Patent Agent

BakerHostetler

$130K — $180K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of patent prosecution experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
  • Registered to practice before the USPTO.
  • Proven experience in an IP law firm environment.
  • Strong academic record in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

  • Draft and prosecute patents.
  • Respond to office actions.
  • Prepare and analyze patent searches for patentability and validity.
  • Counsel clients and manage patent portfolios.
  • Engage in licensing activities.
  • Conduct IP due diligence.
  • Apply exceptional writing and research skills.

Benefits

  • Generous time off.
  • Comprehensive retirement program with 401(k).
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • BHealthy wellness program.
  • Life insurance options.
  • Performance bonus program.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Pre-tax benefits programs.
Full Job Description
Baker Hostetler is looking for a Computer Science/Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering Patent Agent to join our firm. This is a unique opportunity to work in our AmLaw 100 firm and support the Intellectual Property Team in one of our office locations.

This position is ideal for those individuals who have attained a high level of academic and professional achievement and wish to further their careers with a collaborative team in a forward-thinking law firm.

Qualifications include:

3+ years of experience, and a bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering and be registered to practice before the USPTO.

Responsibilities include:
• Patent drafting, patent prosecution, and IP due diligence;

  • Responses to office actions;
  • Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches and provide assessments on patentability, prior art, non-infringement, and validity;
  • Client counseling and portfolio management;
  • Licensing;
  • Proven IP law firm experience;
  • Superb writing and research skills; and
  • A strong academic record.


Additional Experience Desired:

  • Experience working with software development preferred.


BakerHostetler offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program. Specific information is provided during the interview process.

  • Competitive Salaries
  • Performance Bonus Program
  • Generous Time Off
  • Generous Retirement Program including 401(k) Plan
  • Group Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • BHealthy Wellness Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance - Self and Family
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Pre-Tax Benefit Programs


Location:Atlanta, GA; Austin, Dallas or Houston, TX; Chicago, Il; Cincinnati, Cleveland or Columbus, OH; Denver, CO; Lost Angeles, Orange County or San Francisco, CA; New York, NY; Orlando, FL; Philadelphia, PA; Seattle, WA; Washington D.C.; Wilmington, DE

Patent Agent Salary Range:

The salary offered in any location will be determined by a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, education/training, geographic region, and relevant skills. Associates also participate in a performance- and hours-based bonus program.

Ohio, Georgia, Florida applicants - The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $130,000-180,000

All other office locations - The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $130,000-180,000.

Application Submission Information:

Interested individuals should apply directly to the posting via our website. Please include your resume.

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