Patent Associate – Law Firm – Tucson, Ariz. or Manchester, N.H.

April 18, 2016- US - Northeast, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Grossman, Tucker, Perreault & Pfleger, PLLC seeks a patent attorney associate to join our growing practice to work in our beautiful Tucson, Arizona or our Manchester, New Hampshire offices. A generous relocation package is available.

Internal IP Counsel – Small Corporation – Palo Alto, Calif.

April 16, 2016- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Luminar Technologies is seeking an Internal IP Counsel. Patent Attorney will play an integral role in guiding the growth of the Company’s patent and other Intellectual Property (IP) portfolios. The Patent Attorney will partner with Luminar’s business divisions and work with technologists to identify and document inventions, lead committee reviews of internal invention disclosures, perform patentability evaluations, define patent preparation and prosecution strategies, and manage outside counsel.

Patent Attorney – Small Firm – Hartford, Conn.

April 12, 2016- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Alix, Yale & Ristas, LLP is a Hartford, Connecticut, intellectual property boutique seeking an entry-level or lateral Patent Attorney.

Patent Prosecution Associates and Patent Agents/Engineers – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

April 7, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking skilled Electrical IP Patent Prosecution Associates and Patent Agents/Engineers for our D.C. office.

Our Associates prepare patentability searches, patent applications for filing with the USPTO, draft Office Action responses, and partner with firm colleagues and client representatives regarding an array of new and exciting technologies. Our Engineers and Agents prepare patentability searches, patent applications for filing with the USPTO, draft Office Action responses, and partner with firm colleagues and client representatives regarding an array of new and exciting technologies.

We are seeking Patent Prosecution Associates with an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, and preferