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New York City, NY, United States

Intellectual Property Patent Agent

Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property (IP) practice in New York. This position involves preparing and prosecuting patent applications, conducting patent landscape and freedom-to-operate analyses, and providing support for IP due diligence matters. The ideal candidate will have a background in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or computer science/software, with at least two years of experience in the field. The firm offers a collaborative environment with mentorship and opportunities for career advancement.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications for a variety of technologies.
• Conduct patent landscape analyses to identify trends and assess patent portfolios.
• Perform freedom-to-operate analysis to assess potential infringement risks.
• Provide support for IP due diligence matters in transactional settings.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to advise on intellectual property matters.
• Maintain an active docket of patent filings and office actions.
• Provide input on patent strategy and portfolio management.

Requirements:

• . Patent and Trademark Office registration or the ability to become registered.
• A strong technical background, preferably in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or computer science/software.
• At least 2 years of experience in patent prosecution, preferably with exposure to medical devices, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, or related technologies.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, computer science, or a closely related field.

Certifications:

• Registration with the . Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) or eligibility to become registered.

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent prosecution procedures and patent law.
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to draft clear and concise patent applications and responses.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with profit-sharing.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Wellness program and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Training and mentorship opportunities in a collaborative working environment.

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