Patent Agent/Advisor (Medtech)

Job Description:
Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent or Advisor to join a leading intellectual property law firm with a strong focus on medtech innovations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in mechanical, chemical, or biomedical engineering (or a related discipline), at least one year of experience in a law firm setting, and a demonstrated ability to support patent prosecution and counseling in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting prior art searches for patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses

• Analyzing patents, scientific literature, and technical documents

• Drafting patent applications and responding to USPTO Office Actions

• Collaborating closely with attorneys on strategic patent counseling

Qualifications:

• Degree in mechanical, chemical, or biomedical engineering (or related field); advanced degree preferred

• Broad scientific knowledge, particularly in mechanical and/or biomedical engineering

• At least one year of law firm experience in patent prosecution

• Exceptional technical, writing, and verbal communication skills

• Registered U.S. Patent Agent or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Additional Details:

• Law school tuition assistance is available for patent agent candidates

• Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation:
The expected annual salary range is $125,000 – $205,000, based on experience, skills, and geographic location.

Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Pre-tax commuter benefits

• Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability

• Backup care for children/adults, fertility benefits, and parental support

• Vacation (4 weeks annually), sick time (2 weeks annually), and 10 paid holidays

• Generous parental leave policies