Associate Patent Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Associate Patent Attorney in Irvine, CA. This role involves drafting, preparing, and reviewing patent applications, as well as responding to patent office communications and conducting examiner interviews.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in patent prosecution, with strong communication skills and a commitment to excellence in IP law. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of patent prosecution practice.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO and California bar.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and review patent applications.
• Respond to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices.
• Conduct examiner interviews.

Skills

Patent prosecution practice

Communication skills

Legal analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Patent Attorney in Irvine, CA. The firm specializes in intellectual property prosecution for a diverse clientele, including inventors, universities, and companies globally. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patent prosecution and a commitment to excellence in IP law.

Duties

• Draft, prepare, and review patent applications.
• Respond to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices.
• Conduct examiner interviews.
• Draft, prepare, and review trademark applications.
• Prepare litigation documents and support litigation, including IPR proceedings.
• Review and prepare licensing documents.
• Communicate with foreign counsel and revise documents as needed.
• Complete consultation calls and engage in meetings with prospective clients.
• Participate in team meetings and client consultations.
• Perform patentability, infringement, and invalidity analyses, and patent due diligence.
• Utilize internal software systems to manage projects and workload.
• Manage docket, meet deadlines, and produce results.
• Assist with domestic and international business development.

Requirements

• 5+ years of patent prosecution practice.
• Patent litigation/licensing experience is a plus.
• Wireless technology experience is a plus.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO and the California bar.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.

Certifications

• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Admission to the California bar.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in managing IP portfolios.
• Ability to conduct detailed legal analyses.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.