Senior Patent Agent (Remote) – Prosecution & Strategy

Husch Blackwell; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Husch Blackwell LLP has an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more years of experience (preferably 6+). The role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications, drafting detailed descriptions and figures, and conducting comprehensive prior art searches within the Technology, Manufacturing, and Transportation practice group.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in a related field and is registered as a Patent Agent with the USPTO, capable of handling a 1500–1700

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field required.
• Three or more years (preferably 6+) of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications in a law firm environment.
• Registered as a Patent Agent before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Prosecuting patent applications, including responding to Office actions and communicating with Patent Examiners.
• Drafting high-quality patent applications, including descriptions and figures.
• Conducting and analyzing comprehensive patent searches to identify prior art and assess patentability.
• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Related field

Job description

Husch Blackwell LLP has an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more years of experience (preferably 6+). The role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications, drafting detailed descriptions and figures, and conducting comprehensive prior art searches within the Technology, Manufacturing, and Transportation practice group.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in a related field and is registered as a Patent Agent with the USPTO, capable of handling a 1500–1700