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Job ID: 365806

Practice area:- IP - Patent - Computer Engineering,IP - Patent - Computer Science,IP - Patent - Electrical Engineering,IP - Patent - Hard Science General,IP - Patent - Physics

Patent Prosecution Associate – High-Tech Client Exposure | Houston, TX

An elite global law firm is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate with strong technical expertise in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or physics to join its high-performing IP team in Houston. This position provides exceptional access to cutting-edge tech clients and direct interaction with top-tier developers and engineers on complex patent matters.

Attorneys at this firm enjoy a collaborative environment, freedom from micromanagement, and an opportunity to gain career-shaping experience in patent prosecution and counseling. The role is ideal for those who thrive in a client-facing, innovation-driven practice.

This firm is consistently praised by its associates for offering high caliber, interesting work while still allowing for flexibility in work schedule and respect for its associates. The firm has been consistently on the cutting edge of legal developments, and is a leader in the data privacy and cyber security space. Its associates get top-of-the-market pay and complex work. The atmosphere is friendly and the firm values the career development of its associates, offering great training opportunities and mentorship.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Manage complex patent prosecution and counseling for high-tech clients

• Engage with engineers and developers on sophisticated technology issues

• Draft and analyze patent applications across various technical domains

• Provide strategic advice to clients on IP portfolio development and protection

• Interact regularly with partners and directly advise Fortune 500 tech clients

• Contribute to other intellectual property matters as needed

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Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in patent prosecution and counseling

• Strong academic and technical background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, or computer science

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school

• Active U.S. Bar admission

• USPTO registration required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong ability to work independently and manage client relationships

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Culture & Firm Appeal:

Law firm is consistently recognized for its excellence in intellectual property and innovation law. Associates benefit from engaging work, top-market compensation, and unmatched exposure to some of the world’s most prestigious technology clients. The culture supports autonomy, mentorship, and long-term career growth within a global legal platform.

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• Direct, early-career exposure to Fortune 500 and global tech clients

• Opportunity to develop technical and client relationship skills simultaneously

• High level of autonomy with mentorship from senior partners

• Structured career advancement and eligibility for performance-based bonuses

• Firm-wide commitment to DEI, inclusion, and flexible work environments

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