Intellectual Property Patent Engineer Or Patent Agent

Job Title: Intellectual Property Patent Engineer or Patent Agent

Job Overview
A law firm in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Patent Engineer or Registered Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property (IP) group. This position offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse client base while assisting attorneys with patent prosecution and intellectual property matters. The ideal candidate will possess strong academic credentials, technical expertise, and a commitment to excellence.

Duties

• Assist attorneys in drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications in various technologies.
• Conduct technical research and analysis to support patent prosecution and litigation.
• Review and analyze invention disclosures for patentability.
• Prepare responses to office actions issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to develop IP strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all patent laws, rules, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of client communications and filings.

Requirements

• 1-5 years of experience in patent prosecution.
• Strong technical background in mechanical engineering.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Education

• Undergraduate degree or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.

Skills

• Strong understanding of patent prosecution processes and intellectual property law.
• Proficiency in conducting patentability and prior art searches.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in drafting technical documents and patent applications.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Job Location

• Milwaukee, WI

This large firm operates like a small law firm, with offices across the nation, and the quality of its attorneys and work is high. The firm's lawyers try cases all over the nations, and try more cases than most firms in the country. The firm hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools. The pay is average, but the billable requirement is reasonable. People work hard, but the firm realizes that quality of life is just as important. The firm handles virtually all types of litigation and transactional law. It has been a legal powerhouse in the Midwest for a long time. The size allows the firm to handle the most complex transactions and cases, and its clients include many Fortune 500 companies. Associates are allowed to choose the practice areas and specific assignments that interest them, and they will be challenged with responsibility and client contact.