North Star IP is currently seeking a patent prosecution “Associate I” and “Associate II,” both with 3 to 4+ years of prosecution experience. Our arts are concentrated on the electrical, wireless, software, and medical areas. We look for a background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. However, we will also consider other Engineering disciplines with experience in handling electrical/electro-mechanical arts.
Associate I: We look for experience in drafting and revising New Applications to file with the USPTO. Associate I should handle all aspects of Patent Prosecution in U.S. and is expected to be well versed in addressing Office Actions as well as handling interviews and Appeals.
Associate II: All of the qualifications for Associate I. In addition, Associate II should have extensive experience in drafting applications and Legal Opinions in pre-litigation matters. Client counseling and litigation experiences including drafting memorandums are considered a plus. Please feel free to detail your drafting and opinion/litigation experiences in a separate cover letter.
Contact: Please contact Mr. Bernard Chung via email only at: bernardc@nsiplaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Washington, DC
Finnegan's Reston, VA office is seeking lawyers with a background in electrical technologies (semiconductor, telecom, computer or electrical engineering) and 1 to 3 years experience in patent prosecution and/or litigation. Our compensation package includes competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
Tarolli, Sundheim, Covell & Tummino LLPseeks a patent attorney with at least four years of patent preparation/prosecution experience and a chemical or biochemical background. Advanced degree and pharmaceutical and/or life science experience is required. OH bar is preferred, but not required. Transportable business is a plus, but not required. Compensation commensurate with previous experience and demonstrated abilities. Comprehensive benefits package is offered.
The Washington, DC office of Dickstein Shapiro LLP has an immediate need for two (2) Intellectual Property Associates. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of patent prosecution and patent litigation experience. Degree in Electrical Engineering required. Strong academic record, excellent writing and analytical skills required. Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Hodgson Russ LLPseeks an experienced Patent Attorney to join the firm's growing IP practice in its Buffalo, NY office. The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, will be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and will have at least two years of experience. Industry experience is a plus.
Contact: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter and law school transcript Amy L. Howard at: ahoward@hodgsonruss.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Buffalo, New York
Brooks Kushman P.C.is seeking a patent attorney with an electrical engineering or computer science degree and 3-6 years of experience with patent litigation, patent clearance and validity, and patent application preparation and prosecution. The focus of the open position at Brooks Kushman will be primarily patent litigation. Candidates should have an excellent academic background, excellent analytical skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to work efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced environment. Brooks Kushman has offices in Southfield, Michigan and Los Angeles, California.
Brooks Kushman counts six U.S. Fortune 100 companies among its clients and is often recognized by peers and leading trade publications. Brooks Kushman is a Go-To Law Firm® selected by the top 500 companies, according to Corporate Counsel magazine; a Top 100 Intellectual Property Law Firm according to Law360; “Best at Client Focus” firm, according to large and Fortune 1000 companies surveyed by The BTI Consulting Group; and one of the top IP firms selected by the Fortune 250, according to IP Law & Business. For more information, visit www.brookskushman.com.
Michaud-Kinney Group LLP seeks an Intellectual Property Attorney with a chemistry or biology background and at least three years experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications. Litigation, trademark and transactional experience a plus. Competitive salary and benefits.
Contact: Please send resume and writing samples to Michael Kinney, Managing Partner: Kinney@MKGIP.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Middletown, Connecticut
The Palo Alto office of Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton is seeking a mid-level associate for its patent practice; a Class of 2008 or 2009 law school graduate is preferred. The candidate will be located, full-time, in our Palo Alto office (no splitting time between other Sheppard Mullin offices). Electrical engineering or computer science degree, California bar and patent bar are required. The associate will have significant responsibility and daily client contact. Networking is expected and the associate's efforts will be supported by senior lawyers in the practice. Candidate should have high grades from a nationally ranked law school.
Contact: Qualified applicants should send their resume, law school transcripts and a writing sample to nferrari@sheppardmullin.com.
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Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm: Job Location: Palo Alto, California
Kacvinsky Daisak, PLLC is currently seeking an experienced Intellectual Property paralegal. The ideal candidate should possess a deep working knowledge of US and foreign patent & trademark prosecution procedures. Additional strengths should include the ability to manage and maintain a patent and trademark docket across multiple clients and attorneys. Previous experience with FoundationIP is a plus. A candidate must be able to manage their time well, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Duties will include but are not limited to: - Receiving, docketing, and reporting out correspondence received from the USPTO and foreign agents - Drafting shell responses to US and foreign office actions - Developing and maintaining knowledge of patent office rules and procedures (US and foreign) - Developing, understanding and documenting client procedures and special instructions. - Completing requirements of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) applications when needed. - Coordinating international filings with foreign agents, and completing any necessary filing requirements. - Preparing standard transmittal documents for filing with the USPTO, such as missing parts, assignments, issue fees, IDS documents, etc. - Reviewing and filing new patent and trademark applications, including any necessary transmittal documents. - Reviewing and filing prosecution related documents, such as office action responses, including any necessary transmittal documents. - Preparing quarterly annuity packages for review by the assigned attorney and/or client. - Maintaining an online annuity database, such as CPI Online. - Preparing and providing reports from a docketing database as requested. - Identifying and resolving problems in a timely and efficient manner. - Attention to detail and deadlines is absolutely necessary.
Brient Intellectual Property Law, an IP boutique based in Alpharetta, GA (a suburb of Atlanta) is seeking a patent attorney to join its practice. The successful candidate will have experience preparing and prosecuting computer science, mechanical and/or business method patent applications. Experience preparing infringement and validity opinions is also desirable. An undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering or computer science is required for this position.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of rapidly growing practice with reasonable billing rates and well-established clients.
