Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Days Off (PDO)/Vacation

Discretionary performance-based bonus

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate for their Houston office. In this role, you will work on patent prosecution and litigation matters, primarily in the fields of electrical engineering and software, focusing on 5G, 6G, and 3GPP standards.

The ideal candidate will have 2-6 years of legal experience in IP law, be admitted to the USPTO, and possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a discretionary performance-based bonus.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of legal experience in IP law.
• Admitted to the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law or ability to become licensed in the state of employment.
• Experience with wireless communication standards is preferred.
• Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar field.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Engage in litigation related to patent matters.
• Collaborate with a team on complex legal issues.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.

Skills

Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational and analytical abilities

Excellent academic credentials

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate to join their team in Houston, TX. The role involves working on patent prosecution and litigation matters, particularly in the areas of electrical engineering and software, with a focus on 5G, 6G, and 3GPP standards.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Engage in litigation related to patent matters.
• Collaborate with a team on complex legal issues.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.

Requirements

• 2-6 years of legal experience in IP law.
• Admitted to the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law or ability to become licensed in the state of employment.
• Experience with wireless communication standards is preferred.
• Background in computer science, electrical engineering, or similar field.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Days Off (PDO)/Vacation.
• Discretionary performance-based bonus.