Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Boston, MA

April 28, 2020- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Caldwell Intellectual Property Law is seeking an experience technical specialist or registered patent agent to join our action-packed IP practice in our Boston, MA office. Our atmosphere is charged with energy, as we strive to help our clients develop value driven IP portfolios for their exciting, dynamic businesses. We represent some of the most innovative technology companies in the world, and have a unique, collaborative environment focused on quality work and quality down time. We offer excellent salaries, outstanding benefits, and an energizing, professional work environment. All employees are also provided an Equinox gym membership to help promote a healthy work life balance. We are the law firm version of a startup and we are having a lot of fun. Come help us shake things up!

IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Mentor Ohio

April 5, 2020- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical, and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs more than 30,000 employees in over 50 countries. Reported sales in 2019 were $7.1 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Job Description

The scope and responsibilities of the position include providing global intellectual property (“IP”) services to Avery Dennison, including IP strategy, domestic and international IP procurement, enforcement, and clearance, business counseling, and transactional support. The position reports to the Global VP and Associate General Counsel, IP, and works closely with the company’s technology and innovation leadership teams, as well as Regional Directors of R&D, Marketing, and Procurement. This position will be based in Mentor, Ohio, USA.

To be successful in your role of IP Counsel/Sr. IP Counsel, we need you to deliver on these responsibilities:

Deliver highly skilled patent procurement services.
Coordinate the drafting and filing patent applications (domestic, foreign and PCT applications), liaising with inventors, internal IP lawyers, agents, staff, and foreign counsel to acquire the information needed to prepare and successfully prosecute patent applications.
Support global IP strategy that targets growth in key market segments and accelerates new product innovations in each key market around the world.
Provide a full spectrum of intellectual property legal services including: client counseling; technology development and licensing contracts; trade secret protection, and patent and trademark protection, surveillance, enforcement, licensing, and litigation.
Conduct patent novelty, validity and right to market studies, patent and information searches, and analyzing and summarizing search results.
Provide strategic mentorship as a business partner to R&D, Marketing, and Procurement by integrating legal advice with critical business strategies for product development, joint development efforts, and licensing matters.
Provide IP related advice for M&A assessments and negotiations, joint ventures, and start-up investments.
Strong collaboration skills to engage and partner with colleagues in the global law department and global client teams.

Qualifications

Avery Dennison is a leader in innovation. Your experience should include the following:

Demonstrated strength at collaboration in matrix organizations, especially in a global organization and across functions.
Outstanding understanding of, and ability to take and manage, risk.
Strong business sense, and ability to connect the law and legal strategies to business goals in way that guides clients to successful outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to lead.

Education and Credentials

A technical degree is required, preferably in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Engineering, particularly RFID, transponders, sensors, and printer systems, or in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science or Engineering, particularly polymer chemistry.
A law degree with excellent credentials, registration with the USPTO, and a member of the Bar in good standing is also required.

Required Experience

At least 10 years of patent law experience, including strong business counseling and strategy, IP-related transactions, patent drafting and prosecution, freedom to operate opinions, and litigation.
Experienced with various types of transactions (M&A, JV, licensing, JDA, partnering agreements, negotiation experience with universities).
Proven ability to deal effectively with complex legal issues that have both legal and business ramifications.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated experience of collaboration and successfully engaging with global teams.
Demonstrated ability to lead and build relationships at a distance.
Demonstrated excellence in client counseling.
Highly experienced in technology relevant to Avery Dennison’s products, particularly RFID, transponders, sensors, and printer systems.

Preferred Experience:

A strong working knowledge of and experience with PCT, European patent practice, and China patent practice is highly preferable.
Demonstrated experience with technologies relating to Avery Dennison’s products and markets is strongly preferred.
Litigation experience is a significant plus.
Experience with other IP such as trademarks and copyrights is useful.

Contact
Apply online via the following link: https://smrtr.io/3ZKdd.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Mentor, OH

Associate Patent Attorney – Other – McLean, Va.

