or Southfield, MI

October 19, 2021- US - Midwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Bejin Bieneman, PLC, is seeking a patent associate or agent to immediately join the firm to help support our diverse and growing intellectual property law practice. You will prepare and prosecute patent applications in electronics, software, controls, electro-mechanical, and mechanical arts, and assist in intellectual property litigation and opinion work. Copyright and trademark experience is a plus, but not required.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – McLean, Virginia

October 19, 2021Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

Roberts Calderon Safran & Cole, P.C. (RCSC), an Intellectual Property Law Firm located in prestigious Tysons Corner, Virginia seeks a registered Patent Attorney or Agent with up to five years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, and a degree in computer science preferred or electrical engineering. Experience drafting patent applications in computer related arts including software technologies and related fields a plus.

Associate Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Remote

October 15, 2021- US - Telecommute, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Ward Law Office LLC (WLO) is a virtual “IP boutique” law firm with attorneys

Patent Associate Attorney – Law Firm – Chicago, IL

September 29, 2021- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC (HFZ), a boutique law firm located in downtown Chicago, is looking for local patent attorneys with 1-5 years’ experience to join our patent prosecution team. HFZ represents clients in a wide variety of industries and technologies including the automotive, aerospace, electronics, software, Internet, e-commerce, wireless and cloud technology sectors, artificial intelligence and machine learning, biomedical instrumentation and consumer goods, process technologies and digital signal processing industries, media and process control technologies, amongst others. This full-time position has a billable hour requirement of 1850 hours with a year-end bonus potential.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Westborough, MA, remote available

September 21, 2021Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Bainwood Huang is seeking a patent attorney or agent to assist with growing portfolio of patent work. We are a dedicated, reliable, and hard-working team of professionals looking to add to our ranks. Our clients are industry leaders in Internet technologies, electronics, software, and mechanical designs. Candidates should be computer savvy, with solid technical backgrounds and excellent writing and analysis skills.

Senior Associate – Law Firm – Remote

September 17, 2021- US - Telecommute, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kennedy Lenart Spraggins LLP has an opening for a registered U.S. patent attorney or patent agent to join our growing practice as a full-time senior associate. Remote associates are welcome. Primary responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Requirements for an ideal candidate include a B.S. or higher degree in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering and at least five years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.

Division Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

September 15, 2021Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical

At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do. We are seeking candidates who embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in a workplace where everyone feels valued and inspired.

Help us build a better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent. It all begins with you.

Legal - Our vision is to advance the company's strategy, support its transformation, and effectively manage risk through a team known for collaboration, sound judgment, and proactive advice.

We support our vision with four strategic pillars: Integrated Business Advice, Risk Management, Talent & Leadership Development, and Operational Excellence.
The Intellectual Property Group has an opportunity for an experienced patent attorney. The patent attorney will counsel clients and coordinate business unit patent activities, including managing intellectual property review team meetings, providing patentability and non-infringement opinions, and developing line of business patent strategies that align with enterprise strategies.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Managing all patent matters for one or more lines of business
Engaging business partners to identify and examine potential intellectual property opportunities and encouraging the creation and protection of intellectual property;
Developing, coordinating and reviewing patent research and analysis projects, including prior art searches, patentability analyses, portfolio analyses, infringement/non-infringement analyses, validity/invalidity analyses and freedom to operate analyses;
Managing the drafting, filing, prosecuting and maintaining of a line of business patent portfolio;
Setting and implementing patent policies;
Educating company employees on IP and the patent process; and
Directing and managing work with outside counsel related to intellectual property matters.

