Patent Agent

Job Overview: A law firm in New York City is seeking a skilled and experienced Patent Agent to join their Intellectual Property (IP) team. The successful candidate will work closely with IP attorneys and other team members to draft and prosecute patent applications, conduct patentability assessments, and assist with patent litigation and enforcement projects. This role requires a strong mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering background and a proven track record in patent transactional matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.
• Assist IP attorneys in representing clients in Patent Office proceedings, patent litigation, and general patent prosecution matters.
• Conduct patentability assessments and third-party patent searches.
• Perform patent diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
• Assist the IP team with patent clearance and enforcement projects as needed.

Requirements:

• Must have patent application drafting and prosecution experience.
• Well-developed patent database search skills.
• Substantive academic and professional knowledge in relevant fields.
• Ability to work well with others in a law firm environment.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering is required.
• An advanced technical degree is preferred.

Certifications:

• Must have a USPTO registration number.

Skills:

• 3+ years of intellectual property experience in patent transactional matters.
• Experience in prosecuting patent applications in mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Strong preference for candidates with additional experience in chemistry or biochemistry.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Proficient in using patent database search tools and related software.

Location:

• New York City, NY

Benefits:

• Generous total compensation package with merit-based bonuses and raises.
• Comprehensive benefit program including health and wellness plans and life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
• 401(k) plan and profit-sharing plan.
• Discount programs and backup childcare support.
• Substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Located on the Avenue of the Americas in midtown Manhattan, this firms attorneys handle huge transactions, complex litigation, and sensitive international matters. Their New York clients include more than 30 major financial institutions and a variety of Fortune 500 corporations. Attorneys here are given competitive salaries and do sophisticated work in a friendly, personable office environment. The firm is internally organized by practice teams to facilitate management and client service. Each attorney is a member of one of the firm's practice teams in order to focus on specific practice areas and industries. Cross-Team and cross-office participation is strongly encouraged and many employees draw freely on the firm's national resources, working closely with their colleagues in other office locations. Associates are given tremendous responsibility, but the firm always seeks to balance workload and the quality of life of its associates and partners. The firm also considers requests for flexible work hours and a number of associates have elected to work part-time. In addition to work, this firm makes time for pro bono work and community service.