Patent Agent - Mechanical

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Health savings accounts

EAP & Wellness

Life insurance & AD&D

Disability benefits

Generous PTO

Work-life programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in New York, NY is seeking an experienced Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property and Technology Division. The role involves drafting and prosecuting U.S.

and foreign patent applications, providing patentability assessments, and assisting with freedom to operate analyses and due diligence. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, and active USPTO registration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of patent preparation and prosecution.
• Experience managing patent prosecution docket.
• Law firm or in-house IP experience.
• USPTO registration required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and globally prosecute patent applications.
• Coordinate with foreign law firms for patent filings.
• Maintain client patent portfolios and manage deadlines.
• Collaborate with partners and legal staff on patent matters.
• Meet annual billable hour requirements.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Collaboration with teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar field

U.S. Patent & Trademark Office registration

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property and Technology Division in New York, NY. 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 patent filings.
• Maintain client patent portfolios and manage deadlines.
• Collaborate with partners and legal staff on patent matters.
• Meet annual billable hour requirements.

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.