Patent Agent needed for Kansas City office

A law firm is seeking a Patent Agent to join their team in Kansas City. The successful candidate will work closely with inventors on newly created products and assist in identifying patentable inventions. They will be responsible for drafting patent applications, conducting research on current patented technologies, and tracking the patent application process. The ideal candidate should have a background in electrical engineering or biotechnology and possess prior experience in patent law.

Job Overview:

• Work hand-in-hand with inventors on newly created products
• Assist in the identification of patentable inventions
• Research current patented technologies to best assist clients in patentable work
• Draft patent applications with the assistance of the patent team
• Track the patent application process from initial application to granted patent to ensure the team remains on track
• Complete ability searches regularly
• Solve client challenges and respond to client needs
• Respond to office actions and correspond with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Consistently meet billable hour requirements

Duties:

• Work with inventors on new product development
• Identify patentable inventions
• Research current patented technologies
• Draft patent applications
• Track patent application process
• Conduct ability searches
• Solve client challenges and respond to needs
• Correspond with the USPTO

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering
• Master’s degree or PhD desired
• 3+ years of professional experience
• USPTO Registration required
• Background in electrical engineering or biotechnology
• Prior experience in patent law

Skills:

• Strong communication skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Proficient in research and analysis
• Familiarity with patent application process
• Knowledge of USPTO regulations and procedures

Independent lawyering with top of the market pay, this firm offers flexible hours, a good work/life balance, and diverse clientele. This firm entrusts its associates to take on a work load of their choice and provides a collegial environment to do so. This firm also values diversity, receiving a perfect score on the 2017 Corporate Equality Index.