Responsibilities of a Patent Lawyer: 1. Legal Research: Conducting thorough research on existing patents and relevant laws to determine the patentability of an invention. 2. Patent Application Drafting: Preparing detailed and accurate patent applications that describe the invention's novelty, usefulness, and non-obviousness. 3. Patent Prosecution: Representing clients before patent offices to secure the grant of patents, including responding to office actions and negotiating with examiners. 4. Patent Portfolio Management: Assisting clients in managing their patent portfolios by identifying valuable inventions, monitoring patent expiration dates, and advising on patent maintenance. 5. Infringement Analysis: Conducting infringement assessments to determine if a product or process violates existing patents. 6. Patent Litigation: Representing clients in patent disputes, including filing lawsuits, defending against infringement claims, and negotiating settlements. 7. Patent Licensing: Negotiating and drafting licensing agreements to allow others to use or commercialize patented inventions. 8. Client Counseling: Providing legal advice and guidance to clients regarding patent strategies, patentability opinions, and potential risks. 9. Due Diligence: Conducting comprehensive patent searches and analysis to assess the strength and validity of patents during mergers, acquisitions, or investments. 10. Continuing Education: Staying updated with changes in patent laws, regulations, and industry practices to provide accurate and current legal advice to clients.