Patent Agent/Technical Specialist

Job Overview

A leading law firm is seeking Patent Agent and Technical Specialist to join its growing Intellectual Property (IP) practice. The firm offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth, significant client contact, and access to a diverse range of technical industries. 

Location

• Cincinnati, OH 

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications in various technical fields.
• Draft patent applications that clearly describe complex inventions, with a focus on legal support for patentability.
• Conduct patent prosecution to secure allowances, maintaining clear and concise records.
• Advise clients on patent law issues, including subject matter eligibility and proactive strategies.
• Manage client relationships, meeting both their needs and budgetary constraints.
• Collaborate in a team-oriented setting with opportunities for client engagement and ongoing training.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in patent application preparation and prosecution.
• Proven experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications, with sample work to demonstrate proficiency.
• Familiarity with current patent law issues, especially subject matter eligibility, and the ability to develop strategic approaches.

Education

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Materials Science.

Certifications

• USPTO registration number and good standing with the USPTO (for Patent Agent candidates).

Skills

• Strong technical background, especially in computer software, machine learning, or wireless telecommunications.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to describe complex inventions and draft persuasive patent prosecution documents.
• Self-starter with proactive communication and career management skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with a desire to work in a collegial environment.

Benefits

• Professional Development: Emphasis on training and opportunities for significant client contact.
• Flexible Work Options: Option to work remotely, with access to nationwide offices and resources.

Associates praise this firms far-reaching fields and plentiful offering of growth opportunities. They also cite the variety of substantial assignments and an atmosphere that values hard work - with a pay and bonus structure to match. And an enjoyable facet of the firms culture, they say, is that the workplace is social and that associates are collegial.