Patent Attorney Or Agent

Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP is seeking a Patent Attorney or Agent with a minimum of three years of experience in patent prosecution to join our Intellectual Property and Technology practice. Candidates throughout the US with an undergraduate degree and preferably also an advanced degree in biology, biochemistry, or related field will be considered.

Responsibilities will include mid-level patent agent work such as drafting, filing and prosecuting US patent applications, managing and coordinating international patent application strategies, preparing patentability, non-infringement, and invalidity opinions, and overall intellectual property counseling.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Admitted to the Bar in the jurisdiction where the candidate is applying and must be in good standing.
• Must be registered and in good standing to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and preferably also an advanced degree in biochemistry, biology or related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• At least three years of experience practicing patent law and proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others on complex matters.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and judgement are essential.
• Proven ability to independently manage a case and move it forward, but also to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Must be a self-starter, have the ability to prioritize workload; display good judgment and work well under pressure.

Please apply online to be considered for this position. Resumes should be accompanied by an unofficial law school transcript and a recent writing sample (10 pages max). Please include a cover page with your writing sample that describes the piece you are submitting and how you may have modified it from its original format.

The salary range for this position is $190,000 to $240,000 per year, depending on skills and experience. We offer a professional and friendly work environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits.

We are not accepting third party submissions.

Squire Patton Boggs will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws.

About Squire Patton Boggs
Squire Patton Boggs is a full-service global law firm providing insight at the point where law, business and government meet, giving you a voice, supporting your ambitions and achieving successful outcomes. With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.

Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.

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Practice Areas & Specialty

Intellectual Property, Patent Prosecution