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Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks financial services regulatory compliance attorney with 2-5 years of licensing, or enforcement experience. The candidate should have experience in the financial services practice of a major law firm or banking agency. Legal

Finance - Banking

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks mid or senior level technology associate attorney with experience. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Sciences. Must have extensive patent prosecution experience/skills preferably in the energy industry. Other experience in intellectual property areas, including licensing, diligence, trademarks, copyrights, investigations, opinions, and post grant proceedings helpful. Must be licensed to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office. Should either be admitted to the Texas Bar or have the ability to become admitted in a finite period of time. Legal

Strong interpersonal skills are an absolute must at this firm, which is widely cited by associates for creating a positive and unique work environment. Renowned in the field of energy, the firm boasts excellent exit opportunities in related concentrations and is noted for its high quality of work. It?s also lean in its staffing and offers a true partner track and market pay.

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

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks patent agent with experience. The candidate will work under the supervision of a licensed patent attorney to draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Will support client innovation efforts through active participation in the preparation of patent specifications, including drafting of claims. Assist attorneys in the writing of scientific and technical documents clearly and concisely, conducting legal and technical research using all available resources in support of various patent-related matters. Draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Responsible for managing multiple matters simultaneously with various deadlines while maintaining a calendar to meet due dates established by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and/or clients. Advise and communicate regularly with supervising attorney regarding the status of assigned client matters. Perform other duties as assigned. Must preferably have Electrical and/or computer engineering specialization. Technical background and experience in electrical or computer engineering preferred. Must have license of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Legal

The candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills. Should have excellent language and grammar skills, and ability to write scientific documents clearly and concisely. Strong analytical skills and ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment is essential. Must be highly organized, with strong attention to detail, with ability to handle multiple deadlines and adhere to due dates. Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is essential.

Patent Agents - Electrical Engineering, Patent Agents - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks intellectual property and technology attorney with 2+ years of experience. The candidate should preferably have a Ph.D. in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, microbiology or a related subject. Must have patent prosecution experience and preferably also litigation experience. Should be licensed to practice in Texas, as well as the USPTO. Legal

The candidate should have outstanding academic and professional credentials.

IP - Patent - Molecular Biology, IP - Patent - Biology, IP - Patent - Biochemistry

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks energy and infrastructure attorney with 2-6 years of experience in: mergers and acquisitions, private equity, project finance or project development. The candidate should preferably have experience in the energy, infrastructure or technology space. Licensure from the State Bar of Texas is essential. Legal

The candidate should have a JD degree from accredited law school. Excellent academic credentials are needed.

Finance - Project Finance, Energy and Oil & Gas, Corporate - Private Equity, Corporate - M&A

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks energy and infrastructure associate attorney with 2-5 years of experience in one or more of the areas of mergers and acquisitions involving renewables, project development or finance, power, oil and gas or infrastructure projects, assets or businesses. The candidate should be a member of the State Bar. Legal

The ideal candidate must have strong academic credentials, major law firm experience, exceptional verbal, written, interpersonal skills.

Finance - Project Finance, Energy and Oil & Gas, Corporate - M&A

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks staff counsel with 2+ years of litigation experience. The candidate will assist litigation teams with complex legal work for the world's leading companies.Will handle all aspects of written discovery. Prepare motions and other pleadings. Attend hearings. Take depositions and prepare deposition summaries. Responsible for client reporting, including the preparation of status reports. Some document review and legal research. Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in Texas. Legal

The candidate should have a J.D. degree from an ABA accredited institution. Excellent research, analytical, problem identification, and resolution skills are required. Superior attention to detail is needed. Proven and demonstrable dedication to work product quality is a must. Should have ability to work efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Ability to work both as part of team and independently with appropriate supervision is essential. Should have willingness to occasionally provide after hours, overtime, and weekend support, if needed.

This highly-regarded firm, focused on rapid global growth, has client interaction and pro bono work high on its list of achievements. Partners are invested in junior associates and group-specific training sessions are very common. Associates confirm a ?we are in this together? attitude among themselves and partners. This firm is also heavily committed to community outreach and diversity. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

Litigation - General/Commercial

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks disputes lawyer with 3-5 years of litigation experience. The candidate must have energy and commercial litigation experience, including as to matters involving oil and gas royalties, surface use, lease interpretation disputes, contract and commercial disputes. Must have a strong interest in traditional oil and gas litigation (including upstream, midstream, and oil field services). Should also be admitted to and be in good standing with the Texas Bar. Legal

The candidate must have strong research, analysis, and writing skills.

This highly-regarded firm, focused on rapid global growth, has client interaction and pro bono work high on its list of achievements. Partners are invested in junior associates and group-specific training sessions are very common. Associates confirm a ?we are in this together? attitude among themselves and partners. This firm is also heavily committed to community outreach and diversity. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

Litigation - General/Commercial, Energy and Oil & Gas

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks disputes lawyer with 1-4 years of experience to join the Regulations, Investigations, Securities and Compliance practice team. The ideal candidate should have general commercial litigation experience, including drafting briefs and other pleadings, handling discovery, investigative skills, and tackling complex factual and legal issues. Securities litigation experience is a plus. Should also be admitted to and a member in good standing of the Texas Bar or eligible to take the Texas Bar. Legal

The candidate should have strong academic credentials from a top-tier law school (U.S. JD required); excellent communication and writing skills and work experience required.

This highly-regarded firm, focused on rapid global growth, has client interaction and pro bono work high on its list of achievements. Partners are invested in junior associates and group-specific training sessions are very common. Associates confirm a ?we are in this together? attitude among themselves and partners. This firm is also heavily committed to community outreach and diversity. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

Litigation - General/Commercial

Full-Time

Houston office of an AmLaw firm seeks antitrust lawyer with 4-6 years of experience. The ideal candidate should have general commercial litigation experience, including drafting briefs and other pleadings, handling discovery, and tackling complex factual and legal issues. Experience in antitrust, class actions, or other complex commercial proceedings is strongly preferred. Must be admitted to and a member in good standing of the Texas Bar. Legal

The candidate should have excellent academic credentials in addition to strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.

This highly-regarded firm, focused on rapid global growth, has client interaction and pro bono work high on its list of achievements. Partners are invested in junior associates and group-specific training sessions are very common. Associates confirm a ?we are in this together? attitude among themselves and partners. This firm is also heavily committed to community outreach and diversity. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

Litigation - General/Commercial, Antitrust and Competition

Full-Time