Patent Agent/Technical Specialist

Profile

A law firm seeks Patent Agents and Technical Specialists to join its expanding intellectual property practice in Berwyn, PA. This position offers the flexibility of remote work and focuses on supporting clients across a range of technical industries by preparing and prosecuting patent applications. The firm values a collegial atmosphere, providing significant training and opportunities for client interaction.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications, ensuring clear and comprehensive representation of complex inventions.
• Draft persuasive legal arguments to address office actions and secure patent allowances with minimal prosecution history.
• Develop proactive strategies to navigate issues in patent law, such as subject matter eligibility.
• Meet client needs and internal productivity targets efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain active communication with clients and team members ensuring deadlines and expectations are met.
• Engage in continuous professional development and training to enhance technical and legal expertise.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear, detailed, and persuasive patent applications and office action responses.
• Strong understanding of current issues in patent law and strategies to address them.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines, managing client budgets, and achieving internal goals.
• Self-starter with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Education

• A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in one of the following technical disciplines:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Computer Engineering
  • Data Science
  • Physics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Materials Science

Certifications

• Active registration number and good standing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) (required for Patent Agent candidates).

Skills

• Proficiency in technical areas such as computer software, machine learning, and wireless telecommunications.
• Strong legal writing skills, including drafting clear and comprehensive documents.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for addressing complex legal and technical issues.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to career and professional growth.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with one of the nation’s fastest-growing intellectual property practices.
• Training and development within a supportive, collegial atmosphere.
• Significant client contact and engagement with a diverse range of technical industries.

This role is ideal for individuals with technical expertise and a passion for intellectual property law, seeking to contribute to a dynamic and growing IP practice.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306