Patent Agent

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Atlanta, GA, seeks a motivated Patent Agent with 2-6 years of legal experience specializing in intellectual property (IP) law. The ideal candidate will have a background in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field, with specific experience in drafting and patent prosecution. Design engineering experience within a chip company and expertise in networking, software, and 3G/4G/5G wireless networks are highly desirable.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Conduct patentability and prior art searches.
• Assist in patent prosecution proceedings before the USPTO.
• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to assess inventions and determine patent strategies.
• Conduct patent landscape analyses and freedom-to-operate searches.
• Stay updated with relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends in intellectual property.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of legal experience.
• Experience in intellectual property law, specifically in drafting and patent prosecution.
• Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Design engineering experience with a chip company is a plus.
• Familiarity with networking, software, and 3G/4G/5G wireless networks preferred.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Bar licensure in California is advantageous.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as a Patent Agent.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in drafting patent applications and legal documents.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with patent database software and other relevant tools.

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