Patent Agent

A law firm situated in Wilmington, DE, is in search of a capable Patent Agent to complement their team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Intellectual Property (IP), specifically drafting and patent prosecution. A background in computer science, electrical engineering, or related fields is required, with additional preference for candidates with design engineering experience in chip companies or expertise in networking, software, 3G/4G/5G wireless networks, or similar technologies. Candidates must be admitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and have 2-6 years of legal experience.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications and responses to Office Actions.
• Conduct prior art searches and assess patentability.
• Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to devise effective patent strategies.
• Provide technical support during patent litigation proceedings.
• Aid in managing patent portfolios and ensuring accurate record-keeping.

Requirements:

• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• 2-6 years of legal experience, preferably specializing in patent prosecution.
• Comprehensive understanding of Intellectual Property laws and regulations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.

Certifications:

• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and responding to Office Actions.
• Thorough understanding of patent prosecution procedures and best practices.
• Familiarity with computer science, electrical engineering, or chip design principles.
• Experience with networking, software, or wireless network technologies is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.