Practice Area: Patent Agents

• Molecular Biology,Patent Agents
• Medicine,Patent Agents
• Genetics,Patent Agents
• Cellular Technology,Patent Agents
• Biochemistry, Job Type: Attorney,

Firm Type: Law Firm, Experience: 5 Years, Job Overview: A law firm in Costa Mesa, CA, is seeking a Patent Agent registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and possesses a strong background in biological or pharmaceutical sciences. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of patent prosecution experience and exceptional analytical skills.Duties:Conduct prior art searches for patentability and freedom to operate analysesAnalyze patents and scientific papers to assist with patent preparation, prosecution, and counselingCollaborate with attorneys and inventors to draft patent applicationsManage patent portfolios and provide strategic guidance on intellectual property mattersStay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trendsRequirements:Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office5 years of patent prosecution experiencePh.D. or M.S. focused in cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, virology, chemistry, organic chemistry, pharmacy, or equivalent disciplineTechnical background in biological sciences and pharmaceutical sciences preferredBroad technical knowledge in relevant fieldsExcellent academic recordStrong written and verbal communication skills in EnglishEducation:Ph.D. or M.S. in cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, virology, chemistry, organic chemistry, pharmacy, or equivalent disciplineCertifications:Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark OfficeSkills:Prior art searchingPatent prosecutionAnalytical skillsStrategic thinkingCommunication skills The Orange County law practice is a recently opened office. There are twenty-four adept lawyers staffed at the legal practice. Areas of concentration consist of intellectual property, technology transactions, corporate, and litigation services. Significant practice disciplines served include in-bound Asian work and venture-funded corporate matters. A key practice industry served is technology.