Patent Agent

1-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is a full-service law firm with more than 230 attorneys serving clients in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and Illinois. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, small and medium-sized businesses, financial institutions, and individuals. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the highest quality legal services and building lasting relationships.

Salary Information:

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Generous vacation and paid time off policy
401(k) plan with firm match
Continuing education and professional development opportunities
Flexible work arrangements available

Job Title: Patent Agent - Warner Norcross + Judd LLP

Experience Information:

Minimum of one year of experience in patent prosecution at a law firm or in-house
Bachelor's degree in science or engineering required
USPTO or bar admission required

Responsibilities:

Draft and prosecute patents with guidance from partners in the IP practice group
Conduct thorough searches for scientific literature, patents, and patent application documents
Analyze and provide insightful opinions on scientific data and compare inventions with existing discoveries
Compose comprehensive patent applications and draft responses to rejections from patent offices
Work with clients to procure patent protection and build IP portfolios

Education and Training:

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering
USPTO or bar admission required
Experience in scientific writing and analyzing abstract concepts and terms
Ability to balance multiple priorities and work effectively in team settings

H1: Join Our Team as a Patent Agent at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP

H2: About Warner Norcross + Judd LLP

Bold Headline: Seeking Experienced Patent Agent for Dynamic IP Practice Group at Leading Law Firm

Are you a skilled Patent Agent looking for a new opportunity? Look no further than Warner Norcross + Judd LLP! We are currently seeking a Patent Agent to join our team at our Detroit or Grand Rapids office. In this role, you will work with our experienced team of registered patent attorneys and agents to draft and prosecute patents for our clients.

At Warner, we pride ourselves on our deep bench strength and technical expertise. Our patent team is comprised of individuals with technical backgrounds, including both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as prior work experience as engineers and specialists in various fields. This allows us to truly understand and appreciate the technical considerations and practicalities of patent issues, making us a top choice for clients in need of patent protection and strategic guidance.

As a Patent Agent with Warner, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of innovative and cutting-edge technologies, collaborating with clients to build and protect their IP portfolios. Your responsibilities will include assessing scientific literature, drafting patent applications, and responding to rejections from patent offices, among other tasks. We value attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team setting, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities to support our employees.

If you have at least one year of experience in patent prosecution at a law firm or in-house, as well as a Bachelor's degree in science or engineering, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. USPTO or bar admission is also required. Join our team at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP and take your career to the next level!

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