Intellectual Property Attorney

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Job Overview: A law firm in Houston, TX, is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate should be a USPTO-registered professional with a background in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. The candidate should possess 8-14 years of experience, demonstrating strong academic achievements, proficient writing skills, and superior judgment. The individual must be adept at working collaboratively within a team, managing multiple projects effectively, and articulating legal strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct global patent prosecution and portfolio management.
• Handle freedom to operate and patent clearance assessments.
• Participate in licensing and other technology transactions.
• Conduct due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions.
• Provide legal advice on intellectual property matters.

Requirements:

• Registered with the USPTO.
• Hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 8-14 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent academic record.
• Proficient writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Superior judgment.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Articulate legal strategies and courses of action.

Education:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar license in Texas.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Intellectual property law expertise.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Project management.
• Due diligence.
• Licensing and technology transactions.
• Patent prosecution and portfolio management.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306