Patent Agent

The law firm is currently seeking a Patent Agent to join their team in Austin, TX. This role involves collaborating closely with the IP team, primarily focusing on drafting and prosecuting patent applications before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. The Patent Agent will also provide support to IP attorneys in various patent-related proceedings, including litigation, and contribute to general patent prosecution matters. Other responsibilities include conducting patentability assessments, third-party patent searches, and due diligence for mergers and acquisitions. The role necessitates seamless collaboration within the IP team, particularly on patent clearance and enforcement projects.

Candidates for this position should possess patent application drafting and prosecution experience, along with proficiency in patent database searches. They should demonstrate a strong foundation in academic and professional IP knowledge, along with exceptional time management skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment. An undergraduate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering is required, along with a minimum of 3 years of experience in intellectual property matters related to patent transactions. A USPTO registration number is a mandatory requirement, and candidates with advanced technical degrees are preferred.

Joining this firm in Austin, TX, comes with a range of benefits, including a competitive total compensation package, merit-based bonuses and raises, health and wellness plans, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing, discount programs, backup childcare support, and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). This opportunity allows professionals to thrive in a diverse and inclusive environment while contributing to the firm's commitment to excellence in intellectual property law. If you have a passion for intellectual property and a desire to excel in this field, apply today to become a part of this dynamic team.

This law firm has been around for over 125 years. They are an international law firm with over 800 lawyers working from 17 offices in the United States, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. Their Austin, Texas office focuses its practice on energy and natural resources and litigation.