Patent Agent

A law firm in Cleveland, is seeking a Patent Agent with a strong technical background in hard science. The ideal candidate will have 9 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications, conducting IP due diligence, and performing FTO analyses. Post-grant experience is considered advantageous. The successful candidate should possess excellent academic credentials, superior organizational and communication skills, a demonstrated commitment to exceptional client service, and a creative and entrepreneurial perspective on intellectual property.

Duties:
• Draft and prosecute patent applications in various technical fields.
• Conduct intellectual property due diligence and freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses.
• Provide support in litigation and post-grant proceedings related to intellectual property.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to develop and implement patent strategies.

Requirements:
• Advanced degree in Engineering (Ph.D. preferred; Master’s degree with substantial industry experience will be considered).
• Experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Familiarity with conducting IP due diligence and FTO analyses.
• Some experience in post-grant proceedings is advantageous.
• Strong academic record.

Education:
Advanced degree in hard science (Ph.D. preferred; Master’s degree with substantial industry experience will be considered).

Certifications:
Patent Agent registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is preferred.

Skills:
• Excellent organizational and communication skills (written and oral).
• Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service.
• Creative and entrepreneurial perspective on intellectual property.

With nearly 100 years of success in the bag, this full-service firm definitely has what it takes. Known for a cohesive partnership among the firm's leadership, the Washington office of this mid-west firm has a surprisingly large amount of lawyers--in the hundreds--with a full service practice. Although the firm is primarily Ohio-centered, the DC office allows it to secure a prominent place on the national scene. Moreover, ethics and diversity are the linchpins of this firm's culture and have historically been core values that are carried out day to day in the firm's offices. Progressive in management and client service, look to this firm to continue to develop its intellectual property practice in Washington, DC. This firm emphasizes a client-centered approach by team-oriented attorneys dedicated to upholding the profession's highest ethical standards.