Patent Associate or Patent Agent

2 weeks ago


Houston Texas, United States Direct Counsel, LLC Full time
Patent Associate or Patent Agent

Direct Counsel, LLC has partnered with a national law firm seeking an experienced Patent Associate or Patent Agent with 4 or more years of experience to join its Intellectual Property practice in Houston, TX or Atlanta, GA.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Preparing and prosecuting patent applications filed with the USPTO and foreign patent offices.
  • Providing technological guidance to attorneys in assisting clients to document inventions.
  • Counseling clients on comprehensive IP strategy, prior art analysis, and IP portfolio management.
Requirements:
  • Law Firm experience and formal training in a law firm environment.
  • Registration to practice before the USPTO is a plus, but not required.
  • Bachelor's Degree (or advanced degree) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and/or Telecommunications is required.
  • Industry experience preferred but not required.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Detail oriented, organized, and team oriented.
  • Excellent writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to multi-task independently under deadlines, efficiently manage firm resources, effectively delegate, and prioritize and manage case assignments.
  • Ability to effectively present information and professionally respond to questions.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to recognize inefficiencies in work process and contribute to improvements.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate high integrity.
  • Computer self-sufficient (complete Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Proficiency with specialized software and online programs as required.
Compensation and Benefits:

Salary is depending on experience. Comprehensive benefits package: Life, Health, 401k plan, accident and disability insurance.



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