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Austin office of our client seeks patent agent with 2-5 years of experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications. The candidate should possess an electrical engineering or computer engineering degree, and be registered to practice before the USPTO. Must preferably have experience 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

The candidate should possess a working understanding of these areas, as well as a willingness and affinity to learn new technologies.

Patent Agents - Electrical Engineering, Patent Agents - Computer Engineering

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

Austin office of an AmLaw firm seeks cybersecurity litigator with 6+ years of experience. The candidate will advise clients on a wide range of state, federal and international laws and regulations regarding data protection and breach notification. Will assist with incident response plans and information security agreements to meet the needs of companies safeguarding their data. Must preferably have experience representing clients in litigation involving cybersecurity, data protection and privacy issues. A book of business of $500,000+ is preferred. Legal

The candidate should have a JD degree from an ABA accredited law school. Must have excellent academic credentials. Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal skills are essential. Valid authorization to work in the U.S. is needed.

Built on client focus, this firm has been nationally ranked in 15 practice areas by US News. This firm provides strategic, sophisticated, affordable counsel across the country and internationally. Attorneys at this firm focus on their clients' entire organization, not just on the legal matters. They work in collaborative, cross-practice teams which focus not only on legal and regulatory matters, but also on operational issues, market opportunities, and competitive advantage. Additionally, the attorneys at this firm have a deep understanding and experience in a number of industries subject to unique regulatory or rapidly changing market conditions.

Litigation - General/Commercial, Data Privacy

Full-Time

Austin office of an AmLaw firm seeks corporate attorney with 4-6 years of experience. The candidate should preferably have experience with mergers and acquisitions (private equity is preferred) business entity matters, securities, public and private financings, and corporate governance. Must be admitted to the Texas Bar. Legal

The candidate should possess a strong academic background, superior drafting and research skills, negotiation skills, the ability to take on significant project responsibility. Should be diligent, detail-oriented, proactive, supportive, team-oriented and have a sense of humor.

The Texas-based office represents clients across the country. Thirteen well-informed attorneys make up the law office. There are two core practice industries namely insurance and managed care. A number of their clients consist of insurance companies; life-casualty, trade associations, and health insurance payers. Practice disciplines include securities litigation, governmental affairs, corporate-securities, and technology. Attorneys are proactive in various community service undertakings year long.

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

Full-Time

Austin office of an AmLaw firm seeks corporate associate attorney with 2-4 years of experience. The candidate should have experience working on growth equity, mid-market buyouts, portfolio company exits, and control investment for private equity fund clients. Legal

The candidate should have excellent writing, presentation and interpersonal skills, and strong academic credentials.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time

Austin office of an AmLaw firm seeks junior employment litigation associate attorney with 2-3 years of experience in management-side employment law litigation and counseling. The ideal candidate must have current large firm experience providing day-to-day advice to fast-growing technology companies on all aspects of employment law (terminations, leaves of absence, reviewing and drafting policies), employment mobility issues (trade secrets, non-competes, and employee solicitation), and advising clients on employment-related issues in mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions. Legal

The candidate must have excellent academic credentials, oral, written and interpersonal skills.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

Litigation - Labor & Employment

Full-Time

Austin office of an AmLaw firm seeks corporate associate attorney with 3-5 years of relevant experience in public company reporting compliance and governance and capital markets transactions. The candidate should preferably be admitted to the Texas Bar. Legal

The candidate should have superior academic credentials, excellent verbal, and written and interpersonal skills.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

Corporate - Securities and Capital Markets, Corporate - General

Full-Time

Austin office of an AmLaw 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 an AmLaw 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 our client 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