Patent Agent needed for Pittsburgh office

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking a highly qualified Patent Agent with expertise in electrical engineering, computer science, or applied physics. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting and prosecuting patent applications for high-tech innovations across various technology sectors. This position offers the opportunity to engage in patent litigation, post-grant proceedings, and other intellectual property matters while working within a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Location:

• Pittsburgh

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in the fields of software, hardware, semiconductors, telecommunications, autonomous vehicles, AI, machine learning, robotics, and blockchain.
• Support intellectual property due diligence and patent landscape analyses.
• Assist in patent litigation and post-grant proceedings (IPR, PGR, interferences).
• Provide legal support for a wide range of IP matters relating to cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborate with team members and clients, offering expertise on patent prosecution and other IP-related services.

Requirements:

• USPTO registration.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, applied physics, or a related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong academic background with a keen interest in teamwork, client interaction, and assuming significant responsibility.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, applied physics, or a related field.

Certifications:

• USPTO registration is required.

Skills:

• Expertise in patent prosecution for high-tech industries.
• Strong written and oral communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to handle complex IP issues and provide strategic legal counsel.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities and potential for advancement.
• Collaborative work environment with client-facing responsibilities.

Associates say that this Vault 20 law firm offers consistently substantive work across all levels of seniority and a collegial atmosphere. The prestigious firm, which has offices located across the country, provides valuable training and abundant mentorship opportunities to its associates, as well as a partner-track atmosphere that strives for high associate retention. Associates also praise the firm for its generous pro-bono and face-time policies.