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Patent Agent

Holland & Knight | Dallas, TX, United States

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Posted Date 5/14/2025
Description

Description:

We are a Firm where people truly believe in what they do and strive to achieve the highest standards of performance and success.

This position may be filled in any of our U.S. offices, with a preference for Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Washington, D.C., New York, or Miami.

Description:
The Patent Agent provides support to attorneys and clients involved in patent litigation, filing, and preparing patent applications for client review. They analyze and revise patent agreements and assist with appeals, inferences, and reissues.

Key Responsibilities include:
  • Draft patent applications and prosecuting patent applications before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
  • Reviews and analyzes patents and technical documents as part of case preparation. Evaluates the patentability of innovations.
  • Prepare, draft, and file patent applications and registrations.
  • Perform patentability, invalidity, freedom to operate (FTO), and evidence of use searches.
  • Track the patent application process from start to finish.
  • Review documents to ascertain responsiveness to various subpoenas and discovery requests.
  • Maintain and manage documentation processes relating to patent laws, regulations, and procedures.
  • May assist with intellectual property infringement litigations.
  • Participate in interviews with examiners at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
  • Keep up to date with legal developments in the intellectual property field.
  • Special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • 1-3 years of experience.
  • Strong technical background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or physics.
  • Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications is required.
  • Some litigation and/or post-grant experience, and/or large law firm experience, is preferred.
  • Qualified candidates must have an excellent academic record, superior organizational and communication skills (written and oral).
  • Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service and a creative and entrepreneurial perspective on IP.

Minimum Education:
  • Registration with the USPTO is required.
  • Bachelor's degree required.

This position may be filled in the District of Columbia or Illinois. The base salary ranges for this position are listed below. These ranges may not be applicable to other locations. An individual's actual compensation will depend on the individual's qualifications and experience. In addition to the base compensation, Holland & Knight provides bonus opportunities and an exceptional benefits package.
  • Illinois – $144,00– $217.000/yr
  • District of Columbia – $158,000 – $236,000/yr

Benefits: Our goal is to promote a work environment in which individuals have access to the resources they need to be their best both professionally and personally, which includes resources that encourage individuals to focus on their health and well-being.

Below is a list of just some of the benefits we offer: comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs; FSAs for dependent care; health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members; 401(k); profit sharing; pre-tax transit and parking program; backup dependent care; senior care planning support; resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers; and paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents.

Benefits may vary by position and office.

Holland & Knight is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other factor prohibited by law.

Personal Information collected from applicants will be used for the purpose of processing the application throughout any recruitment or employment process, as well as inclusion in a personnel file. Categories of data collected may include name, address, phone numbers, email, Social Security Number, and signature. Holland & Knight may collect further information if you consent to a background check. This includes criminal background, employment, and certifications. Please visit Legal Information (https://www.hklaw.com/en/firm/legal) Portal for Holland & Knight LLP's privacy policies.
Salary14,400.00 - 217.00 Annual
Title
Patent Agent / Specialist
Years of Experience
1-3 | 3-5

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