Associate - Patent Prosecution Electrical Engineering Computer Science amp Japanese Language Skills

BCG Attorney Search; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Technology allowance

Family-friendly childcare

Health and wellness initiatives

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Houston, TX seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate with expertise in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and Japanese language skills to support leading clients on innovative technologies. The role focuses on patent prosecution, strategic IP counsel, and collaboration with a talented team.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of patent experience, a state bar admission, USPTO registration, and excellent writing abilities.

Qualifications

• Background in EE or CS essential.
• 2+ years patent prosecution experience.
• Active state bar membership and CLE compliance.
• USPTO registration required.

Responsibilities

• Engage in patent prosecution for cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborate with a team of legal practitioners and clients.
• Conduct complex legal analysis and provide strategic advice.
• Communicate effectively with diverse clients and team members.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science

English

Japanese

Patent prosecution

Bar admission

USPTO registration

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate with expertise in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and Japanese language skills for their Houston, TX office. The successful candidate will work on innovative technologies for leading clients, providing strategic advice and solving intellectual property issues.

Duties

• Engage in patent prosecution for cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborate with a team of legal practitioners and clients.
• Conduct complex legal analysis and provide strategic advice.
• Communicate effectively with diverse clients and team members.

Requirements

• Strong background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Proficiency in English and Japanese languages.
• Minimum of 2 years of patent prosecution experience.
• Active membership in the state bar and compliance with CLE requirements.
• Registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.

Education

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred.

Certifications

• Registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills for detailed legal analysis.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Annual technology allowance.
• Family-friendly atmosphere with back-up childcare.
• Health and wellness initiatives.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.