Patent Agent/Patent Associate (Mid-Level) - Austin

Greenberg, Traurig, PA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global law firm in Austin is seeking a Patent Agent/Patent Associate with at least 3 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications in computer arts. Candidates should be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and have strong writing and analytical skills. This full-time position offers the chance to work with a variety of clients in intellectual property matters. The firm is committed to an inclusive workplace and does not require any fees during the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in patent application drafting and prosecution.
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Strong experience in drafting complex software patent applications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the IP Practice in the strategic development and counseling of patent portfolios.

Skills

Drafting patent applications in computer arts

Prosecuting patent applications

Strong writing and analytical skills

Client interaction

Education

Degree or advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science

Degree in mechanical engineering or relevant experience

Job description

Patent Agent/Patent Associate (Mid-Level) - Austin page is loaded## Patent Agent/Patent Associate (Mid-Level) - Austinremote type: Onsitelocations: Austintime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR202600737Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, currently has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Patent Agent/Patent Associate in our Intellectual Property Practice Group in our Austin, TX office. GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100; the Patent Agent/Associate will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from a variety of industries across the country. The Austin team has a dynamic and continually growing practice focused on a broad range of intellectual property matters. A unique and compelling feature of our law firm is that we offer a strong local presence, but also with a national and global platform that allows us to help our clients on their most interesting and complex IP issues.**Job Requirements:**This position will support the IP Practice working on the strategic development, procurement, and counseling of patent portfolios. The ideal candidate will have 3 or more years of focused experience in the following areas:* Drafting patent applications in the computer arts (e.g., software, AI/ML/LLMs, FinTech, web applications, telecommunications, integrated circuits, etc.)* Prosecuting patent applicationsCandidates should be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark office. Candidates with a degree or an advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering and/or computer science are preferred, although candidates with degrees in mechanical engineering or other relevant experience will also be considered. Strong experience drafting complex software patent applications is a plus. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials, be comfortable working directly with clients, and possess strong writing and analytical skills.GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.**No Fees Required**: GT will **never ask for payment for work equipment or network access**. Also, there are no application fees. We do not ask for bank information or any form of monetary or financial compensation during the recruitment process. All job offers will be preceded by an interview with our hiring team.If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by sending an email to [e-mail]. In your email please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting and a description of the position for which you are applying. If you have a disability that makes it difficult to express your interest in a job through our online application process, or if you require TTY/TDD assistance, please contact us to tell us about your needs.