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Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Technical Specialist / Patent Agent - Technology

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1-8 yrs required

Full-time

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Job Overview: A prominent law firm is seeking a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group. The role involves managing various aspects of patent applications, from preparation and filing to prosecution before the . Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal services to both domestic and international clients, with significant client responsibilities. This position allows for a hybrid work schedule and offers exposure to a wide range of intellectual property matters.

Location:

• Costa Mesa, CA

Duties:

• Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Conduct prior art searches and patentability analyses.
• Perform intellectual property (IP) due diligence.
• Engage in client relationship development and practice development activities.
• Draft substantive client correspondence.
• Instruct local counsel for foreign filings and office actions.
• Assist with patent clearance studies and patent-related opinion work.
• Analyze scientific or technical documents to assess patentability, novelty, and inventiveness.
• Convert provisional applications into utility applications and handle . to foreign application conversions, and vice versa.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience prosecuting or examining patent applications, with a focus on electrical arts (experience in display and battery technology, and optics is preferred).
• Excellent writing, research, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (or graduate degree) in electrical engineering preferred. Degrees in computer science, physics, computer engineering, or mechanical engineering will also be considered.

Certifications:

• Registered to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office or eligible to sit for the USPTO patent agent exam.

Skills:

• Strong expertise in life sciences, particularly molecular biology, cell biology, and/or biochemistry.
• Ability to analyze and apply advanced concepts to patent clearance and IP-related projects.
• Strong client management skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Benefits:

• Hybrid in-office/remote work schedule.
• Competitive salary, with ranges depending on location.
• Annual discretionary bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program, Work/Life Services, and Bright Horizons Back-Up Child Care.
• 9 paid holidays, 2 personal days, and up to 20 vacation days per year.
• Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability leave, and bereavement leave.
• Law school tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees.

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