Counsel/Senior Counsel

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Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Counsel/Senior Counsel located in Houston, TX through November 16, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

The IP Counsel / Senior IP Counsel is a quick decision maker operating in a fast-paced environment to guide the development, protection and use of proprietary technologies that enhance Chevron’s competitive position.  In this role, you will be responsible for providing intellectual property legal services to assigned clients in Chevron’s Oil, Products and Gas and Technology Products and Execution organizations, including clients developing, commercializing, investing in, or deploying innovative technologies.  We work closely with our global internal business clients and law and enjoy flexible work schedules.

The position resides in the Intellectual Property Law Group and reports into Chevron’s Managing Counsel for Intellectual Property.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Provide general legal counsel to Chevron entities engaged in technology or product development.
• Provide IP legal subject matter expertise to general practice attorneys and business units.
• Advise on the development and implementation of intellectual property protection and technology commercialization strategies.
• Support the development and management of patent and IP portfolios.
• Draft and negotiate agreements, with particular focus on agreements related to technical development and licensing.
• Partner effectively with business clients, general practice attorneys in business segments, subject-matter experts,  outside counsel, patent agents, and legal analysts to deliver practical, risk-appropriate solutions.
• Assess and advise management on patent infringement risks, enforcement and other disputed matters including IPRs and oppositions. 

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in chemistry, physics or engineering.
• Juris Doctorate degree and admission to at least one state bar or District of Columbia Bar.
• A minimum of 7 years’ experience in intellectual property law with focus on one or more preferred technology fields, including chemical, chemical engineering, geophysics, geosciences, and/or data processing.
• Registration to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Proven track record of engaging with clients to -
  • Achieve business objectives and goals;
  • Develop and implement intellectual property strategies to support technology development, deployment, and commercialization;
  • Develop, manage, and defend IP and patent portfolios;
  • Draft and negotiate technology-related agreements, including license, joint development, testing, common interest, and non-disclosure/non-analysis agreements having various levels of complexity and counsel on same;
  • Evaluate infringement risks and mitigate same; and
  • Evaluate potential enforcement opportunities and disputed matters.
  • Coordinate seamlessly and collaborate effectively with business clients, in-house lawyers and law professionals, subject-matter experts and outside counsel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidates should possess demonstrated skills in the following dimensions:
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teaming skills that enable the candidate to quickly develop trusted relationships and work seamlessly across business and legal groups
• Highly responsive, professional and effective advocate
• Commercially-minded and solutions-focused, with the ability to provide practical, risk-appropriate advice
• Strong analytical skills and exercises sound judgment
• Proactive and productive
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Acts with integrity and committed to excellence.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-change, and high-volume environment, navigating effectively between strategic objectives and execution details.

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not beconsidered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at

emplymnt@chevron.com

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