Patent Prosecution Associate, The Agency Recruiting, Washington, DC
The Agency Recruiting -
Washington, DC,
US
Patent Prosecution Associate
Date Posted: 2024-05-15
Job description
Job Description
The Agency is seeking a patent prosecution and counseling associate, or patent agent at any level, with at least 2 years of experience in patent prosecution and counseling.
Key Responsibilities:
Requirements
The Agency is seeking a patent prosecution and counseling associate, or patent agent at any level, with at least 2 years of experience in patent prosecution and counseling.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patent Prosecution: Manage and prosecute a diverse portfolio of patent applications in collaboration with inventors, clients, and patent examiners.
- Legal Research and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive legal research, analyze prior art, and stay current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends to provide strategic advice to clients.
- Client Communication: Interact directly with clients to understand their innovations, discuss patent strategies, and provide updates on the status of patent applications.
- Drafting and Prosecution Documents: Prepare and draft patent applications, responses to office actions, and other prosecution-related documents, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including patent agents, attorneys, and administrative staff, to streamline patent prosecution processes and enhance efficiency.
- IP Portfolio Management: Assist in managing and maintaining clients' intellectual property portfolios, including conducting due diligence, portfolio analysis, and patent landscape studies.
- Client Counseling: Provide legal advice and counseling on patent-related matters, offering insights into patent validity, freedom to operate, and infringement issues.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
- 2+ years of experience in corporate law practice.
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
- Effective communication and negotiation abilities.