EE/CS Patent Attorney
Austin, TX · On-site
$200 - $260/hr
Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications. * Work directly with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel. * Advise clients on patent strategy and portfolio development.
Austin, TX · On-site
$200 - $260/hr
Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications. * Work directly with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel. * Advise clients on patent strategy and portfolio development.
Austin, TX · On-site
$200 - $260/hr
Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications. * Work directly with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel. * Advise clients on patent strategy and portfolio development.
Fort Worth, TX · On-site
$130 - $190/hr
Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications. * Work directly with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel. * Advise clients on patent strategy and portfolio development.
Fort Worth, TX · On-site
$130 - $190/hr
Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications. * Work directly with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel. * Advise clients on patent strategy and portfolio development.
Houston, TX · On-site +1
$80K - $145K/yr
Support patent prosecution and litigation efforts related to electrical and software-based inventions * Assist with patent drafting, research, and technical analysis * Collaborate with attorneys and ...
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Houston, TX · On-site +1
$80K - $145K/yr
Support patent prosecution and litigation efforts related to electrical and software-based inventions * Assist with patent drafting, research, and technical analysis * Collaborate with attorneys and ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$170K - $230K/yr
Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications. * Coordinate and manage foreign patent prosecution with international counsel. * Assist with patentability, freedom-to-operate, validity, and ...
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Dallas, TX · On-site
$170K - $230K/yr
Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications. * Coordinate and manage foreign patent prosecution with international counsel. * Assist with patentability, freedom-to-operate, validity, and ...
Substantive patent drafting experience required. Candidates must possess the necessary communication and analytical skills to work independently and as part of a team SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual ...
Substantive patent drafting experience required. Candidates must possess the necessary communication and analytical skills to work independently and as part of a team SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual ...
Substantive patent drafting experience required. Candidates must possess the necessary communication and analytical skills to work independently and as part of a team SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual ...
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Substantive patent drafting experience required. Candidates must possess the necessary communication and analytical skills to work independently and as part of a team SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual ...
Substantive patent drafting experience required. Candidates must possess the necessary communication and analytical skills to work independently and as part of a team SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual ...
Substantive patent drafting experience required. Candidates must possess the necessary communication and analytical skills to work independently and as part of a team SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual ...
$130K - $180K/yr
Responsibilities include: • Patent drafting, patent prosecution, and IP due diligence; * Responses to office actions; * Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches and provide assessments on ...
$130K - $180K/yr
Responsibilities include: • Patent drafting, patent prosecution, and IP due diligence; * Responses to office actions; * Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches and provide assessments on ...
$130K - $180K/yr
Responsibilities include: • Patent drafting, patent prosecution, and IP due diligence; * Responses to office actions; * Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches and provide assessments on ...
$130K - $180K/yr
Responsibilities include: • Patent drafting, patent prosecution, and IP due diligence; * Responses to office actions; * Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches and provide assessments on ...
$130K - $180K/yr
Responsibilities include: • Patent drafting, patent prosecution, and IP due diligence; * Responses to office actions; * Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches and provide assessments on ...
$130K - $180K/yr
Responsibilities include: • Patent drafting, patent prosecution, and IP due diligence; * Responses to office actions; * Prepare, obtain, and analyze patent searches and provide assessments on ...
Plano, TX · On-site
As an IP Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the company's intellectual property (IP) strategy, including invention mining, patent drafting assistance, prior art search, and portfolio ...
Plano, TX · On-site
As an IP Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the company's intellectual property (IP) strategy, including invention mining, patent drafting assistance, prior art search, and portfolio ...
As an IP Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the company's intellectual property (IP) strategy, including invention mining, patent drafting assistance, prior art search, and portfolio ...
As an IP Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the company's intellectual property (IP) strategy, including invention mining, patent drafting assistance, prior art search, and portfolio ...
Houston, TX · On-site +1
$99K - $136K/yr
As a core member of the patent creation team, you will translate complex engineering breakthroughs into patent-ready disclosures, draft technical specifications, and collaborate directly with ...
Houston, TX · On-site +1
$99K - $136K/yr
As a core member of the patent creation team, you will translate complex engineering breakthroughs into patent-ready disclosures, draft technical specifications, and collaborate directly with ...
Austin, TX · Hybrid
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
New
Austin, TX · Hybrid
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
New
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
New
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
New
Durham, NC · Hybrid
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
Durham, NC · Hybrid
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
Durham, NC · On-site
$156K - $197K/yr
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
Durham, NC · On-site
$156K - $197K/yr
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
Durham, NC · Hybrid
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
New
Durham, NC · Hybrid
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
New
Dallas, TX · On-site
$156K - $197K/yr
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
$156K - $197K/yr
Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing. * Drafts responses to USPTO office actions. * Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches ...
A professional in patent drafting typically spends their day reviewing technical inventions, communicating with inventors or engineers to fully understand the innovations, and preparing detailed written descriptions and claims for patent applications. They perform thorough patent searches to assess novelty and analyze prior art, which helps determine how best to frame the application. Drafting clear, precise, and legally sound documents is a significant part of the role, often requiring collaboration with patent attorneys or IP teams. This ensures that patent applications are comprehensive, meet all legal requirements, and have the best chance of successful prosecution.
A Patent Drafting job involves preparing detailed patent applications that describe an invention in a clear and legally sound manner. This includes writing claims, preparing technical descriptions, and ensuring compliance with patent laws. Patent drafters work closely with inventors, patent attorneys, and examiners to secure strong intellectual property protection. Strong technical knowledge and legal understanding are essential for success in this role.
To thrive in Patent Drafting, you should have a strong understanding of intellectual property law, technical writing abilities, and often a degree in engineering or science. Familiarity with patent database search tools, drafting software, and, in some jurisdictions, certification as a patent agent is highly beneficial. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication with inventors and attorneys are key soft skills. These strengths help ensure patent documents are accurate, comprehensive, and legally robust—crucial for securing patent protection.
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Posted 9 days ago
Austin, United States | Posted on 06/19/2026
Join a Growing IP Practice Handling Advanced Technologies:A highly regarded IP practice is seeking a Patent Prosecution Attorney with at least 2 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications for sophisticated technology clients. This opportunity is presented by MNF Global, a national legal search firm focused on IP, patent, and technology attorney placements.
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