About the Role
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Patent Agent with 3+ years of experience to join its expanding Intellectual Property practice. The successful candidate will work with innovative technology companies on sophisticated patent matters involving next-generation communications, artificial intelligence, automotive systems, software, and other advanced technologies. This role offers significant client interaction, challenging technical work, and excellent long-term career growth.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and prosecute complex U.S. and international patent applications.
- Conduct patentability, prior art, and patent landscape analyses.
- Collaborate directly with inventors, engineers, and scientists to develop strategic patent portfolios.
- Communicate with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and foreign patent offices throughout the prosecution process.
- Advise clients on patent strategy and intellectual property protection.
- Work closely with attorneys and technical professionals across a collaborative national IP practice.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in patent prosecution, including U.S. and global applications.
- Registered to practice before the USPTO.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Experience with 5G/6G, AI/ML, Video Compression, EV's automotive software technologies.
- Familiarity with patent databases and tools.
- Ability to conduct freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses, advise on patentability, and manage patent portfolios.
Skills
- Patent Prosecution
- Patentability Analysis
- Prior Art Analysis
- Patent Landscape Analysis
- Strategic Patent Portfolio Development
- Client Advising
- Intellectual Property Protection
- 5G/6G Wireless Communications
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Automotive Technologies
- Software & Computer Systems
- Electronics & Semiconductor Technologies
- Emerging Electrical & Computer Technologies
- Patent Databases
- Patent Tools
- Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) Analysis
Location
- NYC
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 3+ years of patent prosecution experience
Education Level
- Electrical Engineering degree
- Computer Science degree
- Computer Engineering degree
- Physics degree
- Related degrees
Salary/Compensations
- $150,000 to $200,000
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Bonus potential based on performance and productivity.
- Strong retirement planning.
- Generous leave.
- Hybrid flexibility.
About the Company
- A nationally recognized law firm with a leading national Intellectual Property practice.
