Electrical Patent Agent — Hybrid Office

Dorsey & Whitney LLP; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 109,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a Patent Agent with at least three years of agent experience to work in our Denver, CO office (other listed locations also eligible). The ideal candidate has a passion for electrical technologies and USPTO admission.

The role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications, preparing responses, and coordinating with a team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and assistants to deliver top-tier service to clients.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of patent agent experience.
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• USPTO admission is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inventor interviews in preparation for drafting original patent applications.
• Draft patent applications and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO and foreign jurisdictions via communications with local counsel.
• Prepare office action responses for local and international patent applications.
• File documents with the USPTO when required.
• Perform patent searches, analyze invention disclosures, scientific or technical documents, and review issued patents to evaluate patentability and validity.
• Conduct freedom to operate searches, competitive landscape searches, and review prior art.
• Manage a U.S. and foreign patent prosecution docket to meet deadlines.
• Conduct interviews with examiners at the USPTO.
• Work closely with attorneys, agents, paralegals, and legal assistants to ensure excellence in client service.

Skills

Patent agent experience

USPTO admission

Electrical engineering background

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Physics

Job description

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a Patent Agent with at least three years of agent experience to work in our Denver, CO office (other listed locations also eligible). The ideal candidate has a passion for electrical technologies and USPTO admission.

The role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications, preparing responses, and coordinating with a team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and assistants to deliver top-tier service to clients.