Patent Agent

About the role

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience as Patent Agent and at least an undergraduate degree, preferably an advanced degree, in electrical or computer engineering. Candidates should have technical experience in telecommunications, electronic circuit design, signal processing, computer engineering, and/or software. A strong academic background and excellent writing and communication skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications in the United States and internationally
• Conduct patentability searches and freedom-to-operate analyses
• Provide technical support to clients and colleagues
• Participate in client meetings and consultations
• Manage a portfolio of patents and trademarks

Requirements

• Admitted to practice before the USPTO
• Technical experience in telecommunications, electronic circuit design, signal processing, computer engineering, and/or software
• Strong academic background
• Excellent writing and communication skills

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree, preferably an advanced degree, in electrical or computer engineering
• Experience in telecommunications, electronic circuit design, signal processing, computer engineering, and/or software

Skills

• Strong academic background
• Excellent writing and communication skills

Benefits

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Saul Ewing. We are committed to fostering a culture where each attorney and business professional feels comfortable being their true self and focusing on what really matters – serving our clients. We recognize that embracing diverse perspectives, providing fair and equitable opportunities, and offering firmwide, ongoing diversity, equity, and inclusion education enriches the quality of the legal services we provide to our clients.

Pay

The anticipated pay range for this role is $140,000 - $180,000.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Contact

To apply, please visit Saul Ewing’s Careers page through the View Legal Careers link and include a cover letter, resume, transcript, and writing sample. Legal Recruiters should contact Lori Miceli at Lori.Miceli@saul.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Saul Ewing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek qualified applicants and make personnel decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.