Mid-level Patent Agent

The law firm located in Atlanta is seeking a skilled and experienced Mid-level Patent Agent to join their team. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a high level of academic achievement, possess solid law firm, engineering, or industry experience, and showcase exceptional writing and communication skills. The candidate must hold a degree in electrical engineering or computer science and have a strong background in patent prosecution, particularly in electrical engineering or software-related technologies. Preferred experience includes expertise in data science/AI, networking technologies (with a focus on network security), and/or machine learning/artificial intelligence coupled with hardware security. Admission to the USPTO is mandatory for this role.

Duties:

• Conduct patent preparation and prosecution activities with a focus on electrical engineering and software-related technologies.
• Provide expertise in data science/AI, networking technologies, and machine learning/artificial intelligence, emphasizing hardware security when applicable.
• Collaborate with inventors, attorneys, and clients to gather necessary information for patent applications.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications, responding to office actions and other communications from patent offices.
• Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting intellectual property.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
• Admission to the USPTO.
• 4+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• A solid law firm, engineering, or industry background.

Preferred Experience:

Specialization in patent prosecution related to data science/AI, networking technologies (network security), and machine learning/artificial intelligence with hardware security.

Skills:

• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of patent laws and regulations.
• Ability to conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Proficiency in data science, AI, networking technologies, and machine learning.
• Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.