Patent Agent

Baker McKenzie•Dallas, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Commercial Practice Group of Baker McKenzie is seeking a Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property Sub-practice group in the Dallas office. The role supports patent attorneys on patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation, and includes drafting patent applications and responses to office actions, as well as advising lawyers on technology issues in preparation for depositions. Candidates located outside Dallas must be willing to relocate to Dallas; the firm will not provide or pay for relocation. The position is hybrid and full-time. The ideal candidate is admitted to the USPTO and has at least one year of patent preparation and prosecution experience as a patent agent or technical advisor. Entry-level candidates interested in patent law and eligible for USPTO admission will also be considered. Applicants should have top academic credentials, strong analytical ability, excellent writing and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate in a global team with culturally diverse colleagues. A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related science is required; a master's degree is preferred. Candidates should have working knowledge of computer science concepts, including software architecture, algorithms, data structures, computer networks, databases, and modern computing systems, as well as familiarity with artificial intelligence and machine learning. Experience using AI-enabled tools for research, technical analysis, drafting, or other professional applications is strongly preferred. Candidates should be comfortable learning and using new technology and AI tools to improve work efficiency and quality while exercising appropriate professional judgment. Baker McKenzie provides practical legal advice to clients operating in the global economy, combining local know-how and international expertise. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessible candidate experiences, and offers reasonable adjustments or accommodations during application and interviewing upon request.

Requirements

Admission to the USPTO is expected for the ideal candidate; entry-level candidates eligible for USPTO admission will also be considered.
At least one year of patent preparation and prosecution experience as a patent agent or technical advisor is sought for the ideal candidate; entry-level candidates may also be considered.
A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related science.
Top academic credentials.
Strong analytical ability and excellent writing and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate smoothly in a global team environment with culturally diverse team members.
Working knowledge of computer science concepts, including software architecture, algorithms, data structures, computer networks, databases, and modern computing systems.
Familiarity with artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts.
Comfort learning and using new technology and AI tools while exercising appropriate professional judgment.
Candidates located outside Dallas must be open to relocating to Dallas; the firm will not support or pay for relocation.