Junior/Mid-Level Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Dental insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Reston, VA seeks a Junior/Mid-Level Patent Agent with a background in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering and USPTO registration to join its Patent Development & Strategy practice.

The role focuses on drafting and prosecuting US and international patent applications, performing prior art and patentability analyses, and supporting due diligence and portfolio management for technology clients. Strong writing, analytical, and project-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications.
• Experience preparing responses to Office Actions and conducting patentability analyses.
• Prior experience in a law firm or in-house intellectual property environment preferred.
• Experience with due diligence, opinions, freedom-to-operate analyses, licensing, and related patent counseling work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in technology-related fields.
• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to develop patent protection strategies.
• Conduct prior art, patentability, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Support IP due diligence and portfolio management matters.
• Assist attorneys with client counseling and strategic patent matters.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Drafting

Office actions

Due diligence

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science

Ph.D. in a related discipline

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior/Mid-Level Patent Agent to join its Patent Development & Strategy practice in Reston, VA. The ideal candidate will have a background in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering and be registered with the USPTO.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications in technology-related fields.
• Collaborate with inventors and attorneys to develop patent protection strategies.
• Conduct prior art, patentability, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Support IP due diligence and portfolio management matters.
• Assist attorneys with client counseling and strategic patent matters.

Requirements

• 2+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications.
• Experience preparing responses to Office Actions and conducting patentability analyses.
• Prior experience in a law firm or in-house intellectual property environment preferred.
• Experience with due diligence, opinions, freedom-to-operate analyses, licensing, and related patent counseling work is a plus.

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

Certifications

Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) required.

Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Sound business judgment and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.