Associate - Intellectual Property

BCG Attorney Search; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a highly motivated Associate to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in intellectual property, focusing on patent preparation, prosecution, and strategic counseling.

The role involves preparing and prosecuting U.S. patent applications, managing portfolios, and performing analyses with collaboration across industries.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 3-5 years of patent prosecution and IP counseling experience.
• Engineering or related degree required (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, CS).
• USPTO registration to practice law.
• Trademark prosecution experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute U.S. patent applications.
• Manage domestic and foreign patent portfolios.
• Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and validity analyses.
• Collaborate with clients across various industries and technologies.
• Provide strategic IP counseling to clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Collaborative

Education

J.D.

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Associate to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in intellectual property, focusing on patent preparation, prosecution, and strategic counseling.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute U.S. patent applications.
• Manage domestic and foreign patent portfolios.
• Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and validity analyses.
• Collaborate with clients across various industries and technologies.
• Provide strategic counseling on intellectual property matters.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 3-5 years of experience in patent prosecution and intellectual property counseling.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Experience in trademark prosecution is preferred.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Collaborative and committed to client service.

Benefits

• Substantial client contact.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated intellectual property matters.
• Collegial and diverse work environment.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.