Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves assisting patent attorneys with patent prosecution, including patentability searches, application preparation, and managing PCT national phase entries, particularly for matters from Japan. Japanese language fluency is essential.

Duties

• Conduct patentability searches and analyses.
• Draft patent applications with team assistance.
• Prepare Information Disclosure Statements for the USPTO.
• Assist with invalidity and clearance searches.
• Develop response strategies to office actions.
• Collaborate with inventors on new products.
• Address client challenges and needs.

Requirements

• 1 year of professional experience.
• Full professional proficiency in Japanese.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or math.
• Master's Degree or PhD preferred.

Certifications

• USPTO Registration required.

Skills

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and confidentiality awareness.
• Leadership and training capabilities.
• Commitment to continuous learning and teamwork.

Benefits

• Inclusive and diverse work environment.

Formed over a century ago, this firm has grown tremendously with offices throughout the country. Focusing on providing excellent client service, the firm embraces integrity, teamwork, entrepreneurship, investment, celebration, perspective, accomplishment, and inclusiveness. Many of the attorneys have been included in the lists of Chambers USA, Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Rising Stars, and in the rank in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Law Firms.