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Austin office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks life sciences patent agent with experience. The candidate will perform highly complex and sensitive client work requiring a high level of professional capability and skill. Will prepare draft patent applications in particular incorporating scientific aspects of inventions. Prepare draft responses to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices with regard to factual and other scientific matters. Discuss the scientific aspects of inventions with clients and inventors and thereafter provide attorneys with a report on those discussions. Communicate with, and act as liaison between, inventors and Patent and Trademark Office in connection with all aspects of patent application process. Evaluate and report on the technological aspects of inventions and other scientific matters. Advise attorneys on general and specific technologies and investigate those technologies as needed. Draft, organize, analyze, review and summarize documents. Review and analyze client and other files. Conduct regulatory and factual research. Communicate face-to-face, by e-mail and by telephone with staff, clients, vendors, and PTO and agency personnel. Coordinate workflow with outside service providers. Organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints in an efficient and cost effective manner. Identify and analyze complex patent issues and problems and implement solutions. Interact professionally with clients, lawyers, and employees at all levels and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentiality. Provide direction and guidance to legal support staff on specific issues, as appropriate. Stay abreast of technology trends and make recommendations regarding technology needs. Undertake continuing education, and remain abreast of current patent prosecution issues and trends, as required to maintain appropriate accreditation in the field. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Assist attorneys in the delivery of quality legal services to clients in an efficient and cost effective manner. Must have a Bachelor's degree and an advanced degree in the life sciences field, with an emphasis on immunology, organic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology or genetics. Must preferably be licensed to practice before the USPTO. Knowledge of principles, procedures, and standards for drafting a range of complex patent documentation in area of expertise is needed. Knowledge of and use of time management and project management strategies is essential. Legal

The candidate should have a high level of professional capability and skill. Should have: Ability to analyze, interpret, and draw inferences from research findings, and prepare reports; Ability to provide operational guidance and leadership to technical staff in area of specialty. Strong investigative and problem resolution skills are essential. Must have: Ability to effectively communicate complex factual, technical information; Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures; Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals are essential. Must have advanced oral and written communication skills. Should have ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints; Ability to learn and capably use various software packages; Ability to operate standard office equipment; Ability to facilitate individual and group meetings; Ability to understand and comply with confidentiality issues and ethical responsibilities; Ability to travel to private and public buildings via private or public conveyance to assist in attending to client needs on legal matters.

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. The firm pays top-of-market compensation.

Patent Agents - Genetics, Patent Agents - Chemistry, Patent Agents - Biology, Patent Agents - Biochemistry

Full-Time

Austin office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks patent agent with experience. The candidate will prepare draft patent applications and draft responses to communications from the USPTO. Will assist attorneys in the delivery of quality legal services to clients in an efficient and cost effective manner. Prepare draft patent applications in particular incorporating scientific aspects of inventions. Prepare draft responses to communications from U.S. and foreign patent offices with regard to factual and other scientific matters. Discuss the scientific aspects of inventions with clients and inventors and thereafter provide attorneys with a report on those discussions. Communicate with, and act as liaison between, inventors and Patent and Trademark Office in connection with all aspects of patent application process. Evaluate and report on the technological aspects of inventions and other scientific matters. Advise attorneys on general and specific technologies and investigate those technologies as needed. Draft, organize, analyze, review and summarize documents. Review and analyze client and other files. Conduct regulatory and factual research. Communicate face-to-face, by e-mail and by telephone with staff, clients, vendors, and PTO and agency personnel. Coordinate workflow with outside service providers. Organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints in an efficient and cost effective manner. Identify and analyze complex patent issues and problems and implement solutions. Interact professionally with clients, lawyers, and employees at all levels and provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact while safeguarding confidentiality. Provide direction and guidance to legal support staff on specific issues, as appropriate. Stay abreast of technology trends and make recommendations regarding technology needs. Undertake continuing education, and remain abreast of current patent prosecution issues and trends, as required to maintain appropriate accreditation in the field. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Must have a Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or electrical engineering. Must be licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Knowledge of principles, procedures, and standards for drafting a range of complex patent documentation in area of expertise is essential. Knowledge of and use of time management and project management strategies is needed. Legal

The candidate will analyze, interpret, and draw inferences from research findings, and prepare reports. Will provide operational guidance and leadership to technical staff in area of specialty. Ability to effectively communicate complex factual, technical information. Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures. Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints. Ability to learn and capably use various software packages. Ability to operate standard office equipment. Ability to facilitate individual and group meetings. Ability to understand and comply with confidentiality issues and ethical responsibilities. Ability to travel to private and public buildings via private or public conveyance to assist in attending to client needs on legal matters. Within the resident office, there is daily contact with partners, associates, paralegals, and office personnel at all levels. There is a moderate amount of contact with these same groups in other offices. Outside the Firm, there is a moderate amount of contact with clients, vendor representatives and agency personnel. Additional hours will be required when necessary to meet established deadlines or stay current with occasional peaks in workload. Flexibility in working overtime evenings and weekends as required by assigned or overflow work. May require local and out of town travel. Must be a self-starter and have a can-do attitude, possess excellent administrative skills and must have excellent academic credentials. Strong investigative and problem resolution skills are needed. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals are essential. Advanced oral and written communication skills are needed.

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. The firm pays top-of-market compensation.

