Patent Agent in Long Island, NY

Patent Agent Job Description

Patent agents help clients secure patents for scientific inventions from the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO). While patent agents don’t have to be attorneys, they must pass the patent bar examination given by the USPTO. They are also generally expected to have a bachelor’s degree in the area in which they specialize.

Typical patent agent duties:

Study of client inventions and their potential for being patented

Research, preparation and filing of documents with the USPTO

Negotiation and drafting of patent agreements

Handling of communications between the USPTO and client

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Salary for Patent Agent in Long Island, NY

98750 - 138125

25th percentile

98750

The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.

50th percentile

117188

The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.

75th percentile

138125

The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.

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