Patent Prosecution & Litigation Patent Agent/Technical Advisor

About the role

A highly respected national law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Agent or Technical Advisor to join its Patent Prosecution & Litigation Practice Group on the Software & Electrical Engineering Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled professional who enjoys working on sophisticated patent matters involving cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
• Work closely with attorneys, inventors, and clients to develop strong patent portfolios.
• Conduct patent analysis and provide technical support for patent prosecution and litigation matters.
• Draft responses to USPTO Office Actions and assist with strategic patent counseling.
• Support intellectual property matters involving advanced software and electrical engineering technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality legal and technical work.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO is preferred for Patent Agent candidates.
• Experience with one or more of the following technologies is highly desired:
  • 5G and 6G wireless communications
  • 3GPP standards
  • Memory devices
  • Semiconductor technologies
• Candidates with relevant technical training or industry experience in these areas are also encouraged to apply.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.