April 5, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Biotech, Tech - 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 with three to five years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, and a degree in mechanical or electrical engineering with substantial experience drafting patent applications in the computer and software related fields with trademark experience being a plus, though not required. The ideal candidate will have sufficient portable business to occupy at least 25%, but not more than 50% of the attorney’s time.

Electrical Patent Associate – Law Firm – Alexandria, VA.; Pittsburgh, PA, or Washington, DC

March 19, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney has an immediate opening for an Electrical Patent Associate with experience in Blockchain and distributed ledger technology. Qualified candidates must have substantial experience in drafting and prosecuting U.S. patent applications for electrical circuitry and software-related inventions, excellent writing skills, and a degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experienced Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Seattle, Washington or Washington DC

March 17, 2020- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Seattle and Washington D.C. offices of Han Santos, PLLC are seeking experienced patent prosecution associates to join its growing patent prosecution practice. Han Santos is a local law firm that offers a collegial work environment with opportunities to grow your legal skills and practice. Han Santos provides corporate, securities, IP procurement, and IP counseling services to clients ranging from small startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our compensation and benefits model is designed to attract and incentivize performers while offering an alternative to the high production commitment work environments of traditional law firms.

Senior Patent Engineer – Small Company – San Francisco, CA

March 10, 2020- US - Silicon Valley & SF, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Work - Other Patent, Work - Patent Agent

RPX Corporation is seeking a Senior Patent Engineer (electrical engineering) to join its San Francisco headquarters.

The Patent Analysis department synthesizes complex technologies and legal patent issues into actionable intelligence for RPX executives and clients. Patent Analysis research supports initiatives in defensive portfolio acquisitions, prior art validity actions, and advisory services. The positions in Patent Analysis require a deep and broad knowledge of specific technology sectors.

As a Senior Patent Engineer, you will analyze patent claims and related materials in view of legal, technological, and business environments to understand the technical merit and patent quality of individual patent portfolios. Your main responsibility is to distill a body of analysis and research into a concise, clear, and actionable assessment to both technical and non-technical audiences. This position reports in to the Director of Patent Analysis and is located in San Francisco, CA.

This position is based in San Francisco, CA. Remote or contract opportunities are not available for this role.

About this role

Assess numerous engineering and legal factors to extract patent value proposition
Draw on detailed knowledge of relevant technologies, companies, and industries
Identify the products and services to which a patent claim relates
Explain complex technical issues to nontechnical audiences
Isolate critical technical components of patents, products, and services
Learn and apply legal concepts related to patents including prosecution and litigation
Research timeliness of patents in support of validity challenges and prior art reports
Support analysis conclusions with research driven logic and confidence
Collaborate across the organization in-person and with virtual, global teams
Share assessment and communicate findings to relevant internal and external clients

About You

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Master's degree or Doctor of Philosophy viewed favorably
Patent Attorney or Agent viewed favorably

Experience:

Minimum of 4 years’ experience with patent analysis and licensing engagements in explaining highly technical subject matter
Involvement in patent issues such as prosecution, litigation, and valuation viewed favorably

Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrates a shown history of success, ownership, and accountability
Service-minded and passionate about results with an ability to develop positive relationships
Capable of handling deadlines and conflicting priorities to deliver quality results
Motivated and focused with a willingness to pursue additional projects
Able to demonstrate good judgment
Highly focused, organized, and pay attention to details
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

Technical Skills: Broad expertise in semiconductor process, integrated circuits design, computer and consumer electronics system architecture, and implementation of areas such as:

Semiconductor manufacturing (e.g., fabrication process, packaging, assembly, and test)
Processors (e.g., standalone, embedded, multi-core, SoC, x86, ARM, GPU)
Memory (e.g., DRAM, Flash, embedded memory)
Analog circuits and clock management (e.g., ADC/DAC, PLL, Amplifier)
Standards and Interfaces (e.g., PCIe, JEDEC, high speed serial connectivity, bus architectures)
Sensors (e.g., image sensor, MEMS)
Display panel structure (e.g., OLED, Micro-LED)
System integration (e.g., Laptop, Mobile handset, Set-Top-Box, Server)

RPX is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact
Apply online here: https://app.jobvite.com/j?aj=o73AbfwF&s=Patently-O.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Francisco California

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Palo Alto, Calif.

