Patent Agent

Description:

Stinson LLP is seeking an experienced patent agent to join the patent prosecution group of our Intellectual Property and Technology Division.

Stinson's patent agents procure patent protection for its clients. The major clients that we advise include companies in the following industries: industrial automation software; aviation; industrial machinery and controls; medical devices; outdoor recreational products; consumer products; transportation; construction; agribusiness; sports and recreation; cannabis; heat, ventilating and air conditioning; infrastructure protection and repair; manufacturing equipment; and electrical and fiber optic connectors.

This position's responsibilities would include drafting and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications, providing patentability assessments, and assisting with freedom to operate and due diligence assessments.

Stinson offers highly competitive salary, benefits, and bonus structure based on billable hour target.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, higher degree, or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, or similar engineering degree and/or work experience
• U.S. Patent & Trademark Office registration.
• Exceptional writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Experience managing patent prosecution docket and taking "ownership" of patent applications and patents during all phases of patent prosecution.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with supervising partners, patent legal administration assistants, patent paralegals, and docketing specialists.
• Law firm or in-house IP experience.