Registered Patent Attorney

Kean Miller LLP•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Kean Miller is seeking an experienced Registered Patent Attorney to support its growing patent prosecution and litigation dockets. The ideal candidate will be based in New Orleans and work from the New Orleans office; candidates based in Baton Rouge, Houston, or The Woodlands will also be considered. The position is open to on-track and off-track candidates, including those interested in a reduced-hour schedule. The attorney will provide client counseling; draft patent applications, litigation documents, and opinion letters; and conduct related legal research. Candidates must be admitted to practice before the USPTO. Preference will be given to members of the Louisiana or Texas bars. Kean Miller has over 240 attorneys and eight office locations in Louisiana and Texas. The firm provides legal counsel to companies and industries in the energy-belt economy, with an emphasis on efficient legal services, practical advice, and cost-efficient solutions.

Requirements

Registered to practice with the USPTO.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in patent prosecution.
Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related subject matter.
Excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills, and strong professional references.
Strong interpersonal and client-service skills, with the ability and desire to interact directly with clients.
Ability to develop and strengthen client and referral relationships.
Demonstrated track record of high achievement.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
Strong team-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and other professionals.

Nice To Haves

Membership in the Louisiana or Texas bar is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare, prosecute, and manage patent and trademark applications and other documents related to patent and trademark prosecution.
Communicate with clients, attorneys, staff, and government offices regarding application status, filings, and procedural requirements.
Manage and coordinate international patent and trademark filings and communicate with foreign counsel.
Oversee U.S. and international patent prosecution dockets to ensure deadlines are met.
Prepare patent and trademark clearance searches and opinion letters.
Draft and respond to IP-related cease-and-desist letters.
Counsel clients regarding IP-related contracts and associated documentation.
Assist with IP litigation.
Stay current on developments in IP law and practice.
Provide client counseling, draft patent applications, litigation documents, and opinion letters, and conduct related legal research.