Intellectual Property Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is assisting a law firm in Boston, MA in recruiting a mid-level Intellectual Property Associate focused on complex technology transactions and IP counseling. The role combines transactional work with strategic IP guidance, offering exposure to partners and clients on sophisticated deals.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and a JD with Massachusetts admission.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant IP/tech transaction experience.
• Experience with IP licensing and counseling.
• Massachusetts admission to the bar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements, including software and SaaS agreements.
• Advise on IP risk allocation in commercial transactions, including ownership, licensing, and use of technology and proprietary materials.
• Support clients in the commercialization of technology-enabled products and services.
• Assist with IP advisory work, including trademark clearance, prosecution, and enforcement strategy.
• Conduct copyright and content-use analysis, including media clearance and fair use.

Skills

IP transactions

Licensing

Drafting

Client interaction

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Intellectual Property Associate in Boston, MA. The role focuses on complex commercial agreements and counseling for technology and IP‑driven businesses. The position offers the chance to work with partners and gain client exposure on sophisticated deals, combining transactional work with strategic IP counseling.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements, including software and SaaS agreements, master services, and professional services agreements.
• Advise on IP risk allocation in commercial transactions, including ownership, licensing, and use of technology and proprietary materials.
• Support clients in the commercialization of technology‑enabled products and services.
• Assist with IP‑related advisory work, including trademark clearance, prosecution, and enforcement strategy.
• Conduct copyright and content‑use analysis, including media clearance and fair use.

Requirements

• Approximately 3‑5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with technology transactions and IP licensing.
• Experience with trademark and/or broader IP counseling.
• Strong drafting, issue‑spotting, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work directly with partners and clients.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the state of Massachusetts.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in managing complex transactions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.