Patent Agent

Job Title: Patent Agent

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking a qualified Patent Agent to support its Intellectual Property practice. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in assisting with patent preparation, prosecution, and strategy. This position is critical for ensuring the firm’s clients receive high-quality legal support for their intellectual property needs.

Duties:

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications for clients.
• Conduct thorough research related to patent cases.
• Lead meetings with inventors to discuss patent strategies and provide guidance.
• Assist in matters before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), including handling proceedings and personal interviews with USPTO examiners.
• Represent clients before the Board of Appeals and other USPTO-related engagements.
• Draft high-quality written documentation and deliver oral arguments as needed.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in the field of intellectual property and patent law.
• Strong technical industry work experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills to communicate complex ideas effectively.

Education:

• An advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related technical field is required.

Certifications:

• Must be admitted and licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in managing multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Superior writing and oral presentation capabilities.
• Experience in patent strategy and inventor consultation.

Job Location:

• New York City, NY

Associates at this prestigious firm applaud that they are given high-level work paired with ample resources; the result, they say, is that they receive interesting projects and valuable collaborations with senior associates and partners. They also praise its flexible face-time policies paired with market pay.