Patent Agent

Husch Blackwell

Patent Agent with 6+ years experience in patent applications, collaborating in a full-service law firm. Focus on patent prosecution, compliance, and staying updated on U.S.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Montana, New York, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing and prosecuting patent applications, with strong analytical and research skills to assess patentability. Proficient in communicating effectively with clients and colleagues while maintaining a high level of organization and time management.

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Patent Application ProsecutionPatent Agent RegistrationAnalytical SkillsWritten CommunicationU.S. Patent Law

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Hard Skills

Patent Application DraftingPatent Search AnalysisPrior Art IdentificationDetail-Oriented ResearchInnovative Technology Protection

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationIndependent WorkOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementProfessional Communication

Tools & Technologies

Artificial IntelligenceQuantum Computing

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Patent Agent

Industry Keywords

U.S. Patent LawOffice ActionsPatent ExaminersBillable HoursLaw Firm Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prosecuting patent applications, including responding to Office actions and communicating with Patent Examiners.
Drafting high-quality patent applications, including detailed written descriptions and figures, to protect innovative technologies.
Conducting and analyzing comprehensive patent searches to identify prior art and assess the patentability of inventions.
Staying up to date on developments in U.S. patent law and relevant technologies.
Meet a billable hour requirement of 1500 - 1700 hours per year.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field required.
Three or more years (preferably 6+) of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications in a law firm environment.
Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interacting in a professional and courteous manner with clients and colleagues.
Ability to work both collaboratively within a team and independently with strong organizational and time management skills.
Registered as a Patent Agent before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Artificial Intelligence or Quantum Computing experience a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical and dental coverage
life insurance
short-term and long-term disability insurance
pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses
an employee assistance program
Paid Time Off
paid holidays
participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements
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