Intellectual Property Associate - Technology

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Francisco seeks an Intellectual Property Associate to join its IP team, focusing on patent prosecution and related litigations. You will draft and prosecute patent applications, develop IP portfolios for clients, mentor junior attorneys, and participate in post-grant proceedings and depositions.

The ideal candidate has a JD, USPTO admission, and 2–4 years of post-JD experience, with a strong technical background in EE/CS.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of post-JD experience in patent prosecution and IP litigation.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law in the state/jurisdiction where the position is based and in good standing.

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

Skills

Patent prosecution

IP litigation

Legal research

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering (B.S.)

Graduate degree or industry experience preferred

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Associate to join its San Francisco, 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 state/jurisdiction where the position is based.

Education

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

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.