Patent Agent Or Patent Technical Specialist

Job Title: Patent Agent/Technical Specialist

Job Overview: A law firm based in Irvine, CA, seeks a motivated Patent Agent or Technical Specialist to support its legal team in patent prosecution matters. The role involves analyzing invention disclosures, conducting patent searches, drafting patent applications, and managing patent portfolios under the supervision of attorneys. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of relevant experience, fluency in Korean, and a strong background in life sciences.

Duties:

• Analyze invention disclosures and perform patent searches
• Draft patent applications and prepare office action responses
• Manage patent portfolios and dockets under attorney supervision
• Conduct client communication regarding due dates and project tasks
• Analyze scientific or technical documents for patent assessment
• Prepare information disclosure statements and declarations
• Maintain U.S. and foreign patent prosecution dockets
• Conduct interviews with USPTO examiners
• Stay updated with intellectual property legal developments
• Undertake continuing education to maintain accreditation
• Enter, maintain, and analyze data for firm use

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience as a Technical Specialist/Patent Agent
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Fluent Korean speaker professionally; experience in Korea preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree and advanced degree in life sciences
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and report on research findings
• Strong investigative and problem-solving skills
• Effective relationship-building with all contacts
• Highly organized with experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to collaborate, work independently, and reprioritize
• Excellent writing and analytical skills for providing IP advice

Benefits Offered:

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (25-30 days per year)
• Parental Leave (18 weeks, six paid)
• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
• Perks including Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discounts
• All other benefits required by law

A serious Big Law heavyweight with an especially solid reputation in the Pacific Northwest and the Mid-Atlantic regions, this firm excels in multiple arenas, from billion-dollar transactions to high-stakes litigation, and everything in between. These days, the firm is prioritizing international expansion, with offices opening across Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Asia, in a move that is sure to bring more cross-border work and multinational clients. Known for its friendly culture, working at this firm means collaborating with brilliant minds and extraordinary individuals.