Jermie Cozart

About Jermie Cozart

Perform scientific, technological, and legal research in the examination and disposition of applications for patents by implementing detailed search strategy techniques requiring creative, analytical and extensive problem solving skills, and applying statutory and case law specifically applicable to the patent examining process.Draft claims, edit specifications/written disclosures, prepare oral and comprehensive written reports detailing search strategy, logical reasoning, and findings as to whether the inventive concept can be patented.Exhibit effective communication and interpersonal skills while working in a team-oriented environment which involves providing consultation to patent attorneys, patent agents, applicants, and coworkers during the patent application examination process.Specialties: claim interpretation, claim drafting, search strategy, restriction practice, examiner\'s answers, double patenting issues, and training patent examiners

Experience

1. Search and Classification Examiner

   USPTO

   Apr 2020 — Present

   Monitor classification practice within specific technical field for correctness and consistency•Evaluate examiner-initiated symbol challenges•Provide field-specific classification expertise and troubleshooting•Provide technical expertise on revision and reclassification projects•Perform quality assurance of contractor-applied symbols•Formulate and conduct field-specific training for internal and external stakeholders•Provide search and classification assistance to examiners•Participate in harmonization projects with European Patent Office (EPO) to harmonize classification practice between USPTO and EPO

Education

• Syracuse University

  BS, Mechanical Engineering

  1993 — 1997

Skills

• Invention
• Research
• Patentability
• Patents
• Medical Devices
• Government
• Legal Research
• Federal Government
• Patent Applications
• Intellectual Property
• Training
• Strategy
• Client Counseling
• Patent Searching
• Legal Writing
• Patent Prosecution
• Analysis
• Prosecution
• Due Diligence