Patent Practitioner

Polygon IP is a growing, fully remote intellectual property law firm serving clients ranging from early-stage startups to Fortune 500 companies. The firm helps clients develop and manage patent and trademark portfolios, aligning intellectual property protection with their business objectives in the United States and internationally. Polygon IP is committed to responsive client service and an open, collaborative working environment where attorneys and staff work together to support clients and the firm’s continued growth.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Polygon IP is seeking a Patent Attorney with an electrical engineering background to join its growing practice. The Patent Attorney will draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications, prepare Office Action responses, and work with inventors, clients, and colleagues under the supervision of a partner. The position offers opportunities to work with innovative companies and technologies and for long-term career development and advancement. Ability to work independently in a remote environment is a must.

SALARY: $120,000+ annually with the possibility of substantial performance-based bonuses

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patent application drafting. Drafts U.S. patent applications in electrical engineering and related technical fields.
• Patent application prosecution. Prepares responses to Office Actions.
• Inventor interviews and technical disclosures. Conducts inventor interviews and evaluates technical disclosures.
• Prosecution strategy. Develops patent prosecution strategies in collaboration with the supervising partner.
• Portfolio development and management. Collaborates with clients, inventors, and colleagues on patent portfolio development and management.
• Patent protection guidance. Provides practical guidance on patent filing and prosecution options under the partner’s supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Approximately 1–4 years of relevant U.S. patent drafting and prosecution experience, including original application drafting and preparation of substantive Office Action responses.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (EE).
• Registration in good standing to practice before the USPTO.
• Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar.
• Strong technical background in electrical engineering and related technologies, including electronics, circuit design, semiconductors, telecommunications, signal processing, computer hardware and systems, software, and artificial intelligence.
• Excellent patent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• High-quality patent drafting and prosecution work product.
• On-time and within budget completion of projects.
• Effective collaboration with the supervising partner, inventors, and clients.
• Sound judgment, clear communication, discretion, and reliable follow-through on projects with managing attorney and with clients.