March 10, 2020- US - Silicon Valley & SF, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Palo Alto office of Perkins Coie is seeking an associate with 2-4 years of experience to join its growing Patent Prosecution group. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and patent prosecution experience at an AmLaw100 law firm. To be considered, you must have a degree in electrical engineering or computer science and must be admitted to the USPTO. California bar members strongly preferred.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Large Law Firm – Philadelphia, PA

March 10, 2020- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Duane Morris LLP has an opening for an associate with 2-4 years' experience in patent prosecution to join its growing Intellectual Property practice group. Ideal candidate must have an Electrical Engineering degree however, candidates with a Physics, Computer Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering degree and wireless communications or networking experience are encouraged to apply. Candidate will have strong academic credentials, superior writing ability, a quick-study aptitude, ability to engender client confidence, and thrive in a creative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment. USPTO admission required along with state bar admission in PA or New Jersey. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

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

March 5, 2020- US - Midwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

MH2 Technology Law Group, LLP is looking for a local or remote, full-time or part-time patent professional to prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft opinions, and provide IP counseling for our clients, which include many Fortune 500 companies.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Various Locations

March 4, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an Am Law 50 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Our thriving Intellectual Property practice is actively seeking a partnership track associate or patent agent with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related degrees and/or substantial industry experience in our Chicago, Denver, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Silicon Valley, or Washington, DC offices.

Corporate IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Silicon Valley; Austin Texas; or Toronto, Canada

March 3, 2020- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Intellectual Property, Tech - Electrical

AMD develops high-performance computing and visualization products to solve some of the world’s toughest and most interesting challenges. We are seeking a Corporate Counsel, IP to join our legal team. (Corp. Counsel, Legal, IP- 78036)

THE ROLE:

This person is responsible for the development and maintenance of AMD’s global patent portfolio. You will also work with your colleagues in the IP & Licensing team on defensive patent matters and patent monetization programs and within the AMD legal department (on matters which require your expertise in patent matters).

THE PERSON:

Having excellent technical and legal skills with the ability to develop each of those in a fast-paced environment is critical to your success in this role. Being outgoing and engaging in your work with the inventor community are also very important characteristics.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage outside counsel (domestic and foreign) in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications.
Draft and prosecute patent applications related to AMD’s global businesses.
Provide information and training to internal groups as required regarding patent protection procedures and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to quickly understand and evaluate new technologies & products
Assessment of legal risks in a business context and offer practical solutions
Technical acumen in patented technologies developed by AMD
Ability to communicate and express your opinions and bases for those opinions
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, business judgment and strategic legal thinking
Ability to work effectively as a team member
Patent Bar admission in good standing.
State/Provincial Bar admission in good standing (or qualified for and willing to apply for/maintain Registered In-House Counsel status)

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

REQUIRED: BSEE or higher degree with experience in hardware and software related technologies
REQUIRED: LLB or JD with experience with a major law firm or technology company (minimum 5 years of legal experience)

LOCATION:

This position is ideally located in Santa Clara, CA but could also be in Austin, TX or in the Toronto, ON locations.

Contact
Apply online via the following link: https://jobs.amd.com/job/Santa-Clara-Corp_-Counsel%2C-Legal-IP-78036-Cali/633688100/?locale=en_US

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Santa Clara, California; Austin, Texas; or Toronto, ON

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Seattle, Washington

March 2, 2020- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking a patent agent with at least two years of prosecution experience to join its growing Patent Prosecution practice. Candidates are required to have a degree in computer science or experience working in computer science as well as strong academic credentials and excellent references. All candidates are required to be admitted to the USPTO.