All offers for employment with Wells Fargo are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check. Wells Fargo will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state and Federal law, including Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

Required Qualifications:

Active State Bar membership
8+ years of experience as a practicing attorney; or 6+ years of experience as a practicing attorney and 2+ years of legal-related experience in one or a combination of the following areas: risk, compliance, contracts, government, regulatory, financial services, or technology

Desired Qualifications:

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills
Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work while handling multiple matters
Ability to work effectively in a complex environment with a high degree of collaboration
Effective in building partnerships, functioning well with project teams, and working for the success of the team
Ability to analyze legal and regulatory issues in area of practice and provide effective advice to clients on complex legal matters
Extensive experience conducting research and providing counsel and guidance regarding complex legal issues

Other Desired Qualifications:

8+ years of experience filing and prosecuting patents as a patent attorney
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, preferably in electrical engineering or a computer-related discipline
Registered to practice before the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO)
Ability to be responsible for intellectual property related activities for a line of business, including training the business on patent filing and strategy, idea harvesting, management of patent application preparation and prosecution, addressing third party patent issues, and assisting in patent acquisitions and licensing
Ability to counsel other lawyers on intellectual property issues that affect Wells Fargo
Have personally prepared and prosecuted at least 50 patent applications
Experience with patenting within the financial services industry
Ability to work well both independently and in teams

Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service men and women.

Wells Fargo is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

Apply online at:
https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/job/minneapolis-st-paul-bloomington/counsel-4-patents/1251/14369094672?utm_source=email&utm_medium=social_post&utm_campaign=Wells_Fargo_social

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Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Multiple Locations

Corporate IP Attorney – Corporation – Phoenix, Arizona

September 14, 2021- US - Southwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

onsemi is seeking a patent attorney to join the Intellectual Property Legal Department team, located in Phoenix, Arizona. As a Corporate IP Counsel, you will be responsible for helping develop onsemi’s patent portfolio and for implementing the company’s intellectual property strategy in close coordination with one or more of onsemi’s business units.

Performance Objectives:

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

Develop and implement evolving corporate intellectual property strategy
Actively manage the invention disclosure process for inventions from onsemi’s engineering community, including by participating in patent committees, supervising outside counsel in the drafting and prosecution of new patent filings, and so forth
Perform competitive analysis and landscape studies related to the company’s products
Conduct new product clearance activities including non-infringement and invalidity analyses
Assist with a wide variety of other intellectual property matters including IP litigation support, drafting and negotiating IP agreements, mergers and acquisition diligence, patent monetization, portfolio analytics, budgeting, and more

Qualifications - External:

J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school, and membership with at least one state bar
Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
3+ years of experience as a patent attorney
Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Electrical Engineering or physics, preferably with a strong technical background involving integrated circuits, semiconductor device physics, and semiconductor manufacturing technologies
Fluency in written and spoken English
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences

onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a continued focus on the automotive and industrial end-markets, onsemi is accelerating change and driving disruptive innovation towards a sustainable ecosystem in high-growth megatrends such as vehicle electrification, advanced safety, alternative energy and factory automation. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world. Today, the industrial and automotive end-markets are responsible for two-thirds of global greenhouse gas emissions, providing an immense opportunity for onsemi to do its part in achieving a net-zero economy with its intelligent power and sensing technologies. Climate change presents not only a risk to the environment, but also opportunities for innovative business solutions, and onsemi is committed to applying its research and design expertise and adapting its own operations to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040.

Apply online at:
https://bit.ly/3C5z9Jk

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Patent Prosecution Associate/Agent – Law Firm – Portland, OR; Seattle, WA; or Mt. View‎, CA

September 10, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt, P.C. is seeking an EE or CS Patent Prosecution Associate/Agent to work in Portland, OR; Seattle, WA; or Mt. View‎, CA.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Tysons Corner, Va. or Telecommute

September 10, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

MH2 Technology Law Group, LLP is looking for local or remote, full-time patent professional to prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft opinions, and provide IP counseling for our clients, which include many Fortune 500 companies.
MH2 currently seeks a patent attorney with a background and degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate has extensive experience preparing and prosecuting applications for mechanical and electro-mechanical inventions.
At least five years of recent patent drafting and prosecution experience is required. Experience related to patent clearance, validity, and infringement opinions is a plus. Patent examiner experience or prior job experience as an engineer is also a plus. Must be willing and able to learn new technologies quickly and need minimal training.

Patent Agent / Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Pittsburgh, PA

September 9, 2021- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC is seeking a patent agent / patent attorney to work in their Pittsburgh, PA offices.

Patent Agent or Technical Advisor – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

September 3, 2021- US - Southwest, Tech - Electrical

Dorsey & Whitney is a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare; and technology.

Dorsey’s Patent group is seeking a Patent Agent or Technical Advisor with one to five years of patent prosecution experience to be located in our Salt Lake City office. Patent bar-eligible candidates with the right technology background and writing experience will also be considered. The ideal candidate will have a passion for understanding and writing about mechanical systems, materials, consumer electronics, and the outdoor industry. All relevant technical backgrounds will be considered. Strong academic credentials and USPTO admission or eligibility are required.

In this role you will:

Conduct inventor interviews in preparation for drafting original patent applications.
Draft patent applications and prosecute patent applications before the US Patent and Trademark office (USPTO) and foreign jurisdictions via communications with local counsel.
Prepare office action responses for local and international patent applications.
File documents with the USPTO when required.
Support patent litigation and perform due diligence on a per case basis.
Perform patent searches, analyze invention disclosures, scientific or technical documents, and review issued patents in order to evaluate patent specific issues such as patentability and validity.
Conduct freedom to operate searches, competitive landscape searches, and review prior art.
Manage a U.S. and foreign patent prosecution docket such that deadlines are met.
Conduct interviews with examiners at the USPTO.
Work closely with our collaborative team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and legal assistants to ensure excellence in client service at all times.

What we’re looking for:

One to five years of agent/advisor experience.
At least a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, or related field.
Strong academic performance.
USPTO admission is preferred.

We are looking for the right person, not just the right resume or experience level. Collegiality and teamwork are highly valued, and broad skills and curiosity can be as important as a specific technical degree.

About Dorsey:

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

Dorsey participates in E-Verify.

How to Apply:

Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. If a disability affects your ability to apply using our online system, please call 612-492-5178 to discuss reasonable accommodations in connection with your application. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.

Dorsey offers a competitive pay and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners; a generous paid time off policy; retirement savings plan; profit sharing contribution; paid holidays; paid parental leave, paid volunteer day; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more! (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria).

Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

How to Apply: Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. If a disability affects your ability to apply using our online system, please call 612-492-5178 to discuss reasonable accommodations in connection with your application. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.

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

Semiconductor Associate Attorney, Patent Agent, or Technical Specialist – Law Firm – Washington, DC (remote considered)

September 2, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox, a large law firm, is seeking a semiconductor associate attorney, patent agent, or technical specialist to work in their Washington, DC offices.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Remote

August 27, 2021- US - Telecommute, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Alliance IP, LLC, an intellectual property law firm, is seeking an experienced patent attorney with an electrical engineering or computer science degree. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials, meaningful experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications relating to electrical engineering, computer engineering, software, and/or semiconductor device fabrication and structures. Prior in-house counsel, litigation, litigation support, and/or inter partes review (IPR) experience are preferred.

Assistant Director of Intellectual Property – Non-Profit – West Lafayette, IN

August 26, 2021Emp - Non-Profit, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Purdue Research Foundation is seeking an assistant director of intellectual property to work in West Lafayette, IN.

Essential Functions:

Manage team of attorneys/agents/paralegals working on intellectual property matters in Physical Sciences.
Coordinate the Physical Science intellectual property team efforts in conjunction/cooperation with Chief Patent Counsel, including managing workload assignments of Physical Science team members while maintaining responsibilities for personally drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications.
Perform deep diligence on key Purdue intellectual property portfolios and develop long-term protection strategies to maximize the value to PRF.
Work closely with the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) business development managers, licensees, and outside counsel to understand the intellectual property terms and conditions in license agreements and maximize value to PRF.
Provide the OTC business development team with potential licensees based on own expertise, knowledge, and prior art searches.
Perform prompt and competent analyses of intellectual property protection and strategies to enable timely technology transfer of Purdue intellectual property in physical sciences and other areas as needed or assigned.

