Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in St. Louis seeks an experienced Patent Agent for its Intellectual Property team. This role involves patent prosecution across diverse industries and encompasses drafting applications and prosecuting patent filings. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and experience in patent preparation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure based on billable hours.

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Paid time off and holidays.

Retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Registration with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.
• Proficiency in managing patent prosecution dockets.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
• Coordinate with foreign associates for global patent filings.
• Maintain client patent portfolios and ensure filing deadlines.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science or related field

Job description

Job Overview:
A reputable law firm located in Saint Louis is seeking an experienced Patent Agent to join their Intellectual Property team. This role involves patent prosecution work across various industries such as industrial automation, medical devices, consumer products, and more. The firm represents global clients, and this position will handle the full spectrum of patent duties, including drafting applications, prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent filings, and conducting patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications across various technologies.
• Coordinate with foreign associates and law firms to file patent applications globally.
• Communicate with clients regarding document legalization, deadlines, and patent filings.
• Assist clients in maintaining their patent portfolios and ensure timely filing of responses.
• Review and handle foreign filing requirements and obtain necessary licenses.
• Delegate tasks effectively to Paralegals or Legal Administrative Assistants.
• Ensure the accuracy of client patent portfolios and track key dates for deadlines.
• Anticipate the needs of supervising partners and clients and provide proactive support.
• Meet the annual billable hour target of 1650 hours.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Registration with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.
• At least 3 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Proficiency in managing patent prosecution dockets.
• Experience working collaboratively with partners, paralegals, and docketing specialists.
• Prior experience in a law firm or corporate in-house IP department is essential.

Preferred Experience:

• 7+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Expertise in a broad range of technologies, including mechanical, electro-mechanical, and software.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant technical discipline.

Certifications:

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to handle complex legal tasks with attention to detail.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Competitive salary and bonus structure based on billable hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement savings plan.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]

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