. A Master's degree or Ph.D. is preferred. The firm offers a competitive benefits package and significant opportunities for professional growth.

Duties:

• Conduct patent prosecution activities, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Collaborate with inventors, attorneys, and clients to gather necessary information for patent applications.
• Provide technical expertise and analysis in patent-related matters.
• Assist in patent portfolio management and strategy.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate searches.
• Stay abreast of developments in relevant technologies and patent law.

Requirements:

• 1+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Top academic credentials.
• Degree in electrical, computer, mechanical, industrial, manufacturing engineering, or computer science.
• Master's degree or Ph.D. preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or computer science field.
• Master's degree or Ph.D. preferred.

Certifications:

Patent Agent registration is a plus.

Skills:

• Proficiency in conducting patent prosecution activities.
• Technical expertise in relevant engineering or computer science fields.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with inventors, attorneys, and clients.
• Knowledge of patent portfolio management and strategy.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth.

This firm deals in the following practice areas: Benefits & Compensation, Commercial Lending, Construction, Corporate, Corporate & Commercial Litigation, Corporate Technology, Creditors' Rights and Bankruptcy, Emerging Companies, Employment Law, Environmental Law, Financial Institutions, Healthcare, Hospitality, Insurance & Reinsurance, Insurance & Reinsurance Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property, International, Mergers & Acquisitions, Privacy, Products Liability & Toxic Torts, Real Estate Development & Finance, Residential Real Estate, Securities, Taxation, Technology, Technology Litigation, Telecommunications, and Wealth Planning.