Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Personal medical and parental leave

Up to ten paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Austin, TX seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney with at least two years of patent prosecution experience, especially for life sciences clients.

The role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications, engaging in U.S. and foreign patent office practice, performing due diligence, and providing client counseling and licensing support.

Qualifications

• Two years of patent prosecution experience.
• Admitted to the USPTO.
• Experience with life sciences clients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Engage in U.S. and foreign patent office practice.
• Conduct opinion work and due diligence.
• Provide litigation support and client counseling.
• Participate in licensing and life sciences projects.

Skills

Drafting skills

Prosecution skills

Life sciences experience

Education

Advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or biotechnical discipline

USPTO admission

Job description

A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney in Austin, TX. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of experience in patent prosecution, particularly with life sciences clients. This role involves handling sophisticated matters at both local and national levels.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute patent applications.
• Engage in U.S. and foreign patent office practice.
• Conduct opinion work and due diligence.
• Provide litigation support and client counseling.
• Participate in licensing and life sciences projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of patent prosecution experience.
• Admitted to the USPTO.
• Experience with life sciences clients preferred.

Education

• Advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or a biotechnical discipline.

Certifications

• USPTO admission.

Skills

• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent drafting and prosecuting skills.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Personal medical and parental leave.
• Up to ten paid holidays.
• Family care benefits.

This firm has provided high-value legal services to company and industry leaders as well as public and non-profit organizations for decades. The firm has an international presence, with practice areas including corporate and commercial litigation, intellectual property, and general regulatory advice. The firm's commitment to advancing diversity and inclusivity within the firm and communities guides its recruitment strategy and policy, as evidenced in its diversified workforce and equal opportunities it offers to all employees. The firm has actively supported LGBTQ communities, lawyers with disabilities, and lawyers of color through various resource groups. The firm employs brilliant entry-level and lateral staff and provides professional development training and mentorship programs, with a highly competitive pay package and other bonuses.