Senior Patent Litigation Associate

Nelson Mullins is looking to add a Senior Patent Litigation Associate or Of Counsel to join its Intellectual Property Litigation, Trademarks and Patent Team in the Houston office. As an AmLaw100 firm, this will offer a unique opportunity to a lateral associate who wants to be part of a growing team. **NO AGENCIES PLEASE**

As part of our patent litigation group, you will join a talented team of patent attorneys with scientific, technical, and engineering backgrounds. Your days will be spent working closely with team attorneys and staff members representing clients in diverse fields. As a strong team player, you will fit right in with our collegial and intellectually engaging work environment in our office which is located in Heritage Plaza in downtown Houston. 

All candidates are asked to submit the following application materials:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Copy of law school transcript
4. Copy of undergrad transcript

You have 7-15 years of experience in all aspects of patent litigation, experience taking primary responsibility over various aspects of a patent infringement case, including general discovery practice and first chair deposition experience.  Trial experience desired but not required. You possess a scientific or technical background such as a mechanical, electrical, chemical, computer science degree, or engineering degree, or relevant practical experience. Ideally, you are admitted to and in good standing in Texas, but this is also open to candidates admitted to a state Bar where Nelson Mullins has an office. Being admitted to the USPTO is a plus but not required.

With over 1,000 attorneys and professionals, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world. As a Firm, Nelson Mullins has a strong foundation of community service and good citizenship. Our administrative professionals likewise promote these values, with opportunities to participate and play roles in various pro bono and community service initiatives. We collaborate with each other and with our clients, working side-by-side toward shared goals.