Patent Agent

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Baltimore, MD. The role involves preparing original patent applications, responding to office actions from the USPTO, and managing routine correspondence with the USPTO. The position offers a hybrid remote option for flexibility and work-life balance.

• Write new patent applications for filing at the USPTO.
• Analyze and revise patent agreements; assist with appeals and reissues.
• Negotiate and draft patent agreements; prepare documents for filing.
• Draft responses to USPTO office actions.
• Perform patentability and freedom-to-operate searches.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science.
• Minimum of three years of experience in drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications.
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential communications.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under time constraints.
• Interest in using innovative AI technology to support work.

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry.

• Registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in handling sensitive communications.
• Ability to work independently under deadlines.

• Hybrid remote work option for flexibility and work-life balance.