Patent Agent needed for Philadelphia office

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Patent Agent to join their team in Philadelphia. The ideal candidate will work closely with inventors, conduct patent research, and assist in drafting patent applications.

Job Overview:

• Work hand-in-hand with inventors on newly created products
• Assist in the identification of patentable inventions
• Research current patented technologies to best assist clients in patentable work
• Draft patent applications with the assistance of the patent team
• Track the patent application process from initial application to granted patent to ensure the team remains on track
• Complete ability searches regularly
• Solve client challenges and respond to client needs
• Respond to office actions and correspond with the . Patent and Trademark Office
• Consistently meet billable hour requirements

Duties:

• Collaborate with inventors to understand newly developed products
• Identify patentable inventions through thorough analysis and research
• Conduct research on existing patented technologies to inform patentability assessments
• Assist in drafting high-quality patent applications with meticulous attention to detail
• Monitor the progress of patent applications and ensure timely responses to office actions
• Perform ability searches to support patent prosecution efforts
• Address client inquiries and challenges related to patent matters

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering
• Master’s Degree or PhD desired
• 3+ years of professional experience in patent law
• USPTO Registration required
• Backgrounds in electrical engineering or biotechnology preferred

Skills:

• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in legal drafting and documentation
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work well within a team

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