Semiconductor Patent Drafting Agent

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a highly skilled Semiconductor Patent Drafting Agent to join their team in Fairfax, VA. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in patent preparation and prosecution, with a focus on semiconductor technologies. They should demonstrate strong technical knowledge, exceptional writing abilities, and practical communication skills.

Duties:

• Conduct patent drafting and prosecution tasks related to semiconductor technologies.
• Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to understand patent requirements and specifications.
• Prepare technical documents, including patent applications, responses to office actions, and related correspondence.
• Perform patent research and analysis to support drafting efforts.
• Assist in patent portfolio management and strategy development.
• Stay updated on relevant patent laws, regulations, and industry trends.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5+ years of recent patent preparation experience, specifically in semiconductor technologies.
• Technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, or equivalent.
• USPTO registration as a Patent Agent.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional writing skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in learning and utilizing proprietary software tools.
• Team player with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
• Former Examiner experience is a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, or equivalent.

Certifications:

• USPTO registration as a Patent Agent.

Skills:

• Patent preparation and prosecution in semiconductor technologies.
• Technical writing and document drafting.
• Patent research and analysis.
• Communication and collaboration.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adaptability and quick learning.
• Proficiency in proprietary software tools.

Based in Fairfax, VA, this intellectual property boutique law firm is over a decade old with 10 qualified attorneys as a part of the team. Its practice areas include patent preparation, patent quality support, patent prosecution and re-examination, and patent analysis and opinions. Quality, service and experience are what this firm believes in and focuses on. The professional staff of IP attorneys and patent agents at the firm handle every client's needs efficiently.