About this role
About the Role The Commercial Practice Group of Baker McKenzie seeks a Patent Agent for its Intellectual Property Sub-practice group to join our Dallas office. The role supports patent attorneys on prosecution, counseling, and litigation, including drafting patent applications and responses to office actions, and advising on technology issues during depositions. relocation to Dallas is required for candidates located outside Dallas, as relocation assistance is not provided. What You'll Do
- Prepare responses to Office Actions and other USPTO communications
- Study invention disclosures and prepare patent specifications
- Perform prior art searches
- Draft patent applications and responses to office actions
- Assist with litigation and transactional projects
- Communicate with clients and foreign counsel; advise lawyers on technology issues in preparation for depositions What We're Looking For
- Admission to the USPTO (or eligibility for admission) with 2+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience as a patent agent or technical advisor; entry-level candidates eligible for USPTO admission will be considered
- Top academic credentials, strong analytical ability, and excellent writing and communication skills
- Ability to function and collaborate effectively in a global, culturally diverse team
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related science; master's degree preferred
- Located in Dallas or willing to relocate to Dallas for the position; relocation support is not provided Nice to Have
- Master’s degree (preferred) Compensation & Benefits
- No salary information provided in the posting
- Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion
- Inclusive and accessible hiring process; accommodations available upon request