Junior Associate needed for Washington office

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Job Overview:
A prestigious intellectual property law firm in Washington, D.C., is seeking a Junior Associate to join their Mechanical & Design Group. This is a hybrid position with a competitive salary range, offering a collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment. The firm specializes in patent prosecution and offers extensive opportunities for professional growth and mentorship. The ideal candidate will have a background in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related fields, combined with legal expertise in patent prosecution.

Location:

• Washington, D.C.

Duties:

• Conduct comprehensive prior art searches to assess the novelty and non-obviousness of utility and/or design patent claims
• Assist in developing design and utility patent portfolios
• Draft design patent applications, focusing on the aesthetic and ornamental aspects of mechanical inventions
• Draft utility patent applications for mechanical inventions, emphasizing functional and innovative aspects
• Prepare patent specifications, including detailed descriptions, drawings, and claims
• Respond to patent office actions and engage in patent prosecution proceedings
• Stay up to date with changes in patent law and regulations, providing clients with current and accurate advice

Requirements:

• JD and active bar membership in a U.S. jurisdiction
• Must be eligible to waive into the D.C. Bar or willing to sit for the D.C. bar exam
• 1 to 4 years of experience in patent prosecution, especially in design and utility patents (preferred but flexible)
• Strong academic credentials
• An enterprising spirit and eagerness to build on formal and informal training

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• JD from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Eligible for D.C. Bar or willing to take the bar exam

Skills:

• Experience in patent prosecution for mechanical inventions (preferred)
• Strong technical background in mechanical, biomedical, or aerospace engineering
• Stellar academic credentials
• Excellent research, drafting, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in a hybrid work environment

Benefits:

• Hybrid work model
• Mentorship and development opportunities
• Collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic work environment
• Potential for remote work arrangements (case-by-case basis)

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306