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As an Associate Patent Attorney or Patent Agent you will be an A-Team Player on the TPL team responsible for drafting and prosecuting patents using our proprietary Litigation Quality Patents® approach, and supporting the retention of long-term, quality clients by executing orchestrated production systems to fulfill clients’ needs and expectations.

We are seeking an experienced electrical/software patent attorney or patent agent who is ready to learn the Litigation Quality Patents® process from our Managing Principal Patent Attorney, Craige Thompson, who is known by his colleagues and clients as the “The Examiner Whisperer” and “The Patent Killer.”

Mr. Thompson is also the author of the #1 Amazon best-seller Patent Offense. Applicants are encouraged to review the principles of Patent Offense.

We are not looking for team members who do not covet the satisfying feeling you get after delivering yet another excellent work product on time and with superior concierge-level client service. We value and reward demonstrated excellence and effectiveness.

If you are ready to work diligently to develop an unlimited potential career as a patent rock star and who have a strong desire to be mentored by a #1 best-selling author and patent expert—we need to talk!

For the right candidate, you’ll find that this position is not just a job, it’s a path to a career that rewards success and offers opportunities for personal, professional, and financial growth. We have a growing client base in the electrical and software industries and seek to find an experienced candidate to help us grow this practice area in our firm.

Compensation: Base salary is commensurate with experience. successful candidates will also receive substantial monthly and annual performance-based incentive bonuses tied to results and demonstrated excellence.

We offer competitive compensation aligned with industry standards for this role.

As a tech-enabled law firm, this position is fully remote with a flexible schedule. Candidates must have a quiet, professional home office setup with reliable internet and a personal computer suitable for performing the duties of this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Working Schedule: Regular business hours/Flexible

As a key member of our patent team, your role will be multifaceted. You'll directly contribute to the success of our clients and firm through the following responsibilities:

Core Values:

• 5-Star Concierge Service. Set an expectation and atmosphere of respect, abundance, and growth.

• Be a Problem-Solver. Don’t overlook what needs fixing. Seek to bring the start of a solution.

• No Jerk Policy. We don’t tolerate those who are not both polite and kind.

• Hand Your Problems Up. Spread praise around. Zero gossip.

• Always Do Your Best! You can’t do better than that.

• Make More Money. Have More Fun! No shame. The #1 requirement for any business is to be profitable.

What We Offer to You:

• Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect.

• The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you.

• A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development.

• Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing.

• Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work.

• Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures.

Essential Duties:

• Preparing and drafting provisional and non-provisional patent applications.

• Responding to communications (e.g., Office Actions) from the USPTO.

• Managing docket, meeting deadlines, and delivering results.

Education & Experience:

• Must have a minimum of 4 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. All team members will be trained in the Litigation Quality Patents® process.

• Must have a degree in electrical engineering or computer science.

• Minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale – no exceptions.

• USPTO Registration required.

• State bar registration required only if applying as an attorney.

• Must be available Monday through Friday (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time).

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits:

We value our team as our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal growth:

• Work-Life Balance: Remote work from anywhere in the U.S.(Preference given to candidates located in Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania or Texas), allowing you the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life effectively.

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental and Vision)

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Professional development and continuing education opportunities

• A competitive salary

Location:

Fully Remote

Additional Application Material:

After submitting your application, please send a follow-up email to [email protected]. In the subject line, include the position you are applying for, your last name spelled backwards, and your favorite color. Please attach a short video (no longer than 2 minutes) explaining why you would be a good fit for the position you are applying for.

You can create a video from mobile device and attach file or go to Loom to create and send (Loom offers a free screen recorder for Mac and PC | https://www.loom)

We are excited to see your enthusiasm and understand your unique perspective.

Next Steps:

After applying, qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial 10-minute phone screening followed by a potential virtual Microsoft Teams interview.

Please do not send any confidential information with your application (Social Security, Driver’s License, etc.). We do not request this information unless we make a formal employment offer.

We appreciate your time and look forward to reviewing your resume—and your video!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

ATeamPlayersOnly is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.