Patent Agent and Technical Specialist

Job Overview

A law firm seeks patent agents and technical specialists in Houston, TX with over two years of patent prosecution experience. Candidates should possess a strong background in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or physics, and demonstrate proficiency in patent application preparation and prosecution.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
• Collaborate with clients to understand technical innovations.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Stay updated on relevant patent laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience with wireless telecommunication standards, signal processing, or computer networking.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or physics.

Certifications

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

Areas of specialization are corporate transaction and litigation law with a concentration on local business matters. A team of well-established attorneys comprise the Houston office. They're hands-on in many professional and community service activities throughout the year. There are thirteen areas of practice. A number of their practice disciplines consist of energy, oil-gas, real estate, intellectual property, technology, environmental, business litigation-appeals, and corporate securities.