Mechanical Patent Agent: Prosecution & Portfolio

Stinson LLP; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 92,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role focuses on drafting and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications, performing patentability assessments, and assisting with freedom-to-operate and due diligence reviews. A strong background in electrical engineering and a track record in patent prosecution is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, higher degree, or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, or similar engineering degree and/or work experience
• S. Patent & Trademark Office registration.
• Exceptional writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Minimum 5 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.

Responsibilities

• Draft and globally prosecute patent applications.
• Coordinate and correspond with foreign law firms and associates to file foreign patent applications.
• Coordinate and correspond with clients for processing and legalization of formal documents for filing in U.S. and foreign patent offices.
• Review country requirements and obtain Foreign Filing License where needed.
• Maintain client patent portfolio.
• Prepare and send notices to clients regarding upcoming deadlines.
• Correspond with foreign law firms regarding filings, deadlines and billings.
• Anticipate supervising partner or client needs for specific projects.
• Delegate effectively and as appropriate with Paralegals or Legal Administrative Assistants.
• Meet billable hour requirement of 1650 per year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patent drafting & prosecution

Writing, analytical, and communication

Ownership of patent applications

Collaboration with partners and staff

IP experience in law firm or in-house

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

S. Patent & Trademark Office registration

Job description

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

The role focuses on drafting and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications, performing patentability assessments, and assisting with freedom-to-operate and due diligence reviews. A strong background in electrical engineering and a track record in patent prosecution is required.