Intellectual Property Associate - Technology

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Professional development and career 🔹/

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Intellectual Property Associate for its Boston, MA office to work on patent prosecution and litigation within a dynamic legal team.

The role requires 2–4 years post-JD experience, admission to the USPTO, and MA/NY/CA/DC bar status. A JD with EE/CS/CE background is preferred, with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of post-JD experience in patent prosecution and IP litigation.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in MA, NY, CA, or DC.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Develop and manage strategic IP portfolios for clients.
• Mentor and train junior associates.
• Conduct pre-litigation diligence.
• Draft pleadings, conduct legal research, and prepare expert witnesses.
• Engage in post-grant proceedings such as IPRs and PGRs.
• Take and defend depositions.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Analytical and problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Electrical Engineering/CS/CE bachelor

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Associate to join its Boston, MA office. This role involves working on innovative patent prosecution and litigation matters within a dynamic team of legal professionals.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Develop and manage strategic IP portfolios for clients.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior associates.
• Conduct pre-litigation diligence.
• Draft pleadings, conduct legal research, and prepare expert witnesses.
• Engage in post-grant proceedings, such as inter parties reviews and post-grant reviews.
• Participate in taking and defending depositions.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of post-JD experience in patent prosecution and IP litigation.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in MA, NY, CA, or DC.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering required; preference for a graduate degree or industry experience in these disciplines.

Certifications

• Admission to practice before the USPTO.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.