Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm is seeking a skilled Patent Agent to join their team in Kansas City, MO. The ideal candidate will have experience in patent prosecution, particularly in Software Development, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or Semiconductor Manufacturing & Packaging. The role involves working with clients on innovative technologies, managing patent applications, and supporting patent litigation. The candidate must exhibit advanced communication skills, strong project management abilities, and a keen attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with clients to procure patent protection and build IP portfolios for innovative technologies.
• Draft, file, and prosecute patent applications on behalf of clients.
• Support due diligence, landscape analysis, freedom-to-operate analysis, and validity assessment in collaboration with industry partners.
• Draft responses to patent application rejections from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and other global Patent Offices.
• Focus primarily on patent filings.
• Provide support for patent litigation as needed.
• Interact professionally with both internal and external clients at all levels.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a global professional team.
• Manage and pay close attention to the details of patent-related projects.
• Establish and maintain internal practices, procedures, and technology to streamline patent-related information, filings, and deadlines.
• Demonstrate advanced writing skills and research to clearly and concisely communicate ideas.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with lawyers, firm management, staff, and clients through verbal and written correspondence.
• Exhibit strong project management, organizational, and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Work well under pressure, flexible, and adaptable to changing priorities and assignments.
• Work a flexible schedule, including evenings or weekends, as needed for projects.
• Provide diplomatic answers and pushback or seek additional information when necessary.
• Utilize creative thinking, good judgment, and decision-making capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in patent prosecution.
• Industry experience (or equivalent) in Software Development/Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or Semiconductor Manufacturing & Packaging is strongly preferred.
• Registered with the USPTO.

Skills

• Advanced writing and research abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability in handling changing priorities.
• Creative problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Professional demeanor and respect in communication with all stakeholders.

Location

Kansas City, MO

The law office opened twenty-four years ago. They represent clients in the western section of Missouri including, Iowa, Nebraska, and Oklahoma. Over seventy-five skilled attorneys comprise the Missouri-based practice. There are eight areas of practice. A few of their practice disciplines are corporate-commercial, banking law, mergers-acquisitions, litigation, and commodities law. Attorneys are dedicated to community service. They are committed to pro-bono work and volunteer in a variety of charitable events. Likewise, they endorse many youth centered organizations such as Junior Achievement, Jewish Family and Children's Services, and The Bridge Home for Children.