EE Patent Agent

A law firm in Boulder is seeking an EE Patent Agent to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, preferably with a degree in Electrical Engineering. Candidates with exceptional qualifications in Physics, Computer Science, or other Engineering disciplines will also be considered. Experience in wireless communications is a plus.

Job Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in the field of Electrical Engineering.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate searches and analyses.
• Assist with patent portfolio management and strategy.
• Collaborate with inventors, patent attorneys, and clients to secure intellectual property rights.
• Provide technical and legal research and analysis on various patent-related matters.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding patent prosecution strategies and outcomes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degrees are a plus.
• 1-2 years of experience working as a Patent Agent or in a related role.
• Strong understanding of patent law and USPTO procedures.
• Eligibility to practice before the USPTO.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Technical expertise in Electrical Engineering principles and applications.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality work.
• Team player with the ability to work independently when necessary.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field.

Benefits Offered: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package starting from the date of hire, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Enhanced parental leave for primary and non-primary caregivers.
• Automatic Off Ramp/On Ramp program for parental leave.
• Inclusive fertility and family benefits.
• Voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and long-term care insurances.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

This is undoubtedly one of Colorado's most distinguished law firms. This firm has super legal work, very good compensation and really emphasizes lifestyle for the associates who join the firm. A large law firm, with offices throughout the United States, this firm has established itself as one of the key power players in the Colorado legal community. A great number of the attorneys who are a part of this firm are in The Best Lawyers in America. This is undoubtedly one of the best firms to work for in Colorado, and we have heard praises of this firm from virtually every associate we have ever spoken with here. This firm practices in virtually all areas of the law and is strong in most. The largest praises we have heard of this firm are in its corporate and litigation departments.