JuniorMid-Level Patent Agent

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Summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Patent Agent to join its Patent Development & Strategy practice. We are seeking an early- to mid-level Patent Agent with a Computer Science and/or Electrical Engineering background and USPTO credentials to support the continued growth of our patent development and strategy practice. This position may be based in Boston Philadelphia Reston Palo Alto or San Francisco.

Education

• Bachelors Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Strong technical background in software AI/ML semiconductors telecommunications networking computer architecture or related technologies.

Certificates

• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) required.

Experience

• 2 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications.
• Experience preparing responses to Office Actions and conducting patentability analyses.
• Prior experience in a law firm or in-house intellectual property environment preferred.
• Experience with due diligence opinions freedom-to-operate analyses licensing and related patent counseling work is a plus. (Adapted from existing Patent Agent and Patent Development & Strategy attorney postings.)

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in electrical computer software AI semiconductor and other technology-related fields.
• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to develop patent protection strategies.
• Conduct prior art patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Support IP due diligence and portfolio management matters.
• Assist attorneys with client counseling and strategic patent matters.

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Sound business judgment and problem-solving abilities

Essential Job Expectations

All DLA Piper employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people upholding our firm values as part of our culture. Specific expectations include:

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with clients lawyers business professionals and external audiences.

Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient timely and professional manner.

Meet deadlines manage competing priorities and commit to meeting high standards.

Comply with firm policies and procedures.

Maintain confidences as required in a law firm environment.

Physical Demands
Sedentary work: This is primarily sedentary work requiring occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force to lift carry push pull or move objects. The role involves sitting for extended periods with occasional walking and standing and occasional travel both domestic and international.

Work Environment-The firms work location requirements may be modified at the firms discretion

• Opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement combining remote and in-office work. The specific arrangement will be determined at the time of hiring and may be modified at the firms discretion.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties requirements and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firms discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process please contact .

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Pay Transparency

The firms expected hiring range for this position is $100000- $160000per year depending on the candidates geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidates experience skills educational and professional background and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).

Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits if any are provided only where a relocation is required at the firms direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.

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