Company name
BCG Attorney Search
Experience
1-8 yrs required
Location
Boulder, CO, United States
Industry
Legal
Posted on
Apr 10, 2025
Valid Through
May 10, 2025
Profile
Job Title:
Patent Agent
Job Location:
Boulder, CO
Job Overview:
A well-regarded law firm with a strong national presence is actively seeking a Patent Agent with a technical background and at least two years of experience to support its Intellectual Property practice. This role offers a chance to collaborate with trailblazers in emerging technologies and assist in the protection of pioneering innovations through strategic patent prosecution. The position is ideal for professionals passionate about technology, innovation, and legal frameworks—especially those who enjoy operating in a collaborative environment that supports professional development and career growth.
Duties:
Draft and prosecute patent applications in collaboration with inventors, engineers, and attorneys.
Conduct thorough analyses of inventions across domains including wireless systems, AI, semiconductors, cloud computing, and health tech.
Assist with post-grant proceedings and contribute to standards-essential patent strategies.
Advise on the scope of protection and align filing strategies with client innovation goals.
Stay current on developments in intellectual property law and relevant technologies.
Work closely with internal and external stakeholders on patent portfolio management.
Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in patent drafting and prosecution.
Familiarity with technologies such as wireless telecommunications, integrated circuits, communication networks, computer hardware/software, data security, artificial intelligence, or medical wearables.
Strong communication and analytical skills to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
Authorized to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities efficiently.
Education:
Bachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
Certifications:
Registration to practice before the USPTO as a Patent Agent (required).
Skills:
Technical writing and analytical reasoning.
High attention to detail in legal and scientific documentation.
Comfortable working with multidisciplinary teams and diverse technologies.
Passion for continual learning in both law and emerging tech.
Innovative mindset with a drive for professional growth and leadership potential.
Job Location:
Boulder, CO (flexibility for hybrid work environment available)
Benefits:
Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Generous time-off policies including unlimited PTO and structured parental leave.
401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.
Supportive work-life balance programs, including flexible schedules and wellness initiatives.
Access to professional development, legal education resources, and mentoring programs.
Participation in firm-sponsored community outreach and volunteering opportunities.
Inclusive fertility, family planning, and caregiver support benefits.
Optional insurance enhancements including critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage.
Hybrid work options support in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
Company info
BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306