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Intellectual Property Patent Agent

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
1-8 yrs required

Location
Palo Alto, CA, United States

Industry
Legal

Posted on
Sep 18, 2026

Profile

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a patent agent in Silicon Valley, California, with over two years of experience in computer science or electrical engineering. The role involves collaborating with inventors and attorneys to prepare and prosecute patent applications for emerging technologies.

Duties

  • Identify inventions through technical discussions with inventors.
  • Perform novelty and clearance searches to distinguish inventions from current art.
  • Draft comprehensive patent applications.
  • Negotiate the scope of rights with the Patent Office.
  • Prepare reports and documentation to manage patent portfolios.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in computer science or electrical engineering.
  • Strong technical skills and excellent writing abilities.
  • Exceptional attention to technical detail.
  • Effective communication and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics.

Certifications

  • None specified.

Skills

  • Technical experience in data science, machine learning, AI, IoT, wireless communications, sensors, semiconductors, or optics is a plus.

Benefits

  • Location flexibility.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
228 Hamilton Ave, 3rd Floor
Palo Alto
California
United States 94301
Phone : (650) 752-1500
Fax : (213) 895-7306

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