Portable business preferred but not required.
Contact: If interested in this position, please send a resume along with a cover letter to snugent@brientip.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Alpharetta, Georgia (a suburb of Atlanta)
Stroock’s full-service Intellectual Property practice combines legal excellence and business-minded counsel to give clients an edge in developing, protecting and monetizing their intellectual property assets. Stroock’s clients benefit from the resources of a national law firm as well as the strategic advice and scientific knowledge of an intellectual property boutique. The firm’s comprehensive practice advises on patent, copyright, trademark and trade secrets matters in the U.S. and overseas.
Being a member of the Stroock IP group means that you would be working for a diverse range of clients in the electrical, software, medical device and other areas in connection with a wide variety of matters. As a prosecution associate, you will draft and file applications and amendment as well as draft opinions. As an IP litigation associate, you will be an integral member of a team. Depending on the level of experience, the associate will draft briefs, prepare witness outlines, second chair and/or take depositions, meet with experts, participate in trial preparation and attend trial.
Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC, an established intellectual property law firm in Rockville, MD, is seeking an experienced electrical patent attorney with an advanced degree in electrical engineering or physics. The ideal candidate will have experience in telecommunications technology fields including wired (optical and electrical) and wireless networking technologies and equipment.
Our firm is also seeking an associate, agent or technical writer with a Computer Science or Electrical Engineering degree. Candidate should have 2+ years experience in patent application drafting and prosecution. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials as well as strong organization, writing, and analytical skills.
Both positions will provide the opportunity to work on a wide variety of patent prosecution, opinion, and counseling matters in the electrical arts with quality domestic and foreign clients. U.S. Patent Office experience or familiarity with the USPTO practice is desirable. Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Contact: Interested candidates should send resume, transcripts and writing samples by email to dmr@usiplaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Rockville, Maryland
North Star IP is currently seeking a patent prosecution associate with 3 to 4+ years of prosecution experience.
We look for experience in drafting and revising new applications to file with the USPTO. We handle all aspects of Patent Prosecution in U.S. and would expect candidates to be well versed in addressing Office Actions as well as handling interviews and Appeals.
Well versed and extensive experience in drafting applications and legal opinions in pre-litigation matters are considered a plus. Please feel free to detail your drafting and opinion experiences in a separate cover letter.
Our arts are concentrated on the electrical, wireless, software, and medical areas. We look for a background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. We will also consider other Engineering disciplines with experience in handling electrical arts.
Rutan & Tucker, LLP has an employment opportunity available for an experienced Patent Prosecution Agent with a nimimum of 3 - 4 years patent prosecution experience. This position will assist partners in the Firm’s Intellectual Property practice in its Costa Mesa and Palo Alto offices.
Requirements: Applicants must have at least 3-4 years experience drafting patent applications and must be familiar with domestic and foreign requirements.
Responsibilities: Prepare patent applications for filing with the USPTO. Draft IP related documents. Interact with Firm personnel, clients and foreign counsel.
Rathe Lindenbaum LLP, an Intellectual Property boutique firm in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin seeks a patent attorney/patent agent with experience in either mechanical, electromechanical or chemical engineering to join our practice. Successful candidates will have three or more years of experience in the preparation and prosecution of patents and looking for a flexible work environment. Candidates must also have excellent academic credentials and have strong written and oral communication skills. This position offers competitive compensation.
Faegre Baker Daniels seeks an experienced trademark attorney for our thriving Colorado Intellectual Property practice, in our Denver or Boulder office. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in growing our existing Colorado trademark, copyright, and advertising practice. Successful candidates should have experience in trademark advice, counseling, and prosecution, preferably with TTAB experience. Experience with copyright, advertising, licensing and privacy matters is a plus. Candidates also should have strong academic credentials, writing skills, and professional recommendations. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.
Contact: Please send or e-mail cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript to:
Trisha Selden, Legal Talent Manager Faegre Baker Daniels 2200 Wells Fargo Center 90 South Seventh Street Minneapolis, MN 55402 Trisha.Selden@FaegreBD.com
DeLizio Gilliamwants a self-motivated individual to join our team of patent professionals, who are committed to generating quality work for our clients. Currently, we seek someone with experience at least in patent application preparation. An applicant’s technical knowledge must include at least one of mixed signal processing, wireless/wired communications, and analog circuits. Preference will be given to an applicant who also possesses knowledge in at least one of computer architecture, networks, and programming. We will accept applications from patent attorneys, patent agents, and patent engineers/technical advisors. An applicant should have strong communication and writing skills. An applicant without a degree in one of the following will NOT be considered: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
Holland & Hart's Boulder, Colorado office is seeking an Administrative Intellectual Property Specialist/Secretary to support the growing patent practice. Duties include supporting our patent attorneys in docket and practice management, the preparation and prosecution of patent applications at the USPTO and performing a variety of patent support and administrative tasks.
Requirements: Applicants must have strong administrative/secretarial skills and a desire to have a long term career in the intellectual property field. Superior attention to detail and proofreading skills are required, must be proficient at using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and have excellent oral and written communication skills. Applicants should have the interest and ability to deal with highly technical subject matter, including cutting-edge computer and electronic filings. Excitement about IP, a strong work ethic and a drive to excel are all necessary.
We offer excellent starting salaries, outstanding benefits and a pleasant work environment
Contact: Qualified candidates should sent resume to: Charlene Moe at: cmoe@hollandhart.com. No phone calls please.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Boulder, Colorado
An Intellectual Property law firm located in Boulder is seeking EE patent prosecution associates with at least 2 years of experience for full-time or contract work. The ideal candidate will have experience drafting and prosecuting a wide range of patent applications.