IP&T Patent Agent

A law firm in St. Louis Park is actively seeking an IP&T Patent Agent to join their dynamic Intellectual Property and Technology (IP&T) practice. The successful candidate, with 5+ years of experience, will work collaboratively with partners, counsels, associates, and patent agents to assist clients in protecting their vital inventions on the forefront of technology. The IP&T Patent Agent will play a pivotal role in meeting with clients to discuss invention disclosures, patent strategy, and ongoing prosecution matters. This position requires a strong educational background in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Informatics, or a closely related field. The candidate should be registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office and possess previous law firm or in-house experience. The role involves independently preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the computing and/or electrical arts.

Job Details:

• Work collaboratively with partners, counsels, associates, and patent agents.
• Meet with clients to discuss invention disclosures, patent strategy, and ongoing prosecution matters.
• Evaluate technology and provide technical support for the practice
• Prepare and prosecute US and foreign patent applications
• Assist with opinion writing and client counseling
• Provide litigation support

Requirements:

• Strong educational background in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Informatics, or a closely related field
• Must be registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office
• Previous law firm or in-house experience is required
• Bachelor’s degree (and preferably an advanced degree) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Informatics, or a closely related field
• 5+ years of experience of independently preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the computing and/or electrical art

One of the biggest and most well-known law firms in the world, attorneys here are connected with a dizzying array of markets, industries, and practice areas. Youll be able to work alongside highly gifted professionals from multiple countries, broadening your scope and perspectives. For an unparalleled chance to work on complex matters and reach your professional potential, this is a stellar choice.