Patent Agent

Job Title:
Patent Agent

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm based in Denver, CO is seeking a seasoned Patent Agent with at least 2 years of hands-on experience in patent prosecution and strategic intellectual property protection. The role is focused on supporting global innovators, particularly those operating in cutting-edge technology sectors such as wireless communications, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and more. This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking legal environment committed to innovation, mentorship, and professional growth.

Duties:

• Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications

• Conduct technical consultations with inventors and technical teams

• Engage in patent portfolio strategy development and management

• Collaborate with legal professionals to analyze complex technologies and IP landscapes

• Provide support in post-grant proceedings and standards-essential patent analysis

• Stay current on emerging technology trends and their IP Implications

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in patent preparation and prosecution

• Familiarity with sectors such as wireless telecommunications, AI, semiconductors, electrical hardware/software, cloud computing, or wearable technologies

• Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

• Comfortable working both autonomously and as part of a legal team

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and legal audiences

Education:

• Bachelors or advanced degree in one of the following or closely related fields:

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Computer Engineering

  • Computer Science

  • Physics or Engineering Physics

  • Mechanical Engineering

Certifications:

• Active registration with the USPTO as a Patent Agent (required)

Skills:

• Analytical thinking and attention to technical detail

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Ability to interpret complex inventions and communicate clearly with inventors and examiners

• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving

• Adaptability to new tools, including AI and legal tech platforms

Job Location:

• Denver, Colorado (Hybrid schedule available)

Benefits:

• Flexible hybrid work environment supporting autonomy and in-person collaboration

• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) and wellness programming

• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers, with structured support before and after leave

• Inclusive fertility and family planning benefits

• 401(k) with firm match and retirement planning support

• Continuing education support, including CLE subscriptions and educational reimbursement

• Access to pro bono opportunities and firm-sponsored community involvement initiatives

• Cutting-edge technology infrastructure, including AI-enabled tools and ongoing tech training

• Career development resources including client development training and internal advancement pathways

Expand your practice and enhance your legal career at one of the largest firms in Denver! This firm practices in a wide variety of areas of law, including corporate, litigation, intellectual property, and tax. Associates are treated well and are given significant responsibility and interesting work. This is undoubtedly one of Colorado's most distinguished law firms. This firm has super legal work, very good compensation and really emphasizes lifestyle for the associates who join the firm. A large law firm, with offices throughout the United States, this firm has established itself as one of the key power players in the Colorado legal community. A great number of the attorneys who are a part of this firm are in The Best Lawyers in America. This is undoubtedly one of the best firms to work for in Colorado, and we have heard praises of this firm from virtually every associate we have ever spoken with here. This firm practices in virtually all areas of the law and is strong in most. The largest praises we have heard of this firm are in its corporate and litigation departments.