Recruiting

Kowert, Hood, Munyon, Rankin & Goetzel, P.C. features a first-rate practice, a dedication to superior client service, and a culture of sharing and teamwork.

We are always interested in receiving resumes from qualified candidates. In addition to law school graduates, the firm employs a significant number of non-attorneys with strong technical and scientific backgrounds. The firm has a long tradition of training Technical Advisors, with no requirement that they have prior experience with the patent system. We encourage these individuals to sit for the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s registration examination to become registered Patent Agents. The Technical Advisor/Patent Agent track provides those individuals with an interest in both technology and writing an excellent alternative career path. If you are interested in working in such an environment, please consider a career with us.

Kowert, Hood, Munyon, Rankin & Goetzel, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

Current Opportunities

Software/Computer Engineer Wanted for Intellectual Property Law Firm

Kowert, Hood, Munyon, Rankin & Goetzel, P.C. is seeking software and computer engineers who are interested in a career in patents as Associates, Patent Agents and/or Technical Advisors. Experience with the patent system is preferred, but not required.

Candidates must have a solid technical background and the ability to quickly learn new technology. A degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering is required. We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas: software application development, computer graphics, Internet applications, object-oriented programming, web-based e-commerce design, image processing, microprocessor architecture, graphics processor architecture, computer architecture, design verification, and circuit layout. Candidates must have excellent English communications skills, including strong writing ability.

We offer competitive salaries and incentive bonuses. Insurance benefits, 401(k) and a profit sharing plan are also included. Most importantly, we offer a challenging and exciting career opportunity that includes continued exposure to a wide variety of leading-edge technologies.

Patent Attorney Wanted for Intellectual Property Law Firm

Kowert, Hood, Munyon, Rankin & Goetzel, P.C. is seeking Associate Patent Attorneys. Candidates must have experience in patent preparation and prosecution in addition to a solid technical background and the ability to quickly learn new technology. A law degree and a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience, is required. We are particularly interested in individuals with engineering and patent experience in one or more of the following areas: software application development, computer graphics, Internet applications, object-oriented programming, web-based e-commerce design, image processing, cellular communication, microprocessor architecture, and computer architecture. Candidates must have excellent English communications skills, including strong writing ability.

We offer competitive salaries and incentive bonuses. Insurance benefits, 401(k) and a profit sharing plan are also included. Most importantly, we offer a challenging and exciting career opportunity that includes continued exposure to a wide variety of leading-edge technologies.

Applications

To apply, please email, fax or mail resume, college transcripts and a writing sample to:

Eden Minucci
Kowert, Hood, Munyon, Rankin & Goetzel, P.C.
1120 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Building 2, Suite 300
Austin, TX 78746

fax: (512) 853-8801
email: info@intprop.com