Technical Advisor at McGuireWoods LLP

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technology Analysis, Patent Litigation Support, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Technology Development Understanding, Standards Analysis, Patent Infringement Analysis, Prior Art Research, Invalidity Analysis, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Planning, Organization, Attention To Detail, Problem Solving

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Overview McGuireWoods is seeking a Technical Advisor to join our firm's Commercial Litigation - Patent group. The Technical Advisor will assist patent litigation teams in analyzing and understanding computer-related technology at issue in various patent litigation matters. McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data. Responsibilities Understands the historical and latest developments in the specific and related areas of technology. Analyzes and understands standards applicable in the specific and related areas of technology. Analyzes embodiments of the specific and related areas of technology, including use of products, methods, and services by clients, and provides analyses relating to patent infringement and non-infringement. Analyzes patents in the specific and related areas of technology, including patents and patent families at issue in litigation, and provides industry definitions for specific terms in the patents. Performs research and analyzes patents and other prior art in specific and related areas of technology, including for invalidity purposes. Conveys knowledge and teaches litigation teams about technology, products, services and patents at issue. Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science; a Master’s Degree or Ph.D. is preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Planning and organizational skills. High level of attention to detail. Self-motivated. High level of initiative. Interpersonal skills. Ability to respond effectively to employees and management and handle sensitive and/or confidential communications. Excellent research and problem solving skills. Ability to work under time restraints and deadlines. Ability to analyze and conclude. PC skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. Have more questions? Connect with a recruiter directly. #LI-KB1

Responsibilities

The Technical Advisor will assist patent litigation teams by analyzing and understanding the computer-related technology at issue in various patent litigation matters. Responsibilities include understanding technological developments, analyzing standards, assessing patent infringement, and researching prior art.