Patent Prosecution Attorney/Patent Agent

At Bochner PLLC, you will have the opportunity for ample client interaction. Our current client portfolio is well distributed and includes a wide-ranging variety of small and large clients. This is interesting work with a talented collection of peers with flexible work hours, an origination incentive program, and more. Your duties will be related to your technical training and/or prior legal experience. Although, present needs concern the drafting and prosecution of patents, there is also a great likelihood of work in other related areas. For example, in addition to patent prosecution, you may contribute to portfolio counseling; infringement, invalidity, and freedom to operate opinions; due diligence.

Our compensation is competitive with peer firms and commensurate with our billable hour expectations. Additional compensation is provided for any originating business and meeting certain billable hour thresholds. We offer an anticipated annual compensation of $110,000 to $150,000 based on experience.

Visit our website for more information about us (www.bochner.law). Bochner PLLC is proud to employ self-starters and hard-working individuals. All employment is decided on the basis of merit. Bochner PLLC is an equal opportunity employer.

We welcome fully remote anywhere in US and/or hybrid patent attorneys interested in utilizing our office in New York City.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent and trademark applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Draft and submit Office Action responses and correspond with Examiners.
• Draft and submit patent applications.
• Conduct diligence review and assist in management of IP portfolios.
• Conduct invention intake with clients and prospective clients.
• Conduct patentability and clearance searches.
• Prepare related memoranda and opinions.
• Act on behalf of the clients’ best interest.
• Aid senior attorneys and teams in filing paperwork on time.
• Advise clients on their patent rights.
• Use exceptional communication and analytical skills to learn about clients’ inventions.
• Understand technical concepts.
• Keep up with advancements in your field.
• Demonstrate effective communication with clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate with legal professionals to provide comprehensive patent services.
• Complete all other tasks and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Registered to practice before the USPTO
• Bachelor’s Degree (or graduate degree) in: Engineering, Science, Technology or a related field
• For attorney applicants, member in good standing of at least one state bar. Preferred New York, California, and Texas.
• 2-4 years of patent prosecution experience
• Prior engineering experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in both patent preparation and prosecution and trademark matters
• Well demonstrated writing and communication skills in English.
• Ability to independently organize and prioritize tasks with deadlines
• Ability to professionally interface with clients and respond to questions