Re: Too Many Patent Lawyers/Agents?

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On 2/25/04, jjj1 wrote:
> I've recently graduated with a PhD in EE, worked in
> industry for a year and got laid off. I'm thinking about
> making a move to patent law, but I have some reservations.
>
> I see many former engineers moving into the IP field due to
> engineering lay-offs and outsourcing. At what point will
> supply outstrip demand? Or does there seem to always be
> more patents to write?

Of course there will always be more patents to write.

The market for new agents/attorneys seems to be slow right
now. You shouldn't let that deter you. There is no reason
not to acquire the IP credentials even while continue to job
hunt in the engineering field. You can study for the patent
bar exam over 2-3 months of your spare time. You might want
to do that even if you get a new engineering position.

Re: Too Many Patent Lawyers/Agents?, 3/26/04, by cc.

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