Senior Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A leading law firm in Austin specializing in intellectual property law is seeking an experienced U.S. Patent Attorney to join its growing practice. This is a fully remote position, providing an excellent opportunity for a Senior Associate with expertise in patent preparation and prosecution. The role involves advising clients on intellectual property rights, including patents, technical data, trade secrets, and more. Candidates must have a strong background in patent law, with a minimum of three years of experience and a technical degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or physics.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications for clients.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on intellectual property rights, including patents, trade secrets, copyrights, trademarks, and licenses.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations to protect client intellectual property.
• Manage patent dockets and ensure timely submission of all related legal documents.
• Conduct quality control and work product reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Interface with clients to provide guidance on patent law and prosecution strategies.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned by firm partners.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Expertise in handling intellectual property matters, particularly patents.
• Registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Strong understanding of patent laws and intellectual property regulations.

Education

• B.S. or higher degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or physics.

Certifications

• Licensed and registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain high-quality legal output.
• Familiarity with patent docketing and legal document management.

As a firm, their sole emphasis is on protecting their clients Intellectual Property rights. As experts in the field, they know everything about the IP industry and represent each client to the fullest capacity. Working out of one office in Texas, their lawyers handle cases involving trade secrets, patent portfolio development, trademarks, copyright maters and management. They are known best for their advising in IP licensing and litigation as well as patent portfolio development.