Patent Prosecution Attorney – Law Firm – Seattle, Washington

February 28, 2020- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Seattle office of Han Santos, PLLC is seeking entry-level to mid-level patent prosecution associates to join its growing patent prosecution practice. Han Santos is a local law firm that offers a collegial work environment with opportunities to grow your legal skills and practice. Han Santos provides corporate, securities, IP procurement, and IP counseling services to clients ranging from small startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our compensation and benefits model is designed to attract and incentivize performers while offering an alternative to the high production commitment work environments of traditional law firms.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Seattle, Washington

February 20, 2020- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

What do you want from your legal career? Fulfilling work. Rewarding relationships. An opportunity to develop in areas about which you feel passionate. At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find a firm committed to helping you cultivate excellent legal skills and leadership with clients, colleagues, and your community. We offer a work environment where excellence can flourish and where teamwork, diversity, family life, and community involvement are all valued.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Reston, VA

February 17, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

H.C. Park & Associates, PLC is an innovative law firm that has been providing professional legal services in the areas of intellectual property and business law (corporations, contracts, and finance) to U.S. and international clients for over a decade. The firm is seeking a Patent Attorney to join its Reston, VA office.

Intellectual Property Attorney – Law Firm – Philadelphia, PA

February 12, 2020- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical

Volpe and Koenig, P.C., a full service IP law firm with a global reach, is expanding its electrical patent practice in order to meet our clients’ growing needs. We have more than 40 intellectual property attorneys, patent agents, and technical advisors practicing in all areas of technology. We serve a diverse roster of U.S. and foreign clients.

You will help clients better understand the continually changing IP legal landscape and offer proactive intellectual property guidance for growing, protecting, and enforcing valuable IP portfolios.

We will invest in your growing legal career as you invest in our clients by providing high quality legal services with a strong focus on customer service. We offer a competitive compensation structure, business development support, and dedicated staff support to enhance your practice. For experienced practitioners, we offer the flexibility to customize your work/life balance.

Responsibilities:

Preparation and prosecution of patent applications;
Preparation of claim charts to products and industry standards, demonstrating infringement and validity;
Conduct IP related due diligence;
Manage a large docket of domestic and foreign patent prosecution;
Develop portfolio strategies and effectively communicate with clients.

Skills and Experience:

At least a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or similar electrical/electronic related discipline;
JD and admission to practice before the US Patent Office;
3-5 years of Intellectual Property Law experience;
Excellent patent analysis ability;
Ability to interface independently with clients;
Strong technical experience in telecommunications and related industry standards;
Strong legal background.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits and salary package, including but not limited to:

Health, vision and dental benefits with employer contribution to individual and family monthly premiums;
Life insurance;
Short term disability insurance;
Long term disability insurance;
401(k) with match;
Discretionary bonuses;
Discounted corporate gym membership;
Casual Fridays and summer hours.

Volpe and Koenig, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact
If you are interested in enjoying the practice of law, you can inquire in confidence by emailing me at careers@vklaw.com Principals only. No recruiters please.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Philadelphia, PA

Patent and Trademark Attorneys / Agents – Large Law Firm – Flexible Location

February 10, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Opinion / Due Diligence, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klintworth & Rozenblat IP, a fourteen lawyer/agent top-notch IP law firm, is seeking highly-qualified, experienced patent and trademark attorneys and agents having a minimum of five years of experience and portable books of business of $350,000 or more. The firm offers high compensation, the ability to telecommute if desired, autonomy and flexibility, a stress-free environment, and collegiality. Further information regarding the firm can be found at the firm's website.

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Washington, D.C. (Remote/Flexible)

February 10, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fiala & Weaver P.L.L.C. is seeking full time and part time patent attorneys and agents to assist us with our growing practice. Opportunities are available primarily for preparation and prosecution work for a variety of clients in the electrical, electro-mechanical, software, and Internet technology areas. Persons with law firm experience and/or tech industry experience, as well as present and former Examiners, are all encouraged to apply. We offer excellent compensation and a relaxed work environment. Inquiries are treated in absolute confidence. Portable business is not required. Though we are based in Washington, D.C., Applicants may be remotely located.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – SE Asia

February 10, 2020- Asia, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Intellectual Property

Micron Technology, Inc. is a global leader in memory and storage solutions. The company seeks an experienced patent attorney to serve as Patent Counsel for the South East Asia region, reporting to Micron’s Director of Global Patent Development.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Gaithersburg, MD

February 6, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Edell, Shapiro & Finnan LLC, an established IP law firm, is seeking a patent attorney to join its Gaithersburg, MD office.