Patent Prosecution & Litigation Associate (Electrical/CS)- Houston

Patent Prosecution & Litigation Associate

Direct Counsel represents a prestigious AmLaw firm seeking a Patent Prosecution & Litigation Associate to join its Intellectual Property practice in Houston, Texas. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 2–5 years of patent prosecution experience and a technical background in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.

The ideal candidate will have experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications and an interest in working with cutting-edge technologies, including software, artificial intelligence, energy, manufacturing, and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications
• Conduct patent portfolio development and strategic counseling
• Work on patent matters involving software, AI, energy, manufacturing, and related technologies
• Support patent litigation, post-grant proceedings, and intellectual property enforcement matters as needed
• Collaborate directly with clients on innovation and intellectual property strategy
• Conduct legal and technical research related to patentability and intellectual property protection
• Assist with due diligence and other IP-related transactional matters

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• 2–5 years of patent prosecution experience, including patent application drafting
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field
• Experience with software, artificial intelligence, energy, manufacturing, or related technologies preferred
• Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Licensed or eligible for admission to the Texas Bar
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and client service skills
• Outstanding academic credentials

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Exposure to national and international clients across innovative industries

Additional Information:

• This position is subject to applicable U.S. export control laws.