Japanese patent agency US operation office in Arlington, VA seeks Patent Agent with law firm prosecution trained and strong experience\u00a0in MPEP-based practice<\/p>\n
Comfortable with Japanese-client workflows.\u00a0Willing to handle both prosecution and administrative support<\/p>\n
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Location: Arlington, VA (Hybrid\/Remote, within 2-3 hours driving distance) Please note: During the first six months of employment, regular in-office attendance is expected.<\/p>\n
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\u00a0Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt,<\/p>\n
\u00a0Compensation: $130,000-$150,000<\/p>\n
\u00a0Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off<\/p>\n
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About the Role<\/strong><\/p>\n We are growing intellectual property practice in Japan and Asia, seeking a Patent Agent to support U.S. patent prosecution matters for sophisticated international clients across a broad range of technologies.<\/p>\n This position is focused on high-quality patent prosecution and requires a candidate who is comfortable working within established drafting and prosecution workflows, adapting to client-specific instructions, and collaborating closely with attorneys, foreign associates, and technical stakeholders.<\/p>\n The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in U.S. patent prosecution, working knowledge of USPTO examination practice and the MPEP, and experience preparing Office Action responses, claim amendments, and patent applications.<\/p>\n The role offers exposure to innovative technologies from global companies in industries including automotive, electronics, software, communications, and advanced manufacturing.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications from invention disclosure through allowance.<\/p>\n Prepare specifications, claims, drawings instructions, and other filing materials for submission to the USPTO.<\/p>\n Analyze USPTO Office Actions and prepare persuasive responses, including claim amendments and legal arguments.<\/p>\n Conduct examiner interviews and assist in developing prosecution strategies.<\/p>\n Apply USPTO and MPEP guidance relating to patentability issues under 35 U.S.C. \u00a7\u00a7 101, 102, 103, and 112.<\/p>\n Communicate with inventors, foreign associates, and supervising attorneys regarding prosecution matters.<\/p>\n Manage patent dockets and ensure timely handling of prosecution deadlines.<\/p>\n Support administrative, filing, coordination, and prosecution-related tasks as assigned.<\/p>\n Adapt drafting style and prosecution approaches to align with client instructions and firm standards.<\/p>\n Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n Required<\/u><\/p>\n USPTO Patent Agent registration.<\/p>\n Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM discipline (Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or related field).<\/p>\n Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on U.S. patent prosecution experience in a patent law firm or patent prosecution practice.<\/p>\n Demonstrated experience drafting:<\/p>\n Patent applications<\/p>\n Claim amendments<\/p>\n Office Action responses<\/p>\n Working knowledge of USPTO examination procedures and the MPEP.<\/p>\n Experience conducting or participating in examiner interviews.<\/p>\n Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.<\/p>\n Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines simultaneously.<\/p>\n Willingness to work within structured prosecution workflows and client-specific requirements.<\/p>\n