Patent Agent/Advisor Electrical/Mechanical

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Patent Agent/Advisor in Boston to join their patent counseling and prosecution practice. The ideal candidate will have substantive industry experience and a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.

Duties

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patent and scientific papers to assist attorneys in prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.

Requirements

• At least one year of law firm experience.
• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Broad scientific knowledge in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Initiative, fast learner, and ability to work well with others.

Education

• Degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced degree is a plus.

Certifications

• Registered US patent agent or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits

• Law school tuition assistance for patent agent candidates.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care for children and adults.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
• Ten paid holidays annually.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
225 Franklin Street, 26th floor
Boston
Massachusetts
United States 02110
Phone : (857) 277-7381
Fax : (213) 895-7306