Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Remote

October 11, 2024- US - Telecommute

Kennedy Lenart Spraggins LLP has an opening for a registered U.S. Patent Attorney to join our growing practice

Patent Attorney (Partner Track) – Law Firm – AI Focus – Seattle, WA or Hybrid

October 2, 2024- US - Northwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney

IPkey PLLC seeks an exceptional patent attorney to join our team serving a select group of high-growth clients. We are a technology-augmented prosecution and strategy firm at our core, and we partner with world-class monetization and litigation counsel on a mission-by-mission basis. Our corporate clients are leaders in their fields, including: industrial robotics, consumer products, and instruments. We expect to establish a long term relationship and offer a transparent pathway to partnership.

This position is perfect for high performing individuals seeking a step change in their legal career. In this position, you will:

develop strong relationships with client executives (President, CTO, Directors)
focus on driving results for 4-5 clients
expand your experience to different aspects of IP value (e.g., portfolio development, monetization, litigation, defense)
collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of legal and technical professionals
influence the firm’s direction

Essential qualifications include:

a USPTO registration number in good standing
member of at least one state bar in good standing
a degree in engineering, computer science, or physics
3-7 years of legal experience, including at least 2-3 years in private practice
a strong prosecution foundation (50+ applications written)
Candidates must demonstrate experience writing patent applications for technologies applying artificial intelligence and/or applying AI in an industrial or academic capacity. It is essential that candidates understand: AI architectures, particularly deep learning architectures including transformers; machine learning methodologies including classification and regression; and data preprocessing and feature engineering techniques.
owner’s mentality

Responsibilities for this multidisciplinary role include:

In support of portfolio development programs:

master our clients’ products, services, and patent portfolios
lead invention disclosure meetings and sync calls with clients
counsel clients on IP strategy, including patents and trade secrets
formulate international filing strategies aligned with the clients' strategic goals
draft and prosecute utility patent applications primarily in relation to autonomous robotics, consumer products (utility + design), and bioengineering instruments
efficiently manage foreign associates
conduct competitive analysis and prior art searching
prepare claim charts mapping client claims onto competing products
prepare portfolio updates and budget forecasts
conduct due diligence responsive to investor requests
regular travel to client sites (approximately 10-15% travel)

In support of monetization programs:

with the guidance of technical advisors, prepare claim charts for electrical and communications technologies, including wireless and semiconductor technologies
assert claim charts in technical discussions with counterparties
formulate rebuttals to invalidity and noninfringement defenses raised by counterparties
support litigation counsel by preparing and reviewing pleadings, briefings, infringement contentions, and working with expert witnesses (*NOTE* this is not a traditional litigation role)
support reverse engineering projects

What We Offer: Expected annual compensation for this role will total $250,000 - $300,000 (salary + objective bonus). We expect to create a long term relationship and offer a transparent pathway to partnership. To help you deliver your best possible work product, you will be trained on best-in-class prosecution tools, including Rowan Patents and Black Hills AI. We will consider on-site, hybrid, and remote work arrangements on a case-by-case basis.

Qualified applicants: please email your resume, undergraduate and law school transcripts, and patent writing samples demonstrating AI experience to recruiting@ipkey.law.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Seattle, WA or Hybrid

Patent Agent/Engineer/Attorney – Law Firm – Remote

October 2, 2024- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP (WAVS IP) is seeking lateral candidates for patent preparation and prosecution in our chemical group. WAVS is particularly interested in experienced practitioners and can provide a high volume of work to a new practitioner.

Intellectual Property Paralegal – Corporation – Anderson, SC

September 24, 2024- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc. has an opening in its growing Anderson, SC headquarters for an IP Paralegal. This individual would report to the Director of IP & Assistant General Counsel and provide professional and administrative support to the organization's Intellectual Property and Legal Departments. This position is hybrid and would require 2-3 days on-site at the Anderson campus.

Job Summary & Responsibilities:

Provide legal and administrative support to TTI’s patent attorneys, including:
- managing and maintaining electronic files relating to patent procurement, freedom to operate investigations, and patent controversies and litigation;
- conducting legal research relating to processes and procedures within the United States Patent and Trademark Office, status and information for lawsuits and USPTO proceedings, and markets and products relevant to TTI;
- communicating and interacting with legal, business, and engineering team members, outside counsels, and state and federal agencies;
- managing payment of annuities and maintenance fees; and
- generating reports using billing, asset, and case management software.
Provide legal and administrative support to TTI’s trademark attorneys, including:
- managing and maintaining electronic files relating to trademark procurement, availability investigations, oppositions, and trademark controversies and litigation;
- conducting trademark searching and providing registrability and availability analysis;
- conducting legal research relating to processes and procedures within the United States Patent and Trademark Office, status and information for lawsuits and USPTO proceedings, and markets and products relevant to TTI;
- communicating and interacting with legal, business, and marketing team members, outside counsels, and state and federal agencies;
- managing elements of trademark prosecution; and
- generating reports using billing, asset, and case management software.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree.
Paralegal Certification.
4-6 years of IP Paralegal Experience in a Law Firm and/or Corporate Setting.
Proficient Skills in Microsoft Office, Anaqua, Legal Tracker, and Coresearch (or equivalent software).
Ability to Autonomously Manage and Prioritize Multiple Tasks and Projects in a Fast-Paced Environment.
Proficient Time Management and Organizational Skills.
Ability to Work Well and Effectively in a Team Environment.
Proficient Written and Verbal Communication and Advocacy Skills.
Self-Motivated and Willing to Take Ownership of Work.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Anderson, SC