Patent Agent or Attorney (Video/Audio Processing) – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

May 28, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Physics, Tech - Electrical

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a Junior to Senior Level Patent Agent, Associate or Senior Counsel. This is an exceptional opportunity to join our growing Electrical and Computer Science IP team with a national and international client base. This position can be based out of any of our offices. The Patent Agent or Associate must have a minimum of 2 years of IP prosecution experience at a firm or in-house.

Ability to draft patent applications and admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) are required. Substantial physics/math, optics/photonics, audio and/or image processing experience is a plus. Graduate-level experience or advance technical degree is also a plus, as is experience with codecs, virtual/augmented reality and AI. Our ideal candidate will hold a degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering or Information Technology and have excellent advanced mathematics skills.

The Company:

This is an opportunity to work with the Best. We are Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP. We are a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world.

We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen.

The Location:

We have offices in Wisconsin (Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); California (Los Angeles); Nebraska (Lincoln) and Washington D.C. Our contemporary offices spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our clients. This position can be located in our any of our offices.

Job Requirements:
Knowledge Base & Education:

Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering
Excellent academic credentials
At least two years of in-house or law firm patent prosecution experience

Adaptability:

Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team

Collaboration:

Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm

Communication:

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

Problem Solving Skills:

Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor

Professionalism:

Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Other:

Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Apply online at:

https://lawcruit.micronapps.com/sup/JobPostingDetails.aspx?lawfirm=MiUyNTVFSms=&JobId=MW5GbG9Q&at=OF9DRw==

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Wisconsin (Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); California (Los Angeles); Nebraska (Lincoln); Washington D.C

Patent Associate/Agent – Law Firm – Austin, TX (or remote within US)

May 28, 2025- US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Davidson Sheehan LLP, a small law firm, is seeking a Patent Associate/Agent to work in Austin, TX (or remote within US).

Patent Scientist – Computer Science/Electrical Engineering – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

May 22, 2025Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe Martens, a large law firm, is seeking a Patent Scientist.

We provide an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. Candidates will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, candidates will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires candidates to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable inventions.
Creating technical diagrams and drawings that describe the invention.
Writing patent applications, including description and claims, with clarity and technical accuracy.
Analyzing cited references, developing amendments and arguments, and conducting Examiner interviews.

To be successful in this position candidates must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. Candidates must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”).

Education and Experience:

B.S. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or other similar technical field is required (advanced degree or work experience preferred). Preference for candidates with artificial intelligence/machine learning [analog circuit design/semiconductor] coursework and experience.
At least two years of patent preparation and prosecution experience are preferred, including experience at the USPTO or in private practice.
Former USPTO Examiner experience is a plus.
Registration number to practice before the USPTO is preferred. In the absence of having a registration number, interest and eligibility to obtain a registration number are required.
At least part-time attendance at a Knobbe office in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle/Bellevue, New York, or Washington D.C. required.
Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and communication skills.

Base salary for this position is $125,000 to $270,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. The compensation for this position may include bonuses.

Knobbe Martens is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.

Knobbe Martens is a highly respected intellectual property law firm, offering legal services in all aspects of intellectual property and technology law. The firm’s litigation group handles cases throughout the U.S. and coordinates strategy for disputes worldwide. Founded in California in 1962, the firm has about 275 lawyers and scientists based in offices located in Orange County, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle-Bellavue, and Washington D.C. Knobbe Martens serves a diverse international client base, from multinational corporations to emerging businesses of all stages.

At Knobbe Martens, the health and well-being of our employees is of utmost importance. We offer competitive pay and health benefits, generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer contribution, a flexible spending account, wellness programs, and more. Details related to benefits will be confirmed at time of hire. More information about the firm can be found at knobbe.com.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/RecDefault.aspx?FilterREID=8&FilterJobCategoryID=1&FilterJobID=3

Please include a resume, cover letter, transcripts, and writing sample with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to multiple locations (near a Knobbe office)

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Remote

May 22, 2025- US - Telecommute, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kubota & Basol LLP, a large law firm, is seeking a Patent Agent to work remotely

