Patent Agent

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility to work remotely or in the office

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive work environment

Opportunity to work with leading technology clients

Job summary

A distinguished law firm is seeking an experienced Patent Agent or Attorney to join its expanding 5G standards practice. This role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications and requires strong technical knowledge in telecommunications technologies. Successful candidates will have the flexibility of remote work and the opportunity for professional growth while collaborating on complex cases in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years experience in patent applications related to 4G, 5G, 6G.
• Experience with 3GPP Communication Standards Organization submissions.
• Registration with USPTO is required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications for 4G, 5G, and 6G technologies.
• Prepare claim charts mapping patent claims to 3GPP standards.
• Provide strategic patent advice and support new practice area development.

Skills

Expertise in wireless communication standards

Technical writing skills

Client communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science

Job description

Job Overview:A distinguished law firm seeks an experienced Patent Agent or Attorney with specialized expertise in 5G and wireless standards to join its expanding 5G standards practice. This position requires strong technical knowledge in patent applications related to 4G, 5G, and upcoming 6G technologies, as well as experience with the 3GPP Communication Standards Organization. This role offers the flexibility of remote work and opportunities for professional growth, including contributing to a new team in the Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. areas.

Location:

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications related to 4G, 5G, and 6G technologies for submission to the 3GPP Communication Standards Organization.
• Prepare claim charts that align patent claims with 3GPP Communication Standards.
• Collaborate with innovative clients on complex telecommunications patent cases.
• Provide strategic patent advice and contribute to ongoing development within the 5G standards practice.
• Option to support the development of new practice areas and contribute to office growth initiatives.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications specifically related to 4G, 5G, and 6G technologies.
• Demonstrated experience with technical submissions to the 3GPP Communication Standards Organization.
• Experience preparing claim charts mapping patent claims to 3GPP standards.
• Previous Big Law experience is an advantage.

Education:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field is preferred.

Certifications:

• Registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills:

• Expertise in wireless communication standards and telecommunications technology, particularly 4G, 5G, and 6G.
• Strong analytical and technical writing skills for drafting high-quality patent applications.
• Ability to independently manage complex patent portfolios and meet productivity goals.
• Effective client communication skills and experience handling sophisticated patent issues.
• Flexibility to work remotely or in the main office, with a collegial and collaborative environment.
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading technology clients in areas like AR/VR, machine learning, and other cutting-edge fields.
• Supportive work environment that encourages professional development and team contributions.
• Potential for leadership in establishing new team practices in a growing firm.

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