Patent Agent - Mechanical

BCG Attorney Search; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Medical savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Life insurance & AD&D

Disability benefits

Generous paid time off

Work-life program

Employee discount program

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Patent Agent for its Intellectual Property and Technology Division in Omaha, NE. The role involves drafting and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications, performing patentability assessments, and supporting due diligence.

Responsibilities include coordinating with foreign firms, managing client portfolios, and guiding paralegals. Candidates should have 5+ years of patent experience, a strong technical background in EE, and USPTO registration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Experience managing patent prosecution docket.
• Ability to collaborate with partners and legal staff.
• Law firm or in-house IP experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or similar field.
• U.S. Patent & Trademark Office registration.

Responsibilities

• 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 clients for document processing and legalization.
• Review country requirements and obtain Foreign Filing Licenses.
• Delegate tasks effectively to paralegals and legal assistants.

Skills

Writing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independent thinking

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

USPTO registration

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property and Technology Division in Omaha, NE. The successful candidate will draft and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications, provide patentability assessments, and assist 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 clients for document processing and legalization.
• Review country requirements and obtain Foreign Filing Licenses.
• Delegate tasks effectively to paralegals and legal assistants.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Experience managing patent prosecution docket.
• Ability to collaborate with partners and legal staff.
• 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.
• Independent thinking and problem-solving skills.

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.