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Patent Prosecution Patent Agent

BCG Attorney Search
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2027

Pay scale: $150000- $225000


Job Overview


A law firm seeks a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in patent prosecution, particularly with life sciences clients. This role involves U.S. and foreign patent office practice, opinion work, due diligence, licensing, litigation support, and client counseling.


Duties

  • Draft and prosecute patent applications.
  • Engage in U.S. and foreign patent office practices.
  • Conduct opinion work and due diligence.
  • Provide litigation support and client counseling.


Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of patent prosecution experience.
  • Experience with life sciences clients preferred.
  • Admitted to the USPTO.


Education

  • Advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or a biotechnical discipline.


Certifications

  • USPTO admission.


Skills

  • Strong academic credentials.
  • Proficiency in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.


Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a supportive environment.
  • Engage in sophisticated matters at local and national levels.


This opportunity is being presented by BCG Attorney Search, a legal recruiting firm focused exclusively on placing attorneys in permanent positions with law firms.


Since 2000, BCG Attorney Search has helped thousands of attorneys advance their careers at law firms ranging from specialized boutiques to major firms. Our recruiters combine direct relationships with law firms, detailed market research, and an extensive record of prior placements to identify where an attorney’s experience is most likely to be valued.


We help attorneys understand their marketability, identify suitable firms, approach opportunities strategically and confidentially, prepare for interviews, and evaluate offers in light of their long-term career objectives.


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BCG Attorney Search will confidentially review your application and will not forward your materials to the firm without first discussing the opportunity with you.


Job ID: 436769

Salary : $150,000 - $225,000

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