Intellectual Property Associate - Technology

BCG Attorney Search; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Intellectual Property Associate to join its Palo Alto, CA office. The role focuses on patent prosecution and litigation work alongside a team of seasoned attorneys.

Duties include drafting and prosecuting patents before the USPTO, developing IP portfolios, mentoring junior associates, and participating in pre-litigation diligence and post-grant proceedings. Candidates should have 2–4 years post-JD experience, USPTO admission, and a JD from an accredited law school;

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• 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 experts.
• Engage in post-grant proceedings, such as inter partes reviews.
• Take and defend depositions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Electrical Engineering / CS degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Associate to join its Palo Alto, CA office. This role involves working on innovative patent prosecution and litigation matters alongside a team of seasoned attorneys.

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 partes reviews.
• Take and defend 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 the relevant state/jurisdiction.

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.

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.