Patent Agent needed for Houston office

A law firm in Houston is seeking a Patent Agent with 2+ years of experience to support the firm's patent prosecution practice. The candidate will draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, specializing in electronics, semi-conductors, circuitry, optics, and lasers. Strong technical expertise and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Duties:

• Draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Conduct technical research to support various patent-related matters.
• Draft scientific and technical patent applications clearly and concisely.
• Manage internal and client-driven deadlines with assignments from multiple partners and clients.
• Provide support to attorneys in patent prosecution matters.
• Assist in evaluating and analyzing patent portfolios.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in a relevant field.
• Proven experience drafting patent applications, specializing in electronics, semi-conductors, circuitry, optics, and lasers.
• Registered to practice in front of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Strong time management skills.
• Attention to detail, writing skills, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in a relevant field.

Certifications:

• Registered to practice in front of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• If appropriate, licensed to practice law in their respective state.

Skills:

• Technical expertise in electronics, semi-conductors, circuitry, optics, and lasers.
• Strong time management skills.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player.

Providing a full range of legal and advocacy services across a broad spectrum of industries, this law firm has offices throughout the U.S. and Shanghai. The firm has extensive experience in advising Asia-based businesses with various business-related matters. Founded over seven decades ago, the firm offers innovative solutions to clients' needs through the knowledge and skills of the attorneys and professionals of diverse backgrounds. The firm provides strategic recruiting and mentoring, networking opportunities, career development, and advancement programs. Providing a flexible and supportive environment where everyone can do their best work, the firm rewards employees not only for professional achievements but also for personal contributions to teamwork environment and cooperation among their colleagues. The firm is active in supporting local communities and providing pro-bono service. The firm and attorneys have numerous recognitions and awards for significant industry knowledge and experience and contributions to communities.