Patent Agents - Electrical Engineering, Patent Agents - Computer Science, Patent Agents - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

Austin office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks FDA attorney with 4-6 years of experience. The candidate should have experience in the areas of food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and/or other FDA regulated products with an interest in working on FDA matters related to food, dietary supplements, and cosmetics, as well as experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts. Past agency experience is preferred. Legal

The candidate should have top academic credentials, excellent analytical, writing, and public speaking skills, and should enjoy working with others in a team-oriented setting.

This firm has a very solid reputation in the State of Texas and has a growing reputation around the country. The firm seems to consistently score very well on associate quality of life surveys, and many associates throughout Texas consider working at this firm to be an ultimate of sorts. We have a high degree of enthusiasm for this firm. Getting a position in this firm is no easy task, and the firm does fairly consistently look for top grades and credentials. Additionally, we believe that there is a high degree of diversity within this firm and that the firm makes a solid effort to foster diversity within the workplace. The old adage, No one ever got fired for choosing IBM could be reworded for this firm to state that No one ever made a serious career mistake going here. That is true. If you like challenging work and you want to be part of a powerful Texas firm with a lot of significant heritage in the State of Texas, this may be the place for you. Compensation at this firm is as high as any top Texas firm, and the partners are consistently some of the most highly compensated lawyers in the state.

Food & Drug Administration

Full-Time

Austin office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks patent attorney with 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience in computer-related technologies. The candidate should be registered to practice before the European Patent Office. Should have an advanced technical degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Physics. Legal

The candidate must be fluent in written and spoken English with excellent writing skills.

This intellectual property leading firm is working to expand their commercial litigation expertise. Their global litigation practice continually handles high-tech and high-stake cases with success. They also actively work with post-grant proceedings.

IP - Patent - Physics, IP - Patent - Electrical Engineering, IP - Patent - Computer Science

Full-Time

Austin office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks chemistry technology specialist with 1-5 years of experience. The candidate should have PhD in chemistry or closely related field. Must have patent prosecution experience. USPTO registration is strongly preferred. Strong background in organic or synthetic chemistry a plus. Legal

The candidate should have excellent writing and academic credentials.

This intellectual property leading firm is working to expand their commercial litigation expertise. Their global litigation practice continually handles high-tech and high-stake cases with success. They also actively work with post-grant proceedings.

Patent Agents - Chemistry

Full-Time

Austin office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks chemistry patent prosecution associate attorney with 1-5 years of experience. The candidate should have PhD in Chemistry or closely related field. Strong background in organic or synthetic chemistry a plus. Legal

The candidate should have excellent writing and academic credentials.

This intellectual property leading firm is working to expand their commercial litigation expertise. Their global litigation practice continually handles high-tech and high-stake cases with success. They also actively work with post-grant proceedings.

IP - Patent - Chemistry

Full-Time

Austin office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks junior to mid-level corporate associate attorney preferably with 2-4 years of experience in commercial finance, securities, mergers and acquisitions, private equity/venture capital and general corporate work. The candidate should have meaningful law firm experience on sophisticated transactional matters. Texas Bar admission is required. Legal

The candidate should have a strong academic background. Entrepreneurial drive and initiative is required.

Associates say that this firm offers an attractive work/life balance along with a laid-back atmosphere. Inclusion, they say, is a part of the firm's culture. They also advise that career progression opportunities are available to those who are highly-motivated and willing to be inquisitive.

Corporate - Venture Capital, Corporate - Securities and Capital Markets, Corporate - Private Equity, Corporate - M&A, Corporate - General

Full-Time

Austin office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks junior-mid-level healthcare transactional/regulatory associate attorney with 2-5 years of experience. The candidate should have demonstrated interest and experience in practicing health law. Must have a strong healthcare regulatory background with experience in Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, commercial pay or reimbursement and managed care, and a working knowledge/background in ERISA litigation. Admission to Texas Bar is strongly preferred. Legal

The candidate should have excellent credentials with good writing, communication and client relations skills.

Associates say that this firm offers an attractive work/life balance along with a laid-back atmosphere. Inclusion, they say, is a part of the firm's culture. They also advise that career progression opportunities are available to those who are highly-motivated and willing to be inquisitive.

Health Care

Full-Time

Austin office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks environmental associate attorney/counsel with 6+ years of experience, including experience with compliance counseling, advising on environmental matters in corporate and commercial transactions, due diligence, and interactions with applicable regulatory agencies. The candidate should have subject matter expertise of air emissions, industrial and hazardous waste, water quality, wetlands, endangered species, contaminated properties, and other state and federal environmental regulatory requirements. Legal

The candidate should have excellent writing skills and academic credentials from an accredited law school.

This very large firm has several offices in Texas and is one of the largest and oldest firms in the state. Their impressive client list includes many national and international corporations, banks, and charitable organizations. Their practice includes a wide variety of corporate, intellectual property, litigation, banking, real estate, and other matters. Billable hours requirements are very reasonable, and associates are treated with respect and are given significant responsibility and training and meaningful feedback.

Environmental and Land Use

Full-Time

Austin office of our client seeks patent associate attorney with 2-5 years of experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications. The candidate must possess an electrical engineering or computer engineering degree, and be registered to practice before the USPTO. Must ideally have in the areas of virtual reality, graphics, mixed signal technology, and software. Should possess a working understanding of these areas, as well as a willingness and affinity to learn new technologies. Legal

IP - Patent - Electrical Engineering, IP - Patent - Computer Engineering

Full-Time