Patent Agent needed for San Francisco office

2-11 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Agent to join the team in San Francisco. The Patent Agent II will play a crucial role in various aspects of patent research, application preparation, prosecution, and portfolio management, leveraging their strong scientific background and legal expertise.

Job Overview:

• Assist in patent research, application drafting, and submission processes.
• Manage patent portfolios with minimal attorney oversight and provide direct client support throughout the patent process.
• Provide substantive support for patent enforcement, licensing, and business transactions.

Duties:

• Draft and prepare patent applications for submission to the USPTO with limited attorney supervision.
• Review and respond to communications from the USPTO and foreign patent offices under moderate attorney review.
• Interact directly with clients, providing guidance and support throughout the patent process.
• Assist in the preparation of patentability, validity, freedom to operate, and infringement opinions.
• Conduct complex patent and literature searches on internet databases.
• Provide substantive support to attorneys in more complex research and analysis tasks.
• Assist in patent litigation matters as needed.
• Provide guidance and training to IP support professionals on procedures and requirements.

Requirements:

• Passed Patent Bar Exam and registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.
• Advanced scientific degree (., .) or Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline with relevant experience.
• 4-7 years of patent agent experience.
• In-depth understanding of patentability requirements and patent law.
• Familiarity with leading cases affecting patent law and their application.
• Knowledge of patent litigation processes.
• Ability to conduct and evaluate complex patent and literature searches effectively.

Education:

Advanced scientific degree (., .) or Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline with relevant experience.

Certifications:

Passed Patent Bar Exam and registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to draft complex patent applications and responses with minimal attorney oversight.
• Proficiency in managing patent portfolios effectively.
• Detail-oriented approach to patent prosecution and portfolio management.
• Ability to interact effectively with clients and provide guidance throughout the patent process.

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