Patent Prosecution And Litigation Patent Agent

Job Title: Patent Prosecution And Litigation Patent Agent

Job Location: Durham, NC (or other southeast U.S. locations)

Job Overview:
A law firm is currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Patent Agent to join their Patent Prosecution & Litigation practice, focusing on the Chemical, Pharma, and Biotech sectors. The ideal candidate will have expertise in patent prosecution and litigation, with a background in chemical engineering or chemistry. This position offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of professionals on a variety of complex and impactful patent matters.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications related to chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotech innovations.
• Assist with patent litigation, including supporting trial preparation and document management.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to provide strategic counsel on patent portfolios and IP rights.
• Conduct prior art searches and assist with patentability assessments.
• Prepare legal documents, including office action responses, patent applications, and supporting materials.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to provide the best possible service to clients.

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in patent prosecution or litigation.
• IP experience, including patent application drafting and prosecution.
• A background in chemical engineering, chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive approach and ability to work effectively in a team setting.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Advanced degrees (e.g., MS, Ph.D.) or relevant work experience are highly preferred.

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent prosecution processes and best practices.
• Strong technical and legal writing skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of the patent law landscape, particularly within the chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Job Location:

• Durham, NC

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and 401(k) with company matching.
• Paid Days Off (PDO) and vacation.
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment that promotes professional growth.

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.