Mid-level Patent Agent

A dynamic law firm in Houston is seeking a highly qualified Mid-level Patent Agent to join its intellectual property team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in patent preparation and prosecution, focusing on electrical engineering, computer science, and related technologies. The individual should possess exceptional academic credentials, strong law firm or industry experience, and excellent communication and writing skills.

Duties:

• Conduct patent searches and analysis to assess patentability and freedom-to-operate issues.
• Draft high-quality patent applications in the fields of electrical engineering, computer science, data science/AI, networking technologies, machine learning/AI, and hardware security.
• Communicate effectively with inventors, clients, and attorneys to gather necessary information for patent filings.
• Navigate and respond to office actions from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Provide strategic counseling on patent portfolio development and management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is mandatory.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Solid understanding of patent laws and regulations.
• Experience in patent prosecution in electrical engineering, software-related technologies, data science/AI, networking technologies, and machine learning/AI.
• Knowledge of hardware security is a plus.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in drafting patent applications.
• Proficiency in conducting patent searches.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently.
• Familiarity with network security concepts is advantageous.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.