Patent Agent (Semiconductor Experience) #21469 New York

Vanguard-IP

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New York, NY Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

Mid-Sized GP Firm with Cravath level compensation.

National "Tier 1" in Patent & IP Litigation.

One of the most active firms representing petitioners at the PTAB, and complainants at the ITC.

A top 20 firm for Intellectual Property, as per Vault.

A collegial culture with helpful mentorship opportunities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, material engineering, physics, chemical engineering, or other related technical field directly relevant to semiconductor design and processing.

• Prior patent preparation and prosecution experience in the semiconductor industry

• Excellent academic credentials

• Licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office preferred.

• Self-starter with a can-do attitude

• Ability to analyze, interpret, and draw inferences from research findings, and prepare reports.

• Ability to provide operational guidance and leadership to technical staff in area of specialty.

• Strong investigative and problem resolution skills.

• Knowledge of principles, procedures, and standards for drafting a range of complex patent documentation in area of expertise.

• Ability to effectively communicate complex factual, technical information.

• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals.

• Advanced oral and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of current and emerging developments and trends within area of expertise.

• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

About this role

Summary

Prepare and prosecute semiconductor patents; analyze research; communicate complex technical info; provide operational guidance.

Job title

Patent Agent (Semiconductor Experience)

Experience level

mid-level

Industry

law

Location requirements

New York, NY; remote not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

patent preparationpatent prosecutioncommunicationresearch analysisjudgment

Preferred skills

licensed to practice before USPTO

Specializations

semiconductorspatent prosecutionIP litigationelectrical engineeringtechnical reporting
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

New York, NY, USA

On-site City