Patent Attorney / Patent Agent (EE / CS / Physics)
Location: Montgomery County, MD (On-Site with Occasional Hybrid Flexibility)
Compensation: $105,000 - $260,000+ (Commensurate with experience) + Annual Hours Bonus + Benefits
Position Type: Full-Time
Role Must-Haves
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Location: We prefer candidates reside in or near Montgomery County, MD (Local candidates only; regular on-site collaboration is required).
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USPTO Credentials: Active registration as a U.S. Patent Attorney (JD required + state bar admission) or USPTO Patent Agent.
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Experience: Minimum 2 years of substantial patent application drafting experience. Ideally experience coming from a high volume firm and now looking for more work/life balance.
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Education: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics with strong academic credentials.
About the Firm
We are a thriving, fast-growing mid-sized IP established boutique firm. We combine high-caliber work for startups, academic institutions, and Fortune 500 corporations with a genuine focus on work-life balance, family-friendly culture, and a casual dress code.
While our 10-person EE team works primarily on‑site in Montgomery County to foster collaboration, we provide full tech support and flexibility for occasional remote work when needed.
Key Responsibilities
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Patent Drafting & Prosecution: Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications; conduct examiner interviews and prepare USPTO responses/appeals.
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Specialized Technology Focus: Prepare application materials across advanced technologies, with a strong focus on Networking, 5G, and AI , alongside optical devices, network security, medical electronics, and database systems.
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Global Strategy & Counseling: Instruct foreign counsel on international filings, participate in IPR proceedings, and perform patentability, clearance, and validity studies with client counseling.
Qualifications
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Active USPTO Patent Attorney or Patent Agent registration.
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2+ years of hands‑on patent drafting experience in relevant tech sectors.
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Strong technical background in Networking, 5G, or AI technologies highly preferred.
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Degree in EE, CS, or Physics with excellent academic credentials. (Required)
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Exceptional technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Compensation & Benefits
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Salary Range: $105,000 - $260,000+ (Based on title and experience).
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Bonus Structure: Production bonus tied to hours worked (1,700‑hour minimum baseline, with additional bonus payout for hours billed over the minimum).
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Health & Wellness: 100% employer‑paid employee health insurance, monthly wellness activities, health club reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program.
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Financial & Perks: 401(k) with firm match, firm‑sponsored LTD/Life insurance, and complimentary on‑site parking.
Benefits
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Great people and growing firm!
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Family Fully paid employee health insurance.
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401k matching and firm-sponsored LTD/Life insurance.
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Health club reimbursement and monthly wellness activities.