Bracewell is seeking experienced intellectual property professionals to join our Technology section in our Houston, Austin or D.C. offices. Several positions are available, including an associate with one to three years of experience and a counsel. Our ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree or an advanced degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Software Engineering or a related technical degree from a top university and strong patent prosecution experience preferably in the energy industry or the software development industry. These positions also require strong trademark experience. Other experience in intellectual property areas including licensing, tech transactions, diligence, trademarks, copyrights, opinions, and non-disclosure agreements is a plus. The candidate must be licensed to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office. Lawyers must be licensed in the jurisdiction of their office. For the counsel position, full or part-time work is available. About the Firm: Bracewell is a leading law firm that is known worldwide for its unique depth and experience in the energy, infrastructure, finance and technology sectors. We boast an impressive and diversified array of market-leading substantive practices, including award-winning transactional, litigation, regulatory and government relations practices. This robust mix of sector and practice strengths has allowed us to be a firm of choice for many of the world’s largest and most successful corporate enterprises, financial institutions, private funds and governmental entities. Our firm’s success is anchored by four authentic pillars of strength: a culture based on personal relationships, collaboration and a shared passion for the firm and its clients; our distinction as a destination firm for talent; blue-chip clients; and a reputation for excellence as a sector and large-practice powerhouse. Equal Employment Opportunity Bracewell provides equal opportunity for employment to all individuals, regardless of race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.