Patent Agent Training Program
We have built one of the leading intellectual property practices in the country.
Our patent agents and our patent agent training program are critical to providing exceptional client service to our IP clients.
The patent agent training program expands our patent counseling and prosecution capabilities in emerging technologies and provides a clear career path in IP law for college graduates.
We support technical advisors as they become qualified, first as patent agents, and eventually as practicing patent lawyers within the firm. Our program participants play an essential role in the practice’s success, while working toward their own career growth and innovation at Perkins Coie.
We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across the firm. By creating a workplace that reflects our clients and our own communities, we continue to build a stronger practice and provide the very best service to our clients.
What Our People Say
“Perkins Coie’s patent agent program combines my science background with my interest in law and intellectual property. My experience as a patent agent has allowed me to develop my legal analysis and communication skills while introducing me to new technologies.”
- Ali Jenkins, Patent Agent, New York
*Ali is a now an associate in our Los Angeles office as of 2024.
“Through this program, I hope to condense the insight and legal acuity of generations of lawyers at Perkins Coie to hone my personal craftsmanship and become an effective patent lawyer.”
- Lois Lee, Technical Advisor, New York
“As a software engineer who loved writing requirements specs, I had a suspicion that I might be cut out for something a little different from standard engineering! Thankfully, my experience at Perkins Coie has borne out this suspicion, and I want to continue to develop my legal skills in patent prosecution while staying open to the new opportunities and areas of expertise that the law can provide.”
- David McNeill, Technical Advisor, Boise
“Since joining Perkins Coie, I’ve developed my persuasive writing, communication, and interpersonal skills, all while leveraging my scientific and analytical thinking skills daily. Being a patent agent lets me sit right at the confluence of technology, law, and human progress, which leads to an engaging, dynamic work life. ”
- Vishal (Vish) Ravi, Patent Agent, New York
Innovative Patent Practices
Perkins Coie’s Patent Prosecution & Portfolio Counseling practice is one of largest within the Am Law 50, providing clients a full-service legal approach that increases the strength, diversity, and value of their patent portfolios. We’ve built our patent practice from the ground up to make sure we do not sacrifice quality when meeting clients’ deadlines or budgets. This allows our innovation to touch all aspects of the practice, including who we hire, how we prosecute applications, and the level of service we provide.
Industries our Patent Agents Practice In
Accolades
- Ranked as a global, national, and regional leader in Intellectual Property (IP) law by publications including Chambers USA, IAM, and Managing IP.
- Named the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Law Firm of the Year” in Patent Law four times.
- Recognized as a leader in innovation and technology for our patent portfolio tools by The American Lawyer and Financial Times.
Benefits and Well-Being
Wellness and Health
Vacation and Time Off
Family Care Benefit
Hybrid Work Model
Community Involvement
Financial Well-Being
Recruiting Contacts
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Diversity is a long-standing core value and one of the firm’s strategic goals.
Embracing diversity allows us to draw from varied perspectives and communities, enabling us to attract the very best talent to our ranks, and in turn provide excellent service to our clients.
Our commitment to community spans more than a century.
We have a long history of giving back and helping those in need, building a more inclusive society, and providing equal access to justice. Our pro bono efforts drive tangible outcomes that make a real difference.