Patent Agents on our team are different than Patent Agents at other firms. Patent Agents at K&B have direct client contact for all aspects of application drafting and patent prosecution. Here, Patent Agents are encouraged to direct or participate in disclosure meetings with clients, spearhead drafting patent applications, and interface with clients directly to incorporate client feedback. Additionally, Patent Agents are encouraged to take the lead in Examiner interviews, drafting responses and appeal briefs, and delivering oral arguments at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). At K&B, you are the point-person for your cases, and we are here to support you in the development of your practice. Our primary goal is to train practitioners to become independent and capable patent prosecutors in their own right; not simply to support an attorney with analysis and initial drafts. Please ask us more about how K&B is different during our interviews!

We are looking for Patent Agents who have two+ years of patent prosecution experience. Electrical engineering and/or computer science degrees are preferred, but other technical degrees will be considered, including mechanical engineering, physics and software.

Compensation will be based on productivity.

Our offices are located in Los Angeles and Northern Virginia, but remote working arrangements with visits to the Los Angeles and/or Northern Virginia offices are completely acceptable. We are a growing law firm--get in early at a firm where you can shape the firm, our culture, and your own practice and development!

By joining, you will also have the opportunity to work with one of the most well-known and innovative companies in the world! Between all of our clients, we prepare and prosecute patents in many exciting and cutting-edge technology areas, including AR/VR, machine learning, and others. Perform top-notch patent prosecution for cutting-edge clients in a collegial and relaxed atmosphere!

Apply online at:
https://ats.rippling.com/kubota-basol-llp-job-board/jobs

Please include a resume with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Chicago, IL

May 22, 2025- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd., a Chicago-based intellectual property law practice of over 80 attorneys and patent agents, seeks a Litigation Associate to join our growing Chicago office. The attorney will be responsible for all aspects of intellectual property litigation practice including, for example, discovery, motion practice, depositions, Markman hearings, opinions, client counseling, negotiations and licensing, trial preparation and practice, and appellate practice.

Patent Agent/Attorney (5G and wireless standards expert) – Law Firm – Remote

May 16, 2025- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kubota & Basol LLP is looking for patent attorneys or agents who are able to make an immediate and significant contribution to a new and growing 5G standards practice. The position requires registration with the USPTO and a minimum of 3 years of full-time experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications, in the role of outside counsel, directly associated with 4G, 5G, and 6G technical submissions to the 3GPP Communication Standards Organization. Also required is experience preparing claim charts that map claims to the 3GPP Communication Standards.

Biotechnology/Pharmaceutical Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Bend, OR; Portland, OR; Seattle, WA

May 12, 2025- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Schwabe is a premier Northwest regional law firm serving the needs of businesses in ‎seven key industry sectors: Technology; Healthcare and Life Sciences; Consumer ‎Products, Manufacturing and Retail; Natural Resources; Real Estate and Construction; ‎Ports and Maritime; and Indian Country and Alaska Native Corporations. We have ‎offices in four states, in the cities of Portland, Bend, Salem, Seattle, Vancouver, ‎Anchorage, and Mountain View. Schwabe has a culture based on collaboration, ‎innovation, and a drive to help our clients achieve success.‎

Schwabe currently has an opening for a full-time, licensed Biotechnology and/or ‎Pharmaceutical Patent Attorney or Agent in our Intellectual Property department. This ‎position will be based out of Bend, OR, Portland, OR, or Seattle, WA. The ideal ‎candidate will have:‎

2+ years of experience in biotech patent prosecution
Advanced degree in biology, biochemistry, immunology, or molecular and cellular ‎biology
Excellent writing, interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent academic credentials and professional references
Demonstrated ownership of projects and willingness to work in a team-oriented ‎setting, but with significant independence
Strong client service ethics
USPTO registration required
Oregon or Washington bar, or eligibility for reciprocity is required for attorneys

Candidates should submit PDFs of their cover letter, resume, law school transcripts, and ‎a writing sample directed to Michelle Baird-Johnson, Senior Director of Talent Acquisition ‎& Integration. Inquiries are maintained in confidence.
‎
The pay range for this position is $140,000 - $200,000, depending on job skills and legal ‎practice experience relevant to the position. The position is also eligible for productivity ‎and discretionary merit bonus consideration at the end of each calendar year.

