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Patent Prosecution Attorney
Houston
Join a Growing IP Practice Handling Advanced Technologies:
A highly regarded IP practice is seeking a Patent Prosecution Attorney with at least 2 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications for sophisticated technology clients. This opportunity is presented by MNF Global, a national legal search firm focused on IP, patent, and technology attorney placements.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
- Work directly with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel.
- Advise clients on patent strategy and portfolio development.
- Handle technologies related to telecommunications, AI, software, and computer systems.
- Collaborate with attorneys across a broad national IP platform.
Professional Growth and Development:
- Sophisticated technologies.
- Direct client exposure and meaningful responsibility.
- Entrepreneurial practice environment.
- Opportunity to grow within an expanding IP practice.
Compensation
- Expected compensation range: approximately $200,000 - $260,000 depending on experience and technical background.
Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- USPTO registration required.
- Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related technical degree required.
- Minimum of 2 years of law firm patent prosecution experience.
- Strong patent drafting and prosecution background.
- Experience with telecom, AI, software, or related technologies preferred.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters and work directly with clients.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) plan
- HSA contributions
- Assistance with deductible payments
- Maternity/paternity leave
- Vacation and sick leave
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