Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Generous PTO

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-tax benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Cleveland, OH seeks a Patent Agent with a strong background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering to join its Intellectual Property Team.

You will draft and prosecute patents, conduct IP due diligence, respond to office actions, perform patent searches, assess patentability, provide client counseling, manage portfolios, and engage in licensing activities in a collaborative, forward‑thinking firm.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of IP experience
• Registered to practice before the USPTO
• Proven IP law firm experience
• Strong writing and research skills
• Experience with software development preferred

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patents and conduct IP due diligence
• Respond to office actions
• Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches; assess patentability, prior art, non-infringement, and validity
• Provide client counseling and manage portfolios
• Engage in licensing activities

Skills

Patent drafting

Patent prosecution

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE

Tools

USPTO registration

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent with a background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering to join their Intellectual Property Team in Cleveland, OH. This role offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment within a forward-thinking law firm.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patents, and conduct IP due diligence.
• Respond to office actions.
• Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches; assess patentability, prior art, non-infringement, and validity.
• Provide client counseling and manage portfolios.
• Engage in licensing activities.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Registered to practice before the USPTO.
• Proven experience in an IP law firm.
• Superb writing and research skills.
• Strong academic record.
• Experience with software development preferred.

EducationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Excellent patent drafting and prosecution skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and client management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Performance bonus program.
• Generous time off.
• Retirement program including 401(k) plan.
• Group health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Life insurance.
• Voluntary accident insurance for self and family.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Pre-tax benefit programs.