EE/CS Patent Agent

MNF Global • Washington, DC

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

A well-established national law firm is seeking a Patent Agent to join its growing Intellectual Property practice. This position offers a broader mix of work than a traditional prosecution-only role, including patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio strategy, technical analysis, and support for patent litigation and other contested IP matters.

Requirements

• 3-5 Years of prep and pros experience in EE/CS matters
• Strong patent drafting and prosecution experience
• Excellent academic credentials
• Outstanding writing, analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with attorneys, inventors and sophisticated technology clients
• Interest in handling a combination of patent prosecution and patent litigation support

Nice To Haves

• Advanced technical degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications involving complex electrical, computer and software technologies
• Conduct invention disclosure meetings and work directly with inventors and clients
• Prepare responses to USPTO Office Actions
• Assist with domestic and international patent portfolio strategy
• Analyze patents, prior art and technical materials
• Support patent litigation matters, including technical research, claim analysis, validity and infringement issues
• Collaborate with experienced patent prosecution and litigation attorneys
• Provide clear, practical guidance regarding patentability and prosecution strategy

Benefits

• Year-end discretionary bonus potential
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account and health savings account options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off
• Paid leave options, including parental leave
• Family-formation benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Firm-sponsored learning and professional-development programs
• Hybrid work flexibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level