1-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:

A law firm seeks a Junior to Mid-Level Patent Agent to join its dynamic team in Denver, CO. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, with at least 2 years of prosecution experience at a firm or in-house for associate applicants. The firm values individuals who possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills can work independently and collaboratively and are adaptable to evolving job requirements.

Duties:

• Conduct patent prosecution activities, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications, as well as preparing responses to office actions.
• Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to gather necessary information for patent filings.
• Participate in patent analysis, opinions of counsel, and Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) as needed.
• Stay updated on evolving patent laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Work under pressure to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality work.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of prosecution experience at a law firm or in-house (for associate applicants).
• Experience writing patent applications or office actions is strongly preferred (for engineer or agent applicants).
• Undergraduate Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Strong preference for a Computer Science and/or software background.
• Hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Optics, Biomedical Engineering with an electrical emphasis, or Physics.
• Graduate-level experience or an advanced technical degree is a plus.
• Involvement with patent analysis/opinions of counsel and IPRs is a plus.
• Admission to the USPTO is a plus.

Skills:

• Ability to learn and adapt to new skills and best practices.
• Strong ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective collaboration within a team and independence in work tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships across all levels of the Firm.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Confidentiality management and discretion in sensitive situations.
• Confidence in identifying and analyzing issues, making decisions, and initiating solutions.
• Agility to respond to unexpected challenges with innovative solutions while maintaining professionalism and composure.

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Graduate-level experience or an advanced technical degree is a plus.

Certifications:

• Admission to the USPTO is a plus.

Job Location:

• Denver, CO

Benefits offered:

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical; Dental; Vision Care.
• Health Savings Accounts; Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness Program; Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Competitive Base Pay; Outstanding Benefits.
• Unlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid Holidays.
• Performance Recognition; ABA, State, and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement.
• Planning for the Future; 401(k) with Company Match.
• Short-Term Disability Plan; Long-Term Disability Plan.
• Life Insurance; Critical Illness Insurance.
• Parental/Family Leave.
• Respected Organization with a Collaborative Culture.
• Growing Firm with an Exciting Future.
• Healthy Work-Life Balance.
• Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remotely up to days per week).
• Contemporary Work Environment.
• Positive and Respectful Work Climate.

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