Calfee's patent lawyers assist with the preparation and prosecution of patents for a variety of industries, covering all disciplines. To apply, prospective clients can fill out an application.To earn a certificate, students must satisfy all requirements for the LL.M. or M.S.L. and successfully complete the required Intellectual Property Law course. 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. The Master's in Patent Practice program at the School of Law is the first of its kind in Ohio and one of only a handful in the nation. Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering: Before you even consider law school, you must have a strong foundation in science or engineering. A STEM undergraduate degree is required to be eligible to practice patent law and register with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). A STEM undergraduate degree is required to be eligible to practice patent law and register with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Martin has undergraduate degrees in both electrical engineering and mechanical engineering.