Patent Agent

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Job Title: Patent Agent

Job Overview: A law firm in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a skilled Patent Agent to work closely with their Intellectual Property (IP) team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in patent application drafting and prosecution and a solid technical background in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering. They will assist in various patent-related tasks, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications, conducting patent searches, and supporting litigation matters.

Duties:

• Collaborate with the IP team to draft and prosecute patent applications before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
• Assist IP attorneys in representing clients involved in Patent Office proceedings, patent litigation, and general patent prosecution matters
• Complete patentability assessments and conduct third-party patent searches
• Perform patent diligence for mergers and acquisitions
• Support the IP team with patent clearance and enforcement projects as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering
• 3+ years of intellectual property experience in patent transactional matters
• USPTO registration number
• Advanced technical degree preferred
• Strong patent application drafting and prosecution experience
• Well-developed patent database search skills
• Substantive academic and professional knowledge in relevant fields
• Excellent time management skills, able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Certifications:

• USPTO registration number

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent application drafting and prosecution
• Advanced technical knowledge in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering
• Ability to conduct thorough patent searches
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities

Location: Atlanta, GA

Benefits Offered: The firm offers a generous total compensation package with bonuses and raises awarded based on individual merit. Eligible employees may participate in the comprehensive benefits program, including health and wellness plans, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a health savings account, a 401(k) plan, a profit-sharing plan, discount programs, backup childcare support, and a substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306