Patent Attorney - Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Remote work flexibility

Metro accessibility

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a motivated Patent Attorney to join a Washington, DC area team. The role focuses on prosecuting patents for leading technology clients, with emphasis on collaboration and clear technical communication.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of patent prosecution experience and USPTO registration, along with strong writing and analytical abilities and a collaborative mindset. This full-time position offers a dynamic, professional environment.

Qualifications

• One to three years of patent prosecution experience.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO.
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies.
• Collaborate with clients and other professionals.
• Conduct case discussions with clients.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in patent law.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated and highly skilled Patent Attorney to join their team in the Washington, DC Metro Area. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work with leading global technology companies in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Duties

• Prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies.
• Collaborate with clients and other professionals.
• Conduct case discussions with clients.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in patent law.

Requirements

• One to three years of substantial patent prosecution experience as a licensed attorney at a U.S. law firm or in-house.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO.
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent.

Certifications

Registration to practice before the USPTO.

Skills

• Strong technical writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Positive and collaborative team environment.
• Remote working possibilities in VA and some nearby states.
• Walking distance to Dunn Loring-Merrifield metro station.