Patent Agent

Job Title: Patent Agent

Job Overview

A prominent law firm in Atlanta, GA, seeks a highly skilled Patent Agent with 3-6 years of experience to join its Intellectual Property team. This role focuses on patent prosecution, particularly in mechanical engineering or related fields, and offers an excellent opportunity to grow within a dynamic legal environment.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications across a variety of technologies.
• Conduct thorough prior art searches and analyze patentability.
• Collaborate with clients to understand and protect their intellectual property.
• Review and manage patent portfolios to maintain compliance.
• Provide guidance and support for patent litigation and other IP-related matters.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of patent prosecution experience, including drafting patent applications.
• Proven ability to manage complex IP matters independently and efficiently.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.

Certifications

• Active registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
• Familiarity with IP software and legal research tools.

Job Location

• Atlanta, GA

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Paid time off, including vacation and personal days.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Potential performance-based discretionary bonuses.

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.