Patent Agent - Electrical

BCG Attorney Search; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Health savings account

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D

Disability benefits

Generous paid time off

Employee discount program

Work-life programs

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property and Technology Division in Minneapolis, MN. The role involves drafting and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications, and supporting due diligence and freedom-to-operate assessments.

The candidate should have at least 5 years of patent experience, USPTO registration, and strong writing and organizational skills to manage deadlines and collaborate with clients and legal teams. Minneapolis-based role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Experience managing patent prosecution docket and deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate with legal teams and clients.
• U.S. Patent & Trademark Office registration.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications globally.
• Coordinate with foreign law firms for filing foreign patent applications.
• Maintain client patent portfolio and manage deadlines.
• Collaborate with partners and staff on patent matters.
• Meet a billable hour requirement of 1650 per year.

Skills

Patent drafting

Prosecution experience

Technical writing

Client communication

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property and Technology Division in Minneapolis, MN. The role involves drafting and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications, providing patentability assessments, and assisting with freedom to operate and due diligence assessments.

Duties

• Draft and globally prosecute patent applications.
• Coordinate with foreign law firms for filing foreign patent applications.
• Maintain client patent portfolio and manage deadlines.
• Collaborate with partners and legal staff on patent matters.
• Meet a billable hour requirement of 1650 per year.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Experience managing patent prosecution docket.
• Ability to collaborate with legal teams and clients.
• Law firm or in-house IP experience.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or similar field.

Certifications

• U.S. Patent & Trademark Office registration.

Skills

• Exceptional writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Medical savings accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Generous paid time off for various leaves.
• Work-life programs and employee discount program.