Job Description
Job DescriptionPatent Agent / Technical Specialist
Locations: Austin, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Fort Worth, Houston, New York, Orange County, Palo Alto, San Antonio, San Francisco, Tysons, Washington, D.C.
Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with 2+ years of patent prosecution experience to join a leading national law firm and its growing Intellectual Property practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled professional with a background in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or physics to work on sophisticated patent matters for innovative clients.
Position Overview
The ideal candidate will have well-developed experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications, along with technical expertise in wireless telecommunications standards, signal processing, or computer networking. Candidates should have a strong technical foundation and the ability to translate complex technologies into clear and effective patent applications.
Responsibilities
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Prepare and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
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Draft high-quality patent applications, including specifications, claims, and related documents.
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Develop and execute patent prosecution strategies.
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Analyze patentability and assist with prior art and technical research.
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Communicate complex technical concepts clearly through written patent applications and prosecution documents.
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Work closely with attorneys, inventors, and clients to understand technologies and develop effective patent strategies.
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Assist with responding to Office Actions and other patent prosecution matters.
Qualifications
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2+ years of patent prosecution experience.
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Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a closely related technical field.
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Well-developed skills in patent application preparation and prosecution.
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Technical or patent experience involving wireless telecommunications standards, signal processing, or computer networking required.
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Strong technical writing and analytical skills.
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Excellent attention to detail and ability to understand and communicate complex technologies.
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Patent Bar registration/admission preferred for Patent Agent candidates.
Compensation
The anticipated starting base salary range is $110,000–$180,000 annually, with actual compensation determined based on skills, experience, and other job-related factors.