Registered Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer contribution

Parental leave

Transportation fringe benefit

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Registered Patent Agent for its Intellectual Property Department in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will draft US and foreign applications and assist attorneys on technical aspects of post-grant proceedings.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with 2-3 days on-site weekly, requiring USPTO admission and 3 years (6 preferred) of experience; a Master’s or PhD in physics or engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice before the USPTO.
• 3 years (6 years preferred) of experience as a registered patent agent.
• Industry experience in technology or engineering companies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft applications and responses to office actions for US and foreign applications.
• Support attorneys in technical aspects of post-grant proceedings and patent litigation.
• Conduct due diligence, including freedom to operate studies.

Skills

Westlaw

Patent databases

MS Office

Education

Master's in physics/EE/CE

PhD in relevant field

Bachelor's with industry experience

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Registered Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property Department in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will work within a dynamic team, supporting complex telecommunication, software, and AI technologies. This role offers a hybrid work model, requiring 2-3 days on-site weekly.

Duties

Draft applications and responses to office actions for US and foreign applications.

Support attorneys in technical aspects of post-grant proceedings and patent litigation.

Conduct due diligence, including freedom to operate studies.

Requirements

Admitted to practice before the USPTO.

3 years (6 years preferred) of experience as a registered patent agent.

Industry experience in technology or engineering companies is a plus.

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in physics, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related discipline.

Bachelor's degree with significant industry experience may be considered.

Certifications

Registered Patent Agent with the USPTO.

Skills

Proficient in Westlaw, patent-related databases, and MS Office Suite.

Excellent analytical, technical, and critical-thinking skills.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401k with employer contribution.

Parental leave and transportation fringe benefit program.

Generous paid time off policy.

Long-term and short-term disability policies.