Patent Agent

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Kansas City, MO. The role involves assisting patent attorneys with patent prosecution, including patentability searches, application preparation, and managing PCT national phase entries, particularly for matters from Japan. Fluency in Japanese is required.

Duties

• Conduct patentability searches and analyses.
• Draft patent applications with the patent team.
• Prepare Information Disclosure Statements for the USPTO.
• Assist with invalidity and clearance searches.
• Develop response strategies to office actions.
• Collaborate with inventors on new products.
• Address client challenges and needs.

Requirements

• 1 year of professional experience; full proficiency in Japanese.
• USPTO Registration required.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or math.
• Master's Degree or PhD preferred.

Certifications

• USPTO Registration required.

Skills

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and confidentiality management.
• Leadership and training capabilities.
• Commitment to continuous learning and teamwork.

Benefits

• Not specified in the source.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306