Patent Agent

(Multiple states)

Full Time

Legal

Experienced

We are seeking experienced and highly motivated Patent Agents to join the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Patent Prosecution Practice Group at a top-tier Am Law 100 firm. This is a hybrid position with flexibility to work from one of several major U.S. offices. You will be part of a collaborative, nationally recognized IP practice working on cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
Collaborate with attorneys, inventors, and clients on patent strategy and portfolio development.
Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and infringement analyses.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant technology and changes in patent law.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics.
Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Strong academic credentials and relevant industry or law firm experience.
Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Technical Background:

Experience in electrical engineering or software-related patent prosecution.
Familiarity with technologies such as data science, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, network security, or RF circuitry.
Knowledge of hardware and/or communications security, including encryption technologies.

Salary & Benefits:

Base Salary Range: $110,000 – $190,000, depending on experience and location.
Performance-based annual bonus eligibility.
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Additional Information:

Locations: Positions are available in Atlanta, Denver, Houston, Kansas City, Phoenix, San Francisco, Seattle, St. Louis, and Washington, DC.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid – approximately 2–3 days per week onsite as needed.

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