Patent Agent negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. May work with both legal and product development teams to ensure proper filings. Being a Patent Agent must be registered to practice with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Patent Agent typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Patent Agent typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Patent Attorney located in Des Moines or Cedar Rapids, IA. The Patent Attorney will be responsible for day-to-day tasks associated with patent law, including filing and prosecuting patents, rendering patentability and clearance opinions, drafting patent applications, performing due diligence and other related legal services.
Qualifications
Confidential inquires; Please include cover letter and resume when applying.
Relocation candidates are welcome to apply – must be eligible for waiver into Iowa or willing to sit for the next bar exam.
Remote flexibility will be considered on a case-by-case basis.