What is life like as a high technology patent lawyer?

Ellie asked:


I know it is recommended order drugs online that you have an engineering degree for undergrad. My friend is a software engineering major and was wondering if as a patent lawyer you have to spend a lot of time in front of a computer. He would prefer to not be in front of a screen all day and was hoping patent law would be a way out of it while still keeping his engineering degree. Does a patent lawyer spend most of his time with clients or computers? What is a “typical” day like? Thanks everyone!