Additional Responsibilities:

Work cooperatively with Purdue inventors to provide them with intellectual property education and expertise.
Work closely with OTC business development licensing staff to evaluate technology-based innovations for appropriate intellectual property protection and commercial potential.
Draft patent applications and present applications to the US Patent and Trademark Office for the benefit of Purdue.
Prosecute patent applications with respect to all aspects of patent law, including preparing formal communications and responses to national patent offices, conducting examiner interviews and related prosecution activities for the benefit of Purdue.
Engage and manage outside counsel on patent prosecution matters including coordination, management and accounting for budget expenditures associated with all assigned project-related activities.
Assist in due diligence of legal matters relating to any matter.
Represent Purdue and OTC with national organizations, associations and groups related to university commercialization and provide learning opportunities and education to OTC.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Registered with US Patent and Trademark Office.
Member of Indiana or a reciprocating state Bar in good standing.
Strong diplomatic skills required.
Extensive hands-on patent prosecution experience required.
Commitment to higher education and the values of scientific research and discovery for societal benefit.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, computer, written/verbal communication skills required.
Ability to work independently and as a team leader.
Candidate must be comfortable interacting with people from varied disciplines and with managing multiple complex projects.
Occasional travel required.
Must be self-motivated, enthusiastic, detail-oriented, able to manage/coordinate multiple tasks, and able to work collaboratively and successfully with different sectors, including co-workers, academic scholars, entrepreneurs and industry executives.
Regular and reliable attendance are requirements of this position.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MS, PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science or a related field preferred.
5-10 years of direct patent drafting and prosecution experience before US Patent and Trademark Office in the physical or computer arts.
JD required.

If you are interested in applying, please click here to begin the process: https://www.applyatprf.com. The application deadline is Monday, September 20, 2021. Include a cover letter and resume with your submission.

A criminal conviction check and negative controlled substance test are required for employment in this position.

Purdue Research Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. PRF views, evaluates, and treats all persons in all Foundation-related activities solely as individuals on the basis of their own personal abilities, qualifications, and other relevant characteristics. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Non-Profit
Job Location: West Lafayette, IN

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Remote

August 19, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

DiBerardino McGovern IP Group (DMIP Group) is seeking a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent with 1-3 years of experience to join our team.

Patent Associate/Agent/Engineer – Law Firm – Cupertino, CA

August 19, 2021- US - West, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical

Van Pelt, Yi & James LLP, an intellectual property law office in Cupertino, CA, is seeking local or remote patent attorneys, agents, and engineers to prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications in the fields of computer science and electrical engineering. The firm represents Silicon Valley’s top emerging growth clients working on the cutting edge of a wide range of technologies, including software, machine learning, data storage, network technology, Internet applications, computer and network security, wireless and other communications, and digital signal processing.

Patent Attorney/Agent/Engineer – Law Firm – Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, NC and Remote

August 17, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP is a growing Bay Area-based patent law firm with over 25 registered patent practitioners and a diverse client base. We are expanding our presence in the Triangle and seek North Carolina-based lateral patent agents and patent attorneys with at least two 2 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution. Applicants should have a background in computer science, computer engineering or electrical engineering. We are particularly interested in practitioners with a knowledge of software, cloud computing environments and enterprise database systems including customer relationship management platforms. We are seeking motivated applicants who want a full-time position and full workload. We offer a percentage-based compensation plan that generously rewards hard-working practitioners while providing flexibility to maintain a reasonable work/life balance. We have a supportive and friendly work environment and a highly-trained support staff. Remote work arrangements are available.

Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Patent Prosecution – Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations-

August 4, 2021Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Polsinelli, a large law firm, is seeking an Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Patent Prosecution associate.

Design Patent Prosecution / Associate or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

August 4, 2021Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Polsinelli, a top AmLaw 100 national law firm, is seeking a highly-qualified and motivated associate or agent with 3+ years of experience for our Product Design and User Interface Patent Prosecution Practice Group. Interested candidates must possess a high level of academic achievement and superb writing and communication skills. Ideal candidates will have either relevant legal experience or industry experience and a degree in electrical engineering, computer science or physics. Experience with software related technology and substantial experience with design patents are a plus.