Patent Agent

Profile

A law firm located in Great Falls is seeking a Patent Agent with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering (EE), Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or equivalent degree/background. Strong writing and communication skills are essential for this role. Experience in semiconductor, circuit, medical imaging, and/or USPTO matters is considered advantageous.

Duties:

• Assist attorneys in patent prosecution activities, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Conduct prior art searches and assist in providing patentability and infringement opinions.
• Communicate with clients to understand their inventions and assist in developing patent strategies.
• Prepare and file responses to office actions from the USPTO.
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers, and attorneys to understand technical aspects of inventions.
• Conduct interviews with patent examiners to advance patent applications.
• Provide technical and legal support on patent-related matters to attorneys and clients.
• Assist with patent portfolio management and maintenance tasks.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (EE), Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in patent prosecution.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Experience in semiconductor, circuit, medical imaging, and/or USPTO matters is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (EE), Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

Certifications:

USPTO Registration as a Patent Agent.

Skills:

• Patent prosecution
• Prior art searching
• Patentability and infringement opinions
• Client communication and collaboration
• Technical understanding of semiconductor, circuit, and medical imaging technologies
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• USPTO practice and procedure knowledge

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306