Patent Prosecution And Litigation Patent Agent

Job Title: Patent Prosecution And Litigation Patent Agent

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking a highly motivated Patent Agent with experience in patent prosecution and litigation to join a dedicated team specializing in Electrical Engineering & Software or Mechanical Engineering. This position is open to qualified candidates looking to contribute to a dynamic practice group, providing exceptional services in patent prosecution, litigation, and other intellectual property matters. The ideal candidate will have a technical background in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields, and experience with patent application drafting and prosecution.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications for a variety of clients, with a focus on electrical engineering, software, and mechanical technologies.
• Support litigation efforts, including patent enforcement, disputes, and trials.
• Review and analyze patent portfolios and provide strategic guidance to clients.
• Collaborate with inventors and technical teams to ensure robust protection of intellectual property.
• Conduct prior art searches, analyze patentability, and prepare responses to office actions.
• Advise clients on patent strategy, infringement risks, and opportunities for patent protection.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of work and communications.
• Work closely with senior attorneys and other professionals in the firm on various IP matters.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in patent prosecution, including the drafting of patent applications.
• A degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related technical field.
• Registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.
• Experience in patent litigation is a plus.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills (both written and oral).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle complex technical concepts.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to working with clients and team members.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.

Certifications:

• U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) registration is required.

Skills:

• Expertise in patent prosecution and application drafting.
• Strong knowledge of patent law, intellectual property regulations, and best practices.
• Experience in patent litigation and IP dispute resolution is a plus.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex technical documents.
• Excellent writing, drafting, and communication abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and 401(k) plan.
• Paid Days Off (PDO) and vacation.
• Potential for discretionary bonus based on performance.

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.