Patent Associate

BCG Attorney Search

Portland (ME)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for growth

Collaborative, team‑oriented culture

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a patent associate to join the Patent Practice Group in Portland, ME. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's or advanced degree in electrical engineering, robotics, or physics and have 2–4 years of patent prosecution experience.

The role involves prosecuting patents across medical devices, electronics and robotics, collaborating with clients to explain complex technical concepts, and developing long-lasting relationships within a team‑oriented environment that supports

Qualifications

2–4 years patent prosecution experience in a law firm.
Experience with technologies such as medical devices, electronics, or robotics.

Responsibilities

Conduct patent prosecution for a range of technologies, including medical devices, electronics, and robotics.
Collaborate with clients to explain complex legal and technical concepts.
Work within a team-oriented environment to build lasting client relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Education

Electrical engineering / robotics / physics degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a patent associate with a bachelor's or advanced degree in electrical engineering, robotics, or physics to join their Patent Practice Group in Portland, ME.

Duties

Conduct patent prosecution for various technologies, including medical devices, electronics, and robotics.
Collaborate with clients to explain complex legal and technical concepts.
Work within a team-oriented environment to develop long-lasting client relationships.

Requirements