Patent Agent – Electrical Engineering / AI

Pay: $125,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on cutting-edge innovations involving artificial intelligence, computer science, quantum computing, and emerging technologies.
• Join a collaborative, established law firm where your technical expertise makes a meaningful impact.
• Gain exposure to sophisticated patent prosecution matters and complex intellectual property challenges.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.
• Build a long-term career alongside experienced intellectual property professionals.

Location

Dallas, TX – Hybrid. Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week while collaborating with our team in the office at least 2 days per week.

Note

Qualified candidates must be USPTO-registered Patent Agents with an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering and 2+ years of Patent Agent experience in a law firm. Experience with computer science, AI, quantum computing, or related high-tech innovations is important.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established law firm with a collaborative intellectual property practice focused on protecting innovative ideas and technologies. Our team combines technical expertise, practical legal insight, and a commitment to exceptional client service. We value curiosity, teamwork, and people who enjoy solving challenging problems.

Job Description

• Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications involving electrical engineering, software, AI, and advanced technologies.
• Conduct patent searches and assess patentability, prior art, and intellectual property risks.
• Assist with freedom-to-operate analyses and technical patent opinions.
• Collaborate with attorneys, inventors, and clients to understand complex inventions and develop patent strategies.
• Prepare responses to USPTO Office Actions and support patent portfolio development.
• Apply your engineering expertise to protect valuable innovations across evolving technology sectors.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Patent Agent experience in a law firm.
• Active registration with the USPTO.
• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering.
• Technical knowledge involving computer science, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, or closely related fields.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting high-tech patent applications.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer intellectually engaging work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to contribute to exciting technological developments. Our benefits include health coverage, retirement benefits, parental leave, and disability coverage.

Compensation: $125,000 to $200,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

If you're a technically minded Patent Agent looking to grow your career while working on meaningful innovations, we'd love to hear from you!

JPC-2712

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: USPTO Registration. 2+ years as a Patent Agent in a law firm. Must have an Advanced Electrical Engineering Degree. Must have experience working on high-tech patent matters involving computer science, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, or closely related technologies

• Required Years as Associate:  3

Submission Email: 

Submit candidates directly through the search firm portal. To access the portal, the URL and Online ID listed are below:

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Online ID: a8570dd25d

Cover letter not needed, instead include an introduction of the candidate, that it's from Orion Placement and put Jon's contact info: jon@orionplacement.com / 773-791-9589

Quick Recruiter Reference

Lathrop GPM is a national law firm hiring a Patent Agent focused on high-tech patent prosecution involving electrical engineering, AI, computer science, and quantum computing. Dallas hybrid, 2+ office days weekly, $125K to $200K. Requires USPTO registration, an advanced EE degree, and 3+ years of law firm Patent Agent experience.

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