Patent Agent

Job Overview

A law firm is seeking a highly skilled Patent Agent to join its team. The ideal candidate will have an engineering or computer science degree, at least two years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution, and the ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and clients in various industries, including medical devices and electronics. 

Location

• Charlotte, NC

Duties

• Collaborate with attorneys and clients across various industries, including medical devices and electronics.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications for U.S. and international patents.
• Build and manage patent portfolios, working with attorneys to meet diverse client needs.
• Conduct due diligence investigations, including freedom-to-operate and landscape analyses.
• Provide technical expertise and patent law insight to clients and the firm’s legal teams.
• Analyze complex technologies in mechanical, electrical, biomedical, or related fields.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Undergraduate degree in engineering or computer science (mechanical, electrical, biomedical, or related fields preferred).
• Strong academic credentials with excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Preferred: Registered to practice before the USPTO.
• Preferred: Experience in patent prosecution in the mechanical, electrical, or biomedical fields.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Education

• Undergraduate degree in engineering or computer science (e.g., mechanical, electrical, biomedical, or related fields).

Certifications

• Registration to practice before the USPTO (preferred).

Skills

• Strong patent drafting and prosecution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to conduct thorough due diligence investigations and analyses.
• Knowledge of patent laws and procedures in the U.S. and internationally.
• Technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, biomedical, or related engineering fields.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Flexible work options, including remote and hybrid work arrangements.
• Collaborative and dynamic team environment.

This Vault ranked firm promotes high level work, commitment to pro bono work, and great colleagues and clients. The firm provides creative solutions to complex legal and business problems while offering value-added service to its clients. Amongst its hallmarks are flexibility, practical business sense, and tireless advocacy. The firm is large enough to ensure promptness of service, yet personal enough to maintain the established reputation for individual attention. The firm values relationships, collaboration, thinking ahead, leadership within the profession, and helping those in need through pro bono and community service.