Patents Counsel Electrical Engineering

BCG Attorney Search; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal field is seeking a skilled Patent Counsel to join their dynamic team in Denver. This role is perfect for candidates with a strong background in patent prosecution, especially in cutting-edge areas like 5G, AI, and wireless technologies. You will be responsible for evaluating patentability, drafting applications, and guiding clients through intellectual property strategies. With significant career growth potential, this position offers the chance to advance to Senior Counsel and beyond, in a supportive environment that values innovation and collaboration. If you are passionate about intellectual property and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in patent prosecution with strong knowledge of USPTO processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patentability of technologies and draft patent applications.
• Collaborate with clients to manage patent portfolios and provide strategic advice.

Skills

Patent prosecution

USPTO processes

Wireless technologies

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Client management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bar admission

Job description

A law firm seeks an experienced Patent Counsel to join its growing team in Denver, CO. This position is ideal for individuals with at least two years of patent prosecution experience, particularly in areas such as 5G, Wi-Fi, artificial intelligence (AI), processor systems, and RF technologies. The Patent Counsel will play a critical role in evaluating the patentability of cutting-edge innovations, drafting patent applications, and collaborating with clients and other legal professionals to guide intellectual property strategy. This role offers significant career growth potential, including the opportunity to advance to Senior Counsel and beyond.

Duties:

• Assess the patentability of technologies in areas such as wireless communications, AI, image processing, and RF front-end
• Draft and prosecute patent applications for groundbreaking technologies
• Work closely with clients to develop and manage patent portfolios
• Assist in responding to USPTO actions and managing ongoing patent prosecution processes
• Provide strategic patent advice on portfolio management and IP protection
• Collaborate with researchers, inventors, and attorneys to evaluate innovations and technologies
• Contribute to the growth of the practice, with the potential to take on leadership responsibilities
• Keep up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends within your practice areas

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• At least two years of experience in patent prosecution
• Registered with the USPTO or eligible to register
• Admission to the Bar in a relevant jurisdiction, or eligibility to waive in
• Strong background in 5G, Wi-Fi, AI, processor systems, and wireless technologies
• Excellent verbal, written, and analytical skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline

Certifications:

• USPTO registration required (or eligibility to register)
• Bar admission (or eligibility to waive in)

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent prosecution and familiarity with USPTO processes
• Expertise in wireless technologies, AI, and related fields
• Strong ability to manage patent portfolios and provide strategic advice
• Excellent research and communication abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients and other legal professionals
• Experience in autonomous vehicles, robotics, computer vision, or natural language processing is a plus

This is an excellent opportunity for a Patent Counsel looking to make a significant impact in the intellectual property field while growing their career within a supportive and innovative environment.