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Patent Prosecution Associate (1-4 Years) - Engineering - Austin (Hiring Immediately)
Direct Counsel
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austin, United-States
Location
austin
Posted
June 16, 2026
Commute
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Job Description
Patent Prosecution Associate (1-4 Years) - Engineering & AI Focus
Direct Counsel represents a well-regarded Am Law firm seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate (1-4 years) to join its dynamic Intellectual Property practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies across engineering, AI/ML, and emerging life sciences applications.
The role is ideal for candidates who enjoy hands-on drafting, strategic portfolio development, and working at the intersection of innovation and law.
What You'll Do:
Direct Counsel represents a well-regarded Am Law firm seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate (1-4 years) to join its dynamic Intellectual Property practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies across engineering, AI/ML, and emerging life sciences applications.
The role is ideal for candidates who enjoy hands-on drafting, strategic portfolio development, and working at the intersection of innovation and law.
What You'll Do:
- Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications across a range of technologies
- Collaborate with inventors and clients to develop strong IP strategies
- Conduct prior art analysis and support portfolio management
- Work closely with attorneys and technical teams on complex innovations
- 1-4 years of patent prosecution experience...