Patent Agent or Technical Specialist

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist to join its Intellectual Property practice in Houston, Texas. The ideal candidate will have a background in Engineering, Math, or Physics, with at least three years of experience, preferably in patent prosecution within the Oil and Gas industry.

Duties

• Draft patent applications and prosecute them before the USPTO.
• Analyze scientific or technical documents to assess inventions or issued patents.
• Draft detailed descriptions of inventions in precise legal terms.
• Prepare information disclosure statements and other related materials.
• Manage a U.S. and foreign patent prosecution docket to meet deadlines.
• Conduct interviews with USPTO examiners.
• Stay updated on legal developments in intellectual property.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, or related field.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO for Patent Agent candidates.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry or similar sectors preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent communication skills.

Education

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in relevant field.

Certifications

• USPTO admission for Patent Agent candidates.

Skills

• Strong analytical and drafting skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in managing patent prosecution dockets.

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage with HSA feature.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing.
• Paid Time Off (25-30 days per year) and Paid Holidays (12).
• Parental Leave (18 weeks, 6 paid).
• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities.
• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities.

A serious Big Law heavyweight with an especially solid reputation in the Pacific Northwest and the Mid-Atlantic regions, this firm excels in multiple arenas, from billion-dollar transactions to high-stakes litigation, and everything in between. These days, the firm is prioritizing international expansion, with offices opening across Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Asia, in a move that is sure to bring more cross-border work and multinational clients. Known for its friendly culture, working at this firm means collaborating with brilliant minds and extraordinary individuals.