Patent Agent
$187,400–$236,400 year
HybridSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Write new patent applications for filing at the USPTO, analyze and revise patent agreements, and draft responses to office actions. Perform patentability and freedom-to-operate searches, publication clearance reviews, and assist in maintaining an active prosecution docket. Negotiate and draft patent agreements while preparing documents for filing and processing. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science, USPTO registration, and three years of experience drafting applications. Must respond effectively to clients and handle confidential communications under time restraints.
Required Qualifications
- Registered with the USPTO
- Degree in Software Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
- Experience and interest preparing patent applications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science
- Minimum of three years of experience drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications in the USPTO for an intellectual property law firm
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or confidential communications
- Self-motivated
- Ability to work under time restraints and deadlines
Desired Qualifications
- Interest in using innovative AI technology, including Harvey and Copilot, to support efficient high-impact work
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