Patent Prosecution & IP Strategy Associate

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

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a highly motivated Associate to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in intellectual property, focusing on patent preparation, prosecution, and strategic counseling.

The role involves preparing and prosecuting U.S. patent applications, managing portfolios, and performing analyses with collaboration across industries.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 3-5 years of patent prosecution and IP counseling experience.
• Engineering or related degree required (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, CS).
• USPTO registration to practice law.
• Trademark prosecution experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute U.S. patent applications.
• Manage domestic and foreign patent portfolios.
• Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and validity analyses.
• Collaborate with clients across various industries and technologies.
• Provide strategic IP counseling to clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Collaborative

Education

J.D.

Job description

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a highly motivated Associate to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in intellectual property, focusing on patent preparation, prosecution, and strategic counseling.

The role involves preparing and prosecuting U.S. patent applications, managing portfolios, and performing analyses with collaboration across industries.