Technical Specialist / Patent Agent

Lathrop GPM is seeking a highly qualified Patent Agent or Technology Specialist to join our team in any of our offices across the US but with preference to Dallas, TX . The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of experience in high tech patent prosecution, with demonstrated proficiency in patent searching and drafting patentability, freedom-to-operate, and other IP-related opinions. We are looking for a self-motivated, collaborative, and intellectually curious engineer with an advanced degree in a relevant field such as electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, software Engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, or another closely related technical field, to effectively support complex patent prosecution matters. An advanced degree is required, and prior experience as a patent agent, or in a law firm or industry setting, is strongly preferred. The current anticipated salary range is $125,000 - $200,000. Actual initial salary may be above or below the identified range and will be based on relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors consistent with applicable law. A full comprehensive benefit plan is provided and includes health care, retirement plan, parental leave, and short/long term disability. To apply, please upload a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and a writing sample. Lathrop GPM is a full-service, Am Law 200 law firm with 14 offices nationwide. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and a professional, challenging, yet comfortable working environment. We celebrate and support diversity and the benefits it brings to our workplaces, clients, and communities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is the employment policy and practice of Lathrop GPM to recruit and hire employees without discrimination because of race, color, sex, gender, religion, age, national origin, military status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid