Patent Prosecution & Litigation Patent Agent (Mechanical Engineering) - Atlanta

Job Description

Job Description

Atlanta

Direct Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 firm seeking a highly motivated Patent Agent to join its Patent Prosecution & Litigation Practice Group on the Mechanical Engineering Team in Atlanta, Georgia .

Key Responsibilities :

Draft and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications in the mechanical arts

Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and due diligence analyses

Assist with patent litigation and post-grant proceedings

Collaborate with attorneys, inventors, and clients to develop and implement effective patent strategies

Required Qualifications :

3+ years of patent prosecution experience , including application drafting

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field

USPTO registration

Excellent academic credentials

Strong writing, research, and communication skills

Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with other forms of intellectual property (e.g., trademarks, copyrights, licensing)

International patent prosecution experience

IP litigation support experience

Compensation :

The national average salary range for this Patent Agent role is $99,600 – $145,800 . Starting salary will be determined based on location, qualifications, and experience.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally recognized IP team and contribute to high-caliber matters in a supportive and collaborative environment. Remote flexibility may be considered for qualified candidates.