Patent Agent or Patent Attorney (Electrical Engineering Background Required)

LHH; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Patent Agent or Patent Attorney with an Electrical Engineering background for its Philadelphia-area team.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience and is registered to practice before the USPTO. The role offers a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote) across multiple offices, with strong mentorship and opportunities for business development.

Qualifications

• Registered to practice before the USPTO.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Strong technical and analytical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute domestic and international patent applications.
• Work directly with inventors and clients across a range of technologies.
• Conduct patentability analyses and provide strategic IP counseling.
• Collaborate with experienced IP attorneys and patent professionals.
• Participate in business development and client relationship-building opportunities, with mentorship and support from firm leadership.

Skills

Patent Advocacy

USPTO Registration

Patent preparation & prosecution

Technical writing

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Patent Agent or Patent Attorney (Electrical Engineering Background Required)

A well-established, AmLaw firm is seeking a Patent Agent or Patent Attorney to join its expanding Intellectual Property practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team of experienced IP professionals in a firm that offers sophisticated work, strong mentorship, and a supportive culture without the pressures often associated with traditional Big Law environments.

About the Opportunity

The firm is looking for a patent professional with experience in patent preparation and prosecution, particularly within electrical technologies. While the ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant experience, the team is open to considering more senior candidates as well.

This position can be based in multiple office locations across the firm's footprint and follows a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote).

Qualifications

• Patent Agent or Patent Attorney
• Registered to practice before the USPTO
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 2 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience
• Strong technical and analytical writing skills

What You'll Do

• Prepare and prosecute domestic and international patent applications
• Work directly with inventors and clients across a range of technologies
• Conduct patentability analyses and provide strategic IP counseling
• Collaborate with experienced IP attorneys and patent professionals
• Participate in business development and client relationship-building opportunities, with mentorship and support from firm leadership

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Established Intellectual Property team with more than 20 practitioners
• Growing platform with continued investment in the IP practice
• Collegial, team-oriented culture with a strong emphasis on mentorship
• Meaningful opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Exposure to a variety of clients, industries, and technologies
• Support for attorneys and agents interested in developing business over time
• Long-term career path without an "up-or-out" environment
• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience
• Annual salary reviews
• Discretionary bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with firm contribution
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and bar association reimbursement
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Additional lifestyle and commuter-related benefits

If you're a patent professional with an Electrical Engineering background seeking sophisticated work, a collaborative culture, and a platform for long-term growth, we'd love to connect.

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