IP Patent Agent

Job Description

Job Description

Patent Agent – Patents & Emerging Technologies

Locations : Silicon Valley (preferred), Washington, D.C., Boston, New York, Seattle

Full-Time | #LI-HYBRID

Direct Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 firm seeking Patent Agents with 2+ years of patent prosecution experience to join its top-ranked Patents & Emerging Technologies group . This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team consistently recognized among the best in the U.S. and internationally, with deep technical expertise across technology and life sciences.

What We’re Looking For

2+ years of patent prosecution experience

Strong technical background in one or more of the following :

• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Computer Engineering
• Bioinformatics
• Biostatistics
• Physics (or equivalent experience)

M.S. or higher degree preferred

USPTO registration required

Excellent academic credentials

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Application Requirements

To be considered, please submit :

Cover Letter

Resume

Undergraduate transcript

Graduate transcript(s) (if applicable)

Writing sample demonstrating ability to explain a technical concept

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary Range : $112,500 – $250,000 (commensurate with experience, education, and location)

Discretionary performance-based bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package , including :

Healthcare, Life Insurance, and Wellbeing programs

Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Additional benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellness