Patent Agent

A law firm seeks a patent agent for its Falls Church, VA, location.

Job Overview:

The Patent Agent will apply scientific principles and specialized knowledge to assist in the technical study, research, and analysis of technologies involved in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Duties:

• Conducting prior art searches and patentability analyses.
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Assisting attorneys in preparing legal documents related to patent prosecution.
• Providing technical expertise and guidance on patent matters.

Requirements:

• Doctorate (Ph.D.) degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, or closely related field.
• 2 years of experience as a patent attorney or patent agent.
• Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office as a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent.

Education:

• Doctorate (Ph.D.) degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, or closely related field.

Certifications:

• Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office as a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of scientific principles and technologies.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and legal documents.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

This small/mid-sized Virginia law firm handles all aspects of patent, trademark, copyright and unfair competition causes, including litigation, ex parte practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, inter parte practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and practice before the U.S. Copyright Office. The firm has associates throughout the world to assist its clients in obtaining protection and advice with regard to patents, trademarks and copyrights on a worldwide basis. Attorneys of the firm have degrees in electrical, electronic, chemical, mechanical and civil engineering, and chemistry, as well as biotechnology. Attorneys enjoy a friendly small firm atmosphere, but work very hard and receive market salaries.