Hauptman Ham, LLP, an intellectual property law firm located in Northern Virginia, seeks a Patent Legal Assistant who will support several growing IP practice groups. This Legal Assistant will handle patent prosecution with a focus on filing applications and information disclosure statements. The position requires a keen eye for detail, excellent organizational skills, the ability to prioritize workload, communicate well with other members of the team, anticipate needs and identify solutions to problems. This position will report to the Practice Manager and may be called upon to support other practice areas, as necessary.
Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – Washington, D.C.
Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is seeking candidates for a Patent Agent position in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office. Candidates must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and should have a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a law firm or at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Candidates with at least a M.S. degree or Doctorate in Biotechnology or Chemistry or laboratory experience are preferred. Qualified candidates should be able to conduct patent searches, assist with patent preparation and prosecution patent applications. Familiarity with and technical experience in the areas in Biotechnology and Chemistry are preferred.
Patent Agent or Technical Advisor – Large Law Firm – Houston, Texas
Chamberlain Hrdlicka is searching for a Chemistry Patent Agent or Technical Advisor for its Intellectual Property Section in its Houston, Texas office. The Patent Agent shall be responsible for a broad range of intellectual property services, including patent drafting and prosecution but also potentially expanding into active participation in developing and implementing IP strategy under the guidance of attorneys. Ideal candidate will have at least 2–5 years of strong patent drafting and prosecution in a law firm environment, excellent client relationships and interpersonal skills, and a strong academic background. Candidates that are currently with a corporate in-house team will also be considered but must have direct drafting and prosecution experience.
Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Westwood, Mass.
Daly, Crowley, Mofford & Durkee, LLP, a midsize IP firm located about 10 miles SW of Boston directly across from the Route 128/Westwood Commuter Rail Station in Westwood, MA seeks a patent attorney having an EE degree with at least two years of industry experience. Preference given for experience in analog and digital circuit design and/or RF circuit design. At least one year of patent prosecution experience preferred. Firm attorneys work in a wide range of interesting technology areas for large and small corporate, institutional and individual clients. Compensation and benefits competitive with Boston area.
Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Fairfax, Va. or Telecommute
Harrity & Harrity, LLP is looking for remote, local, or reduced hours patent professionals to prepare and/or prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies, including numerous Patent 300 companies. We offer true Life/Work balance – work where you want, when you want, and how much you want. We provide ample, steady preparation and prosecution work from a mix of leading electrical and mechanical technology companies. We provide an excellent compensation package that is production-based, and includes comprehensive benefits. We provide opportunity for client counseling through direct client interaction, as all clients are firm clients, and we provide opportunity for career growth/development including training in business development and client management. We have an innovative firm culture including cutting edge technology, collaborative work environment, and dedicated support team.
Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Washington, D.C.
Bookoff McAndrews (BoMc) is seeking a full-time registered patent attorney to join our firm. The attorney’s primary responsibilities will include assisting in the drafting of patent applications and other prosecution/counseling matters. This includes drafting opinions and conducting due diligence investigations and performing freedom-to-operate and landscape analyses under the supervision of the firm’s partners.
Trademark Associate Attorney – Large Law Firm – Denver, Colo.
Sheridan Ross P.C. is seeking an attorney with 0-2 years of experience in trademark law for a new position in its Denver, Colorado office. Ideal candidates will have experience in the management and coordination of trademark, copyright, and brand matters. The position includes U.S. and foreign trademark clearance, prosecution, licensing, due diligence, enforcement, TTAB practice and domain name disputes. Qualified candidates will be motivated self-starters with superb communication and writing skills, a commitment to excellence and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Associate Attorney or Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – Denver, Colo.
Sheridan Ross P.C. is seeking an Associate Attorney or Patent Agent in the Mechanical field with up to three years of legal experience and strong academic credentials. This is for a new position in support of Sheridan Ross’ mechanical engineering group and will be located in our Denver, Colorado office. Qualified candidates will be USPTO admitted or have plans to take the examination. Additionally, candidates should be motivated self-starters with superb communication and writing skills, a commitment to excellence and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. We offer a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits.
Legal Assistant – Large Law Firm – Denver, Colo.
Sheridan Ross P.C. is seeking a legal assistant with 5 or more years of heavy litigation practice, including experience in federal and appellate courts. Intellectual Property experience preferred, but not a requirement. This is an opportunity to perform paralegal-type tasks in addition to required, daily administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and word processing skills, and be proficient at using standard software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, time entry programs, etc.). Candidates should be well versed in electronically filing in federal court (e.g., using PACER) and have experience handling electronic and written document discovery as well as case docketing needs. Trial experience preferred.
Design Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations
Lee & Hayes is seeking a Patent Attorney with design patent experience for our Spokane, Seattle, Austin, Atlanta, DC, or Rochester offices. The firm’s design practice includes strategic procurement and enforcement of design rights for some of the world’s largest, most innovative, and well-known organizations. We consult as experts in design patent law, developing strategies for our clients to protect the ornamental characteristics of their innovations, whether that includes electronic devices, vehicles, graphical user interfaces, or apparel.
Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – Houston, Texas
Blank Rome is seeking a Patent Agent to support the Firm’s patent prosecution practice, leveraging technical expertise to assist the Firm’s clients in protecting their technology with patents. The Patent Agent will work under the supervision of a licensed patent attorney to draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. This role supports client innovation efforts through active participation in the preparation of patent specifications, including drafting of claims. The Patent Agent assists attorneys in the writing of scientific and technical documents clearly and concisely, conducting legal and technical research using all available resources in support of various patent-related matters.
Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Los Angeles, Calif. or Washington, D.C.
Arent Fox LLP has an open position for a patent attorney or patent agent with 2-5+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution for their Los Angeles, CA or Washington, DC office. Candidates must possess a 4 year degree in electrical or computer engineering. Experience with telecommunication and/or circuit transistor technologies is a plus. Membership to the Patent Bar is required. Candidates must possess strong writing skills, excellent academic credentials, and a desire to excel in a law firm environment. This is a non-partnership track position.
Patent Agent – Other – Arlington, Va.
Nixon & Vanderhye P.C., a leading Washington, D.C. area intellectual property law firm, seeks a detail-oriented patent agent with experience preparing and prosecuting mechanical-related patent applications to work in its Arlington, VA office.
Patent Attorney / Agent – Small Law Firm – San Jose, Calif. or Telecommute
Invoke IP PC is seeking a patent attorney or agent. Responsibilities include drafting and prosecuting patent applications for innovative Fortune 50 companies, and a few exciting startups. Highly competitive pay based on billed hours that matches big law salary, while providing flexibility with no minimum billable hours.
IP Patent Associate / Agent – Large Law Firm – Charlotte, N.C.
Nexsen Pruet is seeking a highly motivated Patent Associate/Agent to join its growing Intellectual Property Practice Group in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Electrical Engineer/Computer Science Associate – Large Law Firm – Anaheim and Los Angeles, Calif.
KPPB LLP, a dynamic IP boutique, is looking for an EE/CS associate with a strong background in digital signal and image processing, data science, natural language processing, machine learning and/or web application development to work on technically challenging IP matters for a clientele of venture backed startup companies. KPPB’s strength is that we are a team of passionate professionals with expertise across all stages of the IP life cycle, producing legal work of the highest standard. We offer a relaxed and flexible work environment with direct client exposure, ideal for someone looking to build a career in private practice while enjoying living and not just working in Southern California. In joining our team, you will work with people who love what they do and are driven to learn from each other, our clients, and our colleagues throughout the world. Our casual office environment is comfortable and adaptable. If you think this is the job for you, we welcome your application. A strong candidate will have expertise in video encoding and image processing, the ability to comprehend C/C++, and community involvement.
Material Science Associate – Large Law Firm – Anaheim and Los Angeles, Calif.
KPPB LLP, a dynamic IP boutique, is looking for associate candidates with a strong background in science to work on technically challenging patent prosecution for a clientele of leading edge venture backed start-up companies and universities. KPPB’s strength is that we are a team of passionate professionals with expertise across all stages of the IP life cycle, producing legal work of the highest standard. We offer a relaxed and flexible work environment with direct client exposure, ideal for someone looking to build a career in private practice while enjoying living and not just working in Southern California. In joining our team, you will work with people who love what they do and are driven to learn from each other, our clients, and our colleagues throughout the world. Our casual office environment is comfortable and adaptable. If you think this is the job for you, we welcome your application. A strong candidate will have credentials and expertise in physics, chemistry/chemical engineering and/or materials science, and have a high comfort level handling cases in a diverse range of technologies within the natural sciences.
Technology Specialist or Patent Agent – Small Law Firm – Telecommute
DiBerardino McGovern IP Group (DMIP Group) is seeking a Technology Specialist or Patent Agent. Strong academic credentials and at least a Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering. Applicants with a graduate degree in engineering or a hard science and academic or professional experience with optical systems are preferred. Candidates should enjoy writing and must have strong writing skills. Applicants must have a strong work ethic and a desire to be part of a virtual law practice, be professional and proactive, be detail oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines and set priorities.
Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Concord, Mass. / Boston, Mass.
Hamilton Brook Smith & Reynolds, an intellectual property boutique with offices in Boston and Concord, Massachusetts, has an immediate need for a Patent Attorney with a specialty in Electrical Engineering or related discipline. Candidates should have a minimum of two years of patent drafting and prosecution experience, and have the necessary skills to work on matters in most areas of electrical engineering. A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline is required. Experience with optics, signal processing, and/or computer networking is a plus.
Trademark/Copyright Staff Attorney – Law Firm – Los Angeles, Calif.
The Los Angeles office of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, is seeking a highly qualified staff attorney with at least four to seven years of relevant experience to join our high-profile and fast-paced IP protection and enforcement practice. More-senior candidates are welcome to apply.