Patent Attorney / Patent Agent

About the Role

As a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent at EIP, you will take a leading role in the drafting and prosecution of high-technology patent applications before the USPTO. The primary focus of the role is software and artificial intelligence – two of the most dynamic and commercially important technology areas in the patent landscape – with additional opportunities to contribute to opinion, validity, and pre-litigation work. You will work directly with clients and inventors, managing a docket of matters from application through all stages of USPTO prosecution, and collaborating with colleagues across EIP's European offices to service our international client portfolio.

What You'll Do

• Draft and prosecute software and AI patent applications before the USPTO from initial filing through allowance
• Respond to office actions, including preparation of claim amendments, arguments, and Examiner interviews
• Manage PCT applications and coordinate with foreign associates on international prosecution and national phase entries
• Aid with freedom-to-operate (FTO), patentability, validity, invalidity, and infringement/non-infringement opinions
• Support pre-litigation, ex parte reexamination, reissue, and other post-grant work as it may arise
• Build and maintain direct client relationships, including inventor meetings, portfolio reporting, and strategic IP counseling
• Contribute to business development and help grow EIP's Denver-based US practice

What You'll Bring

• Registration to practice before the USPTO (patent agent or patent attorney)
• A Bachelor's degree (BS) in a relevant technical discipline such as physics, electrical engineering, or computer engineering/computer science, combined with strong, relevant technical experience
• Experience with physics-based inventions such as quantum computing is advantageous
• Experience using AI tools in patent practice is viewed favorably, as is exposure to other emerging technology areas
• 2–5 years of practical experience in patent drafting and prosecution, including substantive experience in software and AI patents
• For attorney roles: J.D. from an accredited US law school and state bar admission (or eligibility)
• Strong legal drafting skills with the ability to write technically precise and strategically positioned claims
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage a busy docket under deadline pressure
• Congfident, direct communication skills with clients, inventors, and cross-functional colleagues
• Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working within an international team

Why EIP

• A more human approach to billable hours
• High-quality, technically complex work
• International exposure
• Meritocratic, inclusive culture
• An innovative, AI-forward firm
• Clear career progression – including for agents
• A diverse and inclusive place to work

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $130,000 – $250,000 (dependent on role, qualification, and experience)
• Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with employer match; life, AD&D, short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) insurance; generous PTO and paid holidays; and discretionary bonus potential.
• Fully remote working available if preferred – with the option to use our Denver office and dedicated workspace if desired
• Support for continuing legal education (CLE) and professional development