Haynes and Boone, LLP
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Capital Markets/Securities Associate

Multi-City
 
Haynes Boone is seeking Capital Markets / Securities Associates (3+ years) to join our Capital Markets Practice Group in our New York, Dallas, Houston, Boston, or Charlotte offices. This role is ideal for candidates energized by sophisticated securities and corporate transactional work and eager to advise issuers, investment banks, and institutional investors on a wide range of complex securities and corporate matters. Successful candidates will bring meaningful experience in U.S. securities laws and capital markets transactions, along with the judgement and skill to guide clients through intricate regulatory, disclosure and compliance challenges.
 
This position includes leading and executing a broad range on corporate finance transactions, including public and private securities offerings such as offerings of common stock, warrants, convertible securities, ATM program. The role also involves advising clients on alternative paths to the public markets, including reverse mergers, de-SPACs, and direct listings.
 
What we're looking for
  • Experience in corporate and securities law at a major law firm
  • Strong understanding of the Securities Act, Exchange Act, and relevant stock exchange rules
  • Strong drafting and negotiating and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • JD from an accredited law school
  • Admission to the New York State Bar

Litigation Associate

Orange County
 
Haynes Boone is seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate with 3-5 years of experience in California state and federal courts to join our Orange County office. This position will support labor and employment as well as business litigation. Ideal candidates should have experience in employment litigation, including single plaintiff and wage and hour class and representative actions, and employment advice and counsel. Ideal candidates' litigation experience should include extensive experience with preparing and answering written discovery, managing electronic discovery, motion practice, and taking and defending depositions. Candidates must also have strong academic credentials, excellent writing skills, public speaking skills, and should enjoy working with others in a team-oriented setting. Prior trial and big law experience preferred. Experience as a judicial clerk is a plus but not required. The starting base salary for this Orange County position is expected to be between $260,000-$365,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Patent Agent and Technical Specialist

Firmwide 
 
Haynes Boone is seeking patent agents and technical specialists with 2+ years of patent prosecution experience. Ideal candidates will have at least a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or physics, and have well-developed skills in patent application preparation and prosecution. Patent or technical experience with wireless telecommunication standards, signal processing, or computer networking is required. The starting base salary for this position is expected to be between $110,000 - $180,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Patent Prosecution Agent

Multi-City
 
Haynes Boone is seeking a highly qualified Patent Agent with at least 3 full years of patent prosecution experience to join our Intellectual Property Practice Group in our San Francisco, Palo Alto, or New York offices. We will also consider exceptional candidates for our Washington, DC; Dallas; Dallas-North; Houston; Denver; and Orange County offices to help support Fortune 200 clients and more.
 
Qualifications
  1. Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering required, or additional academic credentials in material science, physics or other engineering disciplines.  
  2. Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
  3. Strong technical expertise and/or patent prosecution experience on LTE/5G/6G Wireless Networks, computer hardware, AI, and deep learning.
  4. Ability to effectively analyze complex technologies, work directly with inventors and in-house counsel under partner-level supervision and mentoring, and develop strategic patent portfolios.
  5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
  1. Prepare, file, and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications.
  2. Conduct inventor interviews and collaborate with clients to identify and protect innovative technologies.
  3. Prepare office action responses, conduct Examiner Interviews, and prepare other prosecution-related documents.
  4. Support the development and management of domestic and international patent portfolios.
  5. Stay current on emerging technologies and developments in patent law relevant to client industries.
Compensation
The expected annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $250,000.  Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including relevant skills, experience, education, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related considerations, consistent with applicable law.  Haynes Boone offers a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, sophisticated client work, and opportunities for professional growth within one of the nation's leading intellectual property practices.



Patent Prosecution Associate

Multi-City
 
Haynes Boone is seeking talented mid-level Patent Prosecution associates with 2-5 years of relevant experience to join our Intellectual Property Practice Group in our San Francisco, Palo Alto, or New York offices. We will also consider highly qualified candidates for our Washington DC, Dallas, Dallas-North, Houston, Denver, and Orange County offices to help support Fortune 200 clients and more.
 
Qualifications
  1. J.D. from accredited law school and admission to practice in the applicable jurisdiction.
  2. Degree in Computer Engineering required.
  3. Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
  4. At least 3 full years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications directed to advanced computing technologies, preferably involving artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML).
  5. Strong technical and patent prosecution experience in one or more of the following areas: medical devices, semiconductors, integrated circuits, financial technologies, cybersecurity, networking, cloud computing, software systems, or related technologies.
  6. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technologies, communicate effectively with inventors and in-house counsel, and develop strategic intellectual property portfolios under partner-level mentorship and supervision.
  7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation
The expected annual base salary range for this position is $235,000 -  $365,000 annually plus at market bonuses. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related considerations, consistent with applicable law. Haynes Boone offers a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, sophisticated client work, and opportunities for professional growth within one of the nation's leading intellectual property practices.
 

Real Estate Associate

Dallas and New York
 
Haynes and Boone is seeking mid-level to senior real estate associates in our Dallas and New York offices with sophisticated experience working on real estate transactions including, sophisticated "dirt" real estate experience, including joint ventures, purchase and sales, leasing, and development transactions. Candidates must have strong academic credentials, excellent writing skills and should enjoy working with others in a team-oriented setting. The starting base salary for this position is expected to be between $310,000 - $445,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent, with applicable law.

Trademark Associate

Charlotte, Dallas, Orange County, San Francisco
 
Haynes Boone seeks a motivated associate with 4-7 years of trademark experience representing large brand owners to join our dynamic trademark and advertising team. Why Haynes Boone? Our attorneys help some of the most recognized national and international brands to identify, protect, and leverage their valuable intellectual property. In joining our team, you will work collaboratively with top trademark and advertising attorneys at one of the fastest-growing law firms in the AmLaw 100. Our global footprint, financial strength, deep client relationships, and industry-leading focus on associate professional development and overall well-being position Haynes Boone as an ideal place to build ones legal career. 
 
The ideal candidate will have exceptional training and developed skills in trademark clearance, prosecution, and enforcement; advertising claims review and label compliance; and advertising-related disputes. this position is for Dallas, the firms largest office. If appropriate, the firm is open to having the top candidate sit in the Charlotte, Orange County, or San Francisco office.
 
Since the firm's founding, we have understood and appreciated that our people are the driving force behind our success. We value the unique roles every individual plays in how we deliver exceptional legal services. As a result, we hire people who will reinforce and contribute to our professional reputation, enhance client relationships, and share in our success. We are committed to having inclusive workforce that reflects our communities, and we seek initiative-taking lawyers and staff who value our culture of respect and teamwork.
 
Prior experience in a large law firm setting is preferred. Candidates must have strong academic credentials and excellent writing skills. Candidates must enjoy working with others in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. References and writing samples are required. The expected salary range for this position is $310,00-$420,000, depending on experience.