Patent Prosecution Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a mid-level Patent Prosecution Associate in Dallas, TX, with 2–5 years of relevant experience to support our Intellectual Property Practice Group and high-profile clients.

The successful candidate will draft and prosecute patent applications, collaborate with inventors and in-house counsel, and provide strategic IP guidance under partner supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in the applicable jurisdiction.
• At least 3 years of patent prosecution experience, especially in AI and ML.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications related to AI/ML and other technologies.
• Collaborate with inventors and in-house counsel to develop strategic IP portfolios.
• Provide expert IP guidance under partner-level supervision.
• Manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Computer Engineering degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a talented mid-level Patent Prosecution Associate with 2-5 years of relevant experience to join their Intellectual Property Practice Group in Dallas, TX. The successful candidate will support high-profile clients in various industries.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications related to advanced computing technologies.
• Collaborate with inventors and in-house counsel to develop strategic intellectual property portfolios.
• Analyze complex technologies and provide expert advice under partner-level supervision.
• Manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in the applicable jurisdiction.
• At least 3 years of experience in patent prosecution, particularly in AI and ML.
• Strong technical expertise in areas such as medical devices, semiconductors, or software systems.

Education

• Degree in Computer Engineering required.

Certifications

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently.

Benefits

• Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.