Responsibilities Mintz is looking for a Patent Agent with at least one year of patent prosecution experience to join the Boston, New York, San Diego, San Francisco or Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will have a technology background in computer science or electrical engineering. Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following technologies: hardware and devices, software, database technology, artificial intelligence, wireless, and image and/or signal processing. Specific duties include:
- Reviewing invention disclosure documents and conducting invention disclosure meetings
- Conducting prior searches, reviewing references and analyzing patentability
- Drafting patent applications
- Reviewing USPTO office actions, formulating response strategies, conducting examiner interviews, and drafting and filing responses
- Managing U.S. and foreign dockets
- Analyzing patents in connection with due diligence and/or freedom to operate analyses
Collaboration with team members is an important component of any role at Mintz. Therefore, the firm requires working from the office approximately 60% of the time in accordance with the firm's published guidelines.
Qualifications - USPTO admission is preferred
- At least one year of patent prosecution experience, preferably involving artificial intelligence and/or machine learning, as well as one or more of the following technologies: software, hardware and devices, database technology, wireless technologies, and image and/or signal processing
- A technical background in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
- Prior work experience in a law firm preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A high level of professionalism in working and engaging with demanding clients
- Ability to balance and prioritize multiple competing priorities and responsibilities, be highly organized and exercise extreme attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in team settings
The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $220,000. This position is bonus eligible.
Mintz offers a comprehensive benefits package.
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