Mid-Level Product Design And User Interface Patent Agent

Job Title: Mid-Level Product Design and User Interface Patent Agent

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a highly qualified Mid-Level Product Design and User Interface Patent Agent to join their dynamic intellectual property team in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate will possess strong academic credentials, technical expertise, and a proven track record in patent preparation and prosecution. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with engineers, inventors, and attorneys, leveraging their knowledge of advanced technologies such as software, artificial intelligence, IoT, and quantum technologies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Conduct technical patent research and analyze inventions to assess patentability and freedom to operate
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel to develop patent strategies and ensure strong IP protection
• Review and draft patent-related documents, including patent applications, responses to office actions, and legal opinions
• Conduct patent infringement analysis and provide risk assessments for potential litigation
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving technologies and trends in the patent landscape
• Provide strategic counsel on IP-related matters, including portfolio management, due diligence, and licensing opportunities
• Assist in litigation support, including patent invalidity and non-infringement analysis, when necessary
• Ensure compliance with USPTO regulations and deadlines

Requirements:

• 2+ years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience in a law firm or industry setting
• Experience with technologies related to software, artificial intelligence, IoT, networking, and quantum technologies
• Strong technical understanding and ability to interface with technical experts in physics, electrical engineering, or computer science fields
• Proven experience drafting high-quality patent applications and responses to USPTO office actions
• Exceptional writing, communication, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in work

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (required)
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school (required)
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) (required)

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with patent prosecution in fields such as artificial intelligence, IoT, and quantum technologies
• Knowledge of patent litigation processes and related legal strategies
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with clients, engineers, and team members
• Advanced proficiency in patent-related research tools and databases
• Strategic mindset for IP portfolio development and management

Location:

Los Angeles, CA

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.