Patent Attorney (USPTO Registered)

Orionplacement; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Houston is seeking an experienced patent attorney to draft, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO, and to advise clients on portfolio strategy. You will collaborate with engineers and business leaders on cutting-edge technologies and high-stakes IP disputes.

This on-site role offers direct client relationships, meaningful responsibility, and opportunities to grow a patent practice within a collaborative boutique firm.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar license and USPTO registration required.
• 3+ years of patent law or intellectual property experience.
• Strong patent drafting, prosecution, research, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written communication and client relationship skills.
• Engineering or hard science background preferred.
• Patent litigation or intellectual property dispute experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Prepare office action responses, amendments, and patentability opinions.
• Conduct patent infringement, validity, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Collaborate with litigation attorneys on patent disputes and IP enforcement matters.
• Advise clients on patent portfolio development, protection, and strategy.
• Work directly with inventors, engineers, and business leaders on innovative technologies.
• Support intellectual property licensing, transactions, and related agreements.

Skills

Patent drafting

Patent prosecution

Research and analysis

Client relationship skills

Written communication

Engineering background

IP strategy

Education

Engineering or hard science degree

Job description

Pay: $180,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Handle sophisticated patent and intellectual property matters with real business impact.
• Work alongside accomplished trial attorneys on complex IP disputes and high-stakes litigation.
• Enjoy meaningful responsibility, direct client relationships, and a voice in legal strategy.
• Join a collaborative boutique firm where your expertise is valued and your contributions get noticed.
• Build your practice, expand your skills, and pursue long-term professional growth.

Location

Houston, TX | 100% On-Site

Join our Houston-based team and enjoy a collaborative, in-person environment where attorneys work closely together on challenging, rewarding matters.

Note

Candidates must have an active Texas Bar license, USPTO registration, and 3+ years of relevant patent law or intellectual property experience, including strong patent drafting and prosecution skills. This is a fully on-site position.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We're a collaborative Houston-based law firm specializing in sophisticated commercial litigation and intellectual property matters. Our attorneys combine technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a commitment to achieving outstanding client results. We offer an engaging environment where talented attorneys can take ownership, make an impact, and grow professionally.

Job Description

• Draft, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Prepare office action responses, amendments, and patentability opinions.
• Conduct patent infringement, validity, and freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Collaborate with litigation attorneys on patent disputes and IP enforcement matters.
• Advise clients on patent portfolio development, protection, and strategy.
• Work directly with inventors, engineers, and business leaders on innovative technologies.
• Support intellectual property licensing, transactions, and related agreements.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar license and USPTO registration required.
• 3+ years of patent law or intellectual property experience.
• Strong patent drafting, prosecution, research, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written communication and client relationship skills.
• Engineering or hard science background preferred.
• Patent litigation or intellectual property dispute experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe great attorneys thrive when they're trusted, supported, and challenged. You'll enjoy hands-on experience with sophisticated matters, close collaboration with experienced colleagues, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference for clients. If you're ready to grow your patent practice in a firm that values initiative, excellence, and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you!

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance