Patent Agent needed for Irvine office

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a Patent Agent with a background in electrical engineering or biotechnology. This role involves assisting patent attorneys with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, making it ideal for candidates with prior experience in patent law.

Location:

• Irvine, CA 

Duties:

• Collaborate with inventors on newly created products.
• Identify patentable inventions.
• Research existing patented technologies.
• Draft patent applications in conjunction with the patent team.
• Track the patent application process from submission to grant.
• Conduct regular ability searches.
• Address client challenges and respond to needs.
• Handle office actions and communicate with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Meet billable hour requirements consistently.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering.
• 1 year of professional experience in patent law.

Preferred Education:

• Master’s Degree or PhD.

Certifications:

• USPTO Registration required.

Skills:

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills, with an understanding of confidentiality.
• Leadership qualities, including training new employees and providing feedback.
• Commitment to continuous learning and adaptation.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Alignment with diversity and inclusion values.

Preferred Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in patent law.

Benefits:

• The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request).