Junior/Mid-Level Patent Agent

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior/Mid-Level Patent Agent to join its Patent Development & Strategy practice in Reston, VA. The ideal candidate will have a background in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering and be registered with the USPTO.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in technology-related fields.
• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to develop patent protection strategies.
• Conduct prior art, patentability, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Support IP due diligence and portfolio management matters.
• Assist attorneys with client counseling and strategic patent matters.

Requirements

• 2+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications.
• Experience preparing responses to Office Actions and conducting patentability analyses.
• Prior experience in a law firm or in-house intellectual property environment preferred.
• Experience with due diligence, opinions, freedom-to-operate analyses, licensing, and related patent counseling work is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

Certifications

• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) required.

Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Sound business judgment and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306