Patent Agent

Patent Agent

An established firm based in Westfield, New Jersey with over 95 years in practice is seeking a Patent Agent with 3+ years of experience to join their team onsite. This role focuses on U.S. and international patent prosecution, supporting a sophisticated intellectual property practice and working closely with attorneys and clients on high-volume, high-quality patent matters.

Salary range: $140,000-$190,000+, contingent on experience Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with firm contribution Generous paid time off and firm holidays CLE, USPTO, and professional development support USPTO registration fees and bar related expenses covered

At least three years of hands-on patent prosecution experience in a law firm or in-house environment Undergraduate or advanced degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or chemical engineering Active registration before the USPTO as a Patent Agent Ability to manage patent prosecution matters with minimal supervision Strong drafting, analytical, and client communication skills Experience working directly with inventors and technical teams

Drafting and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications across a range of technologies Preparing responses to office actions and examiner interviews Conducting prior art searches and patentability analyses Collaborating with attorneys to develop prosecution strategies aligned with client objectives Managing multiple matters simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality expectations