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Houston, TX, United States

Patent Agent

Attorney

1-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview

A law firm is seeking a skilled Patent Agent to support the Firm's patent prosecution practice. This role will assist the Firm's clients protect their technology by drafting and prosecuting patent applications through the . Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and supporting due diligence activities. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of relevant experience and a solid technical background in a related scientific field.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Manage and coordinate patent prosecution activities, including responding to office actions and communicating with patent examiners.
• Conducted patent searches and provided technical analysis to support patentability assessments.
• Assist with due diligence tasks, including analyzing patent portfolios and preparing reports.
• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and technical experts to develop patent strategies and address complex patent issues.
• Stay current with developments in patent law and technology trends relevant to the Firm's practice areas.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in patent prosecution and intellectual property law.
• Must be registered to practice before the USPTO and be Patent Bar eligible.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet and manage internal and client-driven deadlines.
• Experience in managing assignments from multiple partners and clients effectively.

Education

• Master's Degree or Doctor of Philosophy (.) in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related field.

Certifications

• Registration to practice before the . Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in patent-related software and tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.

Job Location

• Houston, TX

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