Patent Agent

Job Overview: A law firm in Washington, D.C., seeks a dynamic and motivated Patent Agent to join their team. The ideal candidate will be crucial in meeting with inventors, drafting patent applications, and prosecuting cases before the USPTO. This position requires collaboration with clients and attorneys to develop effective claim strategies and manage a diverse docket of cases.

Job Details:

• Meeting with inventors and drafting patent applications for filing in the USPTO.
• Prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO, including conducting interviews with Examiners.
• Collaborating with clients and BoMc attorneys to develop and refine claim strategies.
• Proactively managing a docket of cases across a spectrum of clients, from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies.
• Drafting noninfringement and invalidity opinions.
• Conducting due diligence investigations and performing freedom-to-operate and landscape analyses under the supervision of firm partners.

Requirements:

• Backgrounds of particular interest include electrical engineering, computer/software, mechanical engineering, chemistry/biochemistry, biology, physics, and IPR/litigation experience.
• Positive attitude toward client service.
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and professional service skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to multi-task, manage multiple priorities, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-starter with a commitment to success and personal and professional growth.
• Enjoys being involved in all aspects of a vibrant law firm team.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, chemistry, biology, physics).
• Patent Agent registration with the USPTO is required.

Skills:

• Strong drafting and analytical skills for patent applications.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients and internal teams.
• Proficient in managing and prioritizing a docket of cases.

Job Location: Washington, D.C.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Option for fully remote, in-person, and/or hybrid working environment, at the employee's choice.
• Respectful and collegial hybrid working environment centered around diversity, teamwork, trust, and humility.
• Investment in Patent Agents' professional growth within the firm and the greater legal community.
• Periodic optional firm-wide events in DC (travel and accommodation included for remote employees).
• Access to the firm’s DC office, a modern and comfortable space convenient to three Metro Stations in downtown DC.
• Smart-casual dress code.
• Access to gym, co-working space, and “Western Market” food hall.

This firm is located in Washington, D.C. and has over 40 years of combined experience. The firm itself is a new patent law firm, but has already been recognized by Super Lawyers as a rising stars law firm in 2015. The firm has also been recognized as a recommended firm by IAM Patent 1000 for 2015. This firm is an intellectual property law firm that puts its clients above everything. This firm believes that diversity benefits the firm culture and allows for a more thoughtful exchange of thoughts and ideas.