Mid-level Patent Agent

A mid-level Patent Agent position is available at the law firm in Kansas City. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, substantial law firm or industry experience, and exceptional writing and communication skills. The candidate should hold a degree in electrical engineering or computer science, with a preference for expertise in patent prosecution related to electrical engineering, software-related technologies, data science/AI, networking technologies (especially network security), machine learning/artificial intelligence, and hardware security. Admission to the USPTO is a mandatory requirement for this role.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution activities, focusing on electrical engineering, software-related technologies, data science/AI, networking technologies, machine learning/artificial intelligence, and hardware security.
• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to gather necessary information for patent applications.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications, respond to office actions and communicate with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Provide technical and legal advice regarding patent portfolio development and strategy.

Requirements:

• Bachelor or advanced degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is mandatory.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Strong understanding of patent laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Detail-oriented with superb organizational skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Specialized experience in patent prosecution related to electrical engineering or software-related technologies.
• Expertise in data science/AI, networking technologies (especially network security), machine learning/artificial intelligence, and hardware security.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

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