I decided to take a route that allowed me to qualify without a science degree. I enrolled in 8 science classes online from a community college in my state.A STEM undergraduate degree is required to be eligible to practice patent law and register with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). In order to qualify for the Patent Exam, you will need at least a bachelor's degree in one of the specified fields of science or engineering. Calfee's patent lawyers assist with the preparation and prosecution of patents for a variety of industries, covering all disciplines. Our attorneys utilize their advanced degrees to help clients capture and protect their biological innovations with biotechnology patents. During law school, focusing on intellectual property (IP) law courses can provide you with a solid foundation in the field of patent law. Intellectual Property and Patent Law. Introductory Resources. A STEM undergraduate degree is required to be eligible to practice patent law and register with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).