Re: Too Many Patent Lawyers/Agents?

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On 2/25/04, Kibitzer wrote:
> 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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