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Intellectual Property Attorney

United States, Sugar Land

Legal

At SLB, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. Every day, our employees across 120 different countries work together to create industry-changing technology that unlocks cleaner, safer access to energy for every community, including those we live and work in. SLB is a leading employer in the energy space with a reputation for hiring the best and the brightest people and keeping them at the top of their game through rewarding career-long development opportunities. If you want to drive your career and grow with a company that’s embraced new ways of thinking since 1927, we may have the career for you. You can find more information about SLB and what we’re doing in at www.slb.com .

About the Position

The IP Attorney is responsible for a wide range of IP legal matters relating to product development at one or more technology centers. Under the supervision of a Senior IP Counsel, the IP Attorney manages an assigned IP portfolio and develops and maintains the IP strategy for technology development within the assigned areas. The successful candidate will have very strong experience in patent drafting and prosecution, patent portfolio management, patent validity and infringement analyses, and client counseling. The right candidate will be a self-starter with a team attitude and able to perform independently while completing tasks within structured timelines. Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary, to actively engage with the center engineering team and be a trusted IP legal advisor to the management team.

Responsibilities

+ Review and evaluate SLB and 3rd party patent portfolios to develop knowledge and competency in the assigned technology areas.

+ Review and evaluate new invention disclosures and recommends disposition to management.

+ Supervise outside counselin the preparation and prosecution ofpatent applications and manages the corresponding IP docket.

+ Provide IP review and prepare IP reportsfor technology development projects.

+ Prepare, review and negotiate development, confidentiality and consulting agreements.

+ Plan and conduct brainstorming sessions with technology development team and stakeholders on assigned technology topics.

+ Perform fact gathering and initial analysis for right-to-use, infringement and validity opinions.

+ Train and counsel center employees and managers in IP legal issues and company policies.

+ Assist in maintaining trade secret protection for the center, through appropriate confidentiality agreements, intellectual property agreements with employees and technical publication approval.

+ Direct, supervise and assist outside counsel on legal matters affecting the center.

+ Assist in the development, implementation and update of the IP strategy for the center(s).

+ Monitor the IP activity of competitors and advise the business and legal management team.

+ Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

+ USPTO Registration.

+ Minimum 5 years of experience in practicing patent law.

Benefits

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International Opportunities

Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

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Insurance

Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents available from day one.

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Learning Opportunities

Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

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**Diverse and

Inclusive**

Our exceptional and diverse people are the pulse and spirit of who we are. Every day, you will enrich your knowledge in an environment where differences in thought, creativity and experiences are embraced.

About Us

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.​

Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.

SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact [email protected] to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

SLB is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor- priority referral Protected Veterans requested.