Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Austin, TX. The role involves collaborating with a team within the Technology, Manufacturing, and Transportation Strategic Business Unit to prepare and prosecute patent applications. The position supports the expansion of the firm's Intellectual Property litigation and transactional practices.

Duties

• Prosecute patent applications, including responding to Office actions and communicating with Patent Examiners.
• Draft high-quality patent applications with detailed descriptions and figures.
• Conduct and analyze comprehensive patent searches to identify prior art.
• Stay updated on developments in U.S. patent law and relevant technologies.
• Meet a billable hour requirement of 1500 - 1700 hours per year.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Three or more years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications in a law firm environment.
• Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently.
• Registered as a Patent Agent before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Experience in Artificial Intelligence or Quantum Computing is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Certifications

• Registered Patent Agent with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Participation in a retirement plan program.

The environment at this firm is one where individual differences appear to be respected and different groups of people can thrive in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. This firm, a Texas firm with several offices throughout Texas, is well positioned to serve the needs of its clients who range from small start ups to Fortune 100 companies. The attorneys at this firm all have pretty solid pedigrees and have good things to say about their firm and the people in it. The Austin office of this firm is mid-sized and is well suited to effectively represent most clients in the region.