Patent Agent High Tech

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (3+ days in office)

Travel opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Patent Agent in San Francisco, CA to draft patent applications and responses for high‑tech intellectual property. You will collaborate with attorneys, discuss inventions with clients, and liaison with inventors and the USPTO to advance prosecution.

The role emphasizes strong technical background in CS/EE, organizational skills, and clear communication, with a hybrid work arrangement and potential travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE preferred.
• Licensed to practice before the USPTO preferred.
• Strong investigative and problem resolution skills.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks under time constraints.
• Knowledge of patent documentation standards.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare draft patent applications incorporating scientific aspects of inventions.
• Draft responses to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices.
• Discuss scientific aspects of inventions with clients and inventors.
• Act as liaison between inventors and the Patent & Trademark Office.
• Evaluate and report on technological aspects of inventions.
• Advise attorneys on technologies and conduct investigations as needed.
• Draft, organize, and summarize documents.
• Conduct regulatory and factual research.
• Coordinate workflow with outside service providers.
• Identify and solve complex patent issues.
• Provide guidance to legal support staff.
• Stay updated on technology trends and patent prosecution issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Technology trends

Software proficiency

Time/project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent specializing in high-tech intellectual property for its San Francisco, CA office. This role involves complex client work, including drafting patent applications and responses to the USPTO, and supporting attorneys in delivering efficient legal services.

Duties

• Prepare draft patent applications incorporating scientific aspects of inventions.
• Draft responses to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices.
• Discuss scientific aspects of inventions with clients and inventors.
• Act as liaison between inventors and the Patent & Trademark Office.
• Evaluate and report on technological aspects of inventions.
• Advise attorneys on technologies and conduct investigations as needed.
• Draft, organize, and summarize documents.
• Conduct regulatory and factual research.
• Coordinate workflow with outside service providers.
• Identify and solve complex patent issues.
• Provide guidance to legal support staff.
• Stay updated on technology trends and patent prosecution issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering preferred.
• Licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office preferred.
• Strong investigative and problem resolution skills.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks under time constraints.
• Knowledge of patent documentation standards.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering preferred.

Certifications

Licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office preferred.

Skills

• Ability to analyze and interpret research findings.
• Operational guidance and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of current and emerging technology trends.
• Proficiency in various software packages.
• Time management and project management skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model with a minimum of three days per week in the office.
• Potential for local and out-of-town travel.