Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Generous time off

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, vision insurance

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-tax benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Costa Mesa, CA seeks a Patent Agent with a 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, and counsel clients on portfolios, licensing, and strategy.

Qualified candidates have 3+ years in a relevant field, USPTO registration, IP law firm experience, superb writing and research skills, and a strong academic record; software development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a relevant field (IP/Patent).
• Registered to practice before the USPTO.
• Proven experience in an IP law firm.
• Exceptional writing and research skills.
• Strong academic record.
• Software development experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patents and conduct IP due diligence.
• Respond to office actions.
• Prepare 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

IP portfolio management

Client communication

Research skills

Education

Bachelors in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering

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 Costa Mesa, CA. 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 relevant field.
• 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.

Education

• Bachelor'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.