A listing of benefits can be found here: https://www.schwabe.com/benefits-and-‎firm-paid-expenses. ‎
In order to cultivate our collaborative culture and better serve our firm clients, ‎most lawyer positions at Schwabe require in-person work in our offices on ‎Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with flexibility on Mondays and Fridays ‎to work offsite.‎

Schwabe is proud to be Mansfield Rule Plus Certified. This certification recognizes the ‎structural changes and actions we have taken to diversify leadership in our firm. Learn ‎more here: Mansfield Rule Plus Certification.‎

Schwabe is committed to cultivating and celebrating diversity, equity, and ‎inclusion because it makes our firm better. People from historically ‎underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.‎

Apply via email to:
https://www.schwabe.com/client-commitment/careers/attorneys/

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Bend, OR; Portland, OR; Seattle, WA

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Sweden or Norway

May 1, 2025- Europe, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fellows and Associates are an IP specialist recruitment firm with clients across the world. We often work with candidates seeking an international move and can help facilitate the process. In both cases the firms who are recruiting will arrange appropriate work visas.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Greenville, SC or Raleigh, NC

April 25, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dority & Manning has developed a dynamic, and energetic environment where individuals are accepted, valued, empowered, and able to meet their highest potential.

Our firm is a rapidly growing intellectual property boutique with a unique approach to legal services and business operations. Not only do we believe that success is built upon exceptional relationships – internally and externally, but we also offer a distinctive firm structure and innovative solutions tailored to individual client needs. Our firm thrives on foundations of trust, openness, and integrity to build an environment of true collaboration. We aim to invest in our people, culture, and systems to create an atmosphere where all people grow and succeed.

From start-up ventures to multinational, Fortune 100 corporations, Dority & Manning represents a diverse set of organizations in all aspects of intellectual property law. Our team works closely with high-technology clients developing advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, quantum computing, aerospace, automotive systems, power generation, and other innovative technologies to secure patent protection and provide relevant strategic counsel.

Position Details:

Draft and prosecute patent applications
Partner with the D&M team and in-house teams to develop and execute thoughtful and effective global IP strategies
Draft opinions of counsel
Conduct due diligence investigations and perform freedom-to-operate and landscape analyses
Opportunities for strategic counseling through client-facing interactions

Qualifications:

A degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields of study and/or relevant experience
Must be a member of the U.S. patent bar
Patent drafting experience required
Minimum of 2 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience required.

Benefits:

A culture that thrives on collaboration
Immediate introduction and partnership with leading high-technology clients, including Fortune 100 companies
Regular opportunities for travel and in-person client interactions
Professional trainer and training program implemented to enhance each individual skill set
Leadership and professional development opportunities provided
Formal mentoring program
Regular social gatherings and celebrations to build internal relationships and to support charitable causes
Opportunities for client Secondments
Emphasis on work/life balance
401k/Profit Sharing
Employer Paid Benefits (100% of Medical for employee)

If this position resonates with you, we would love to speak with you. To apply, please email a resume to: recruiting@dority-manning.com

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Greenville, SC or Raleigh, NC

Patent Principal Counsel – Large Corporation – Los Gatos or Los Angeles, California

April 22, 2025Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Prosecution

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

We are looking for an experienced patent attorney to join our group and partner closely with our engineering teams responsible for providing innovative features and delivery models for streaming and gaming services that delight our members around the world. In this role, you will help protect our innovation by providing practical intellectual property counseling on topics such as patents, publications, trade secrets, and open source. You will be developing the patent portfolio strategy by understanding our business, working with our engineers, making filing decisions, and partnering with our law firms to prosecute our patent assets.

Requirements:

10+ years of overall patent prosecution experience, with at least 4+ years of in-house experience.
Admission to the USPTO Bar and membership in good standing in at least one State Bar.
Experience in strategically building patent portfolios, counseling engineers, harvesting innovations, and collaborating with outside counsel to prosecute patents.
Curiosity and excitement to figure out how technology works.
Highly value being part of a diverse and inclusive team.
Creative problem-solving skills.
Ability to embrace ambiguity and demonstrate flexibility.
Enjoy working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top-of-market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $400,000-630,000.

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

Apply online at:
https://explore.jobs.netflix.net/careers?query=Patent%20Principal%20Counsel&utm_source=Netflix+Careersite

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Los Gatos or Los Angeles, California

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Remote

April 14, 2025- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Farrell Law Firm, P.C., a small law firm, is seeking a Contract Patent Attorney/Agent for piece work on flat fee basis. Work remotely in the US. The primary responsibilities will include drafting patent applications.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Nationwide (Remote)

April 8, 2025- US - Telecommute, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Van Hoven PC is seeking patent attorneys or agents (2 years minimum experience) to join our growing patent drafting and prosecution team. This position requires a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics. The position is remote and available nationwide, although candidates in the San Francisco/Silicon Valley or Detroit metros can have significant in-person interaction with firm partners. We provide top-flight work from leading high-tech companies, ranging from Silicon Valley stalwarts to promising early-stage companies. The billable minimum is 1440 hours per year (30 hours x 48 weeks) with a flexible schedule and significant bonus opportunities for high performers. This is an opportunity to become a key team member with a fast-growing firm that has a world-class client base, and to learn from seasoned Silicon Valley patent attorneys with decades of experience.

Patent Attorney/Agent – AI and Software – Law Firm – Remote

April 5, 2025Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent

GTC has a thriving patent strategy and patent prosecution practice and is seeking an experienced patent attorney/agent having extensive experience in both the preparation and prosecution of patent applications and the management of large inter-related patent portfolios. GTC provides cutting edge IP solutions for a range of prominent inventors, venture-funded start-ups and established technology businesses.

We are looking for an entrepreneurial person with a great team attitude and an aptitude for learning new and complex technology. We are looking for a driven and focused attorney/agent who is ready and willing to be a part of multiple internal teams consisting of one or more patent attorneys/agents, technical specialists, project managers and paralegals.

Position Requirements:

3-10 years of direct experience drafting and prosecuting a high number of patent applications in a law firm and/or corporate setting
A background preparing and prosecuting applications in one or more of the following technical areas: artificial intelligence, machine learning, software, computer hardware and computer architecture
An electrical engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence or data science educational background
An advanced degree in any of the above areas is a plus
Experience as a USPTO Examiner is a plus
High level of comfort performing all aspects of prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO, including drafting applications, responding to office actions, and interviewing patent examiners
Significant experience with all, or a majority of, the following:
- managing multiple active patent portfolios, domestically and internationally
- representing both start-up and mature companies
- preparing and prosecuting many inter-related patent applications
- filing procedures and formalities
- working with foreign counsel to prosecute foreign patent applications
- project and budget management of large patent portfolios
- preparing design guidance, non-infringement, and invalidity opinions
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Liaising and working directly with clients and/or responsible business teams
Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team setting
Experience working remotely, combined with occasional travel
USPTO Registration
An entrepreneurial spirit

Apply online at:
dspinale@gtclawgroup.com

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Patent Attorney of Agent – Biology – Law Firm – Remote

March 30, 2025- US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

McNeill PLLC is looking for experienced attorneys and agents with advanced degrees in Biology Candidates must have at least 4 years relevant experience in patent prosecution. Candidates should have a track record of performing work for innovative life science, biotech, and/or pharmaceutical corporations based in the United States. Applicants must be admitted to practice before the USPTO.

Patent Attorney, Agent, Technical Specialist – Law Firm – Huntington Beach, CA

March 30, 2025- US - West, Tech - Computer Science, Work - Patent Prosecution

Karich & Associates, a solo practice law firm, is seeking a patent attorney, agent, or technical specialist to work in Huntington Beach, CA

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Telecommute

March 25, 2025- US - Telecommute, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent

MH2 Technology Law Group, LLP (MH2) is looking for a full-time patent attorney or agent with an electrical engineering or physics background to prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft opinions, and provide IP counseling for our clients, which include many Fortune 500 companies. More particularly, MH2 currently seeks a patent attorney or agent with experience in oilfield technology. Experience with software technology is a plus. Candidates must have 3+ years of recent preparation and prosecution experience and require minimal training. Patent examiner experience or prior job experience as an electrical engineer are also a plus.

Patent Attorney – Biotechnology – Law Firm – Raleigh, NC (Hybrid)

March 14, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Myers Bigel is accepting applications for a patent prosecution attorney to help in our growing biotechnology practice. Candidates with a degree in biotechnology and preferably at least two to four years of work experience are encouraged to apply. Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is required. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and strong writing skills. Industry experience is preferred but not required. Qualified candidates should email their resume, cover letter, salary requirements, desired hours per year, and relevant writing samples to Hiring@myersbigel.com.

Patent Agent, Associate, or Of Counsel (Video/Audio Processing and Photonics) – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

March 12, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Michael Best is seeking a Junior to Senior Level Patent Agent or Associate. This is an exceptional opportunity to join our growing Electrical and Computer Science IP team with a national and international client base. This position can be based out of any of our offices. The Patent Agent or Associate must have a minimum of 2 years of IP prosecution experience at a firm or in-house.

Ability to draft patent applications and admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) are required. Substantial physics/math, optics/photonics, audio and/or image processing experience is a plus. Graduate-level experience or advance technical degree is also a plus, as is involvement with patent analysis/opinions of counsel and IPRs. Our ideal candidate will hold a degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering and have excellent advanced mathematics skills.

Knowledge Base & Education:

Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering
Excellent academic credentials
At least two years of in-house or law firm patent prosecution experience

Adaptability:

Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team

Collaboration:

Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm

Communication:

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

Problem Solving Skills:

Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor

Professionalism:

Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Other:

Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Apply online at:
https://lawcruit.micronapps.com/sup/JobPostingDetails.aspx?lawfirm=MiUyNTVFSms=&JobId=MW5GazE=&at=OF9DRw==

IP Counsel Innovation & Technology – Corporation – Salt Lake City, Utah

March 8, 2025- US - Southwest

Rio Tinto is looking for an IP Counsel to support the Rio Tinto Group by providing high-quality, independent, and timely Intellectual Property legal advice and ensuring appropriate governance and controls to ensure Rio Tinto meets its legal and regulatory obligations effectively, manages risk, and protects Rio Tinto’s people, assets, and reputation.

We are an open, connected international team. From mine to market, behind each of our operations and projects are technological innovations and data science driving new industry standards in mining and metals. With a clear focus on values, performance, and strong leadership, you get to grow with an organization that values your work and rewards you accordingly.

As part of the Innovation & Technology Legal Team, you will have the following responsibilities:

IP portfolio building:

Review and evaluate invention disclosures; recommend appropriate action to management.
Prepare and prosecute patent applications for new inventions.
Manage engaged law and attorney firms in a variety of jurisdictions.
Pre-transaction due diligence.

IP protection:

Help to maintain trade secret protection.
Raise IP awareness.
Train employees and managers regarding the protection of IP and related company policies.
Monitor IP activity of competitors and advise management.
Perform fact-gathering for right-to-use, infringement, and validity opinions.
Analyze and review agreements to provide advice in relation to ownership and licensing of IP, confidentiality, and data management and protection.
Drafting and negotiating non-disclosure, research, and development, technology joint development, IP and technology licenses, technology services, and other IP-related agreements with varying degrees of complexity.

What you will bring:

A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team.
Academic background preferably in chemical, biochemical, or metallurgical engineering. Prior knowledge or experience in mining is also useful.
USA patent attorney or agent certification or equivalent.
Qualifications as a lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction
4-8 years PQ experience in IP, gained in industry or private practice
English essential, French preferable
Self-starter who can proactively identify gaps, and legal needs and propose solutions to address them
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a team.

Apply online at:
https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/riotinto/RioTinto_Careers/job/Salt-Lake-City/IP-Counsel-Innovation---Technology_R5148-1

Please fill out the job application on the Rio Tinto Web site.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Intellectual Property Associate – Law Firm – Atlanta, GA or San Diego, CA

March 7, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - West, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Prosecution

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP, a large law firm, is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate to work in Atlanta, GA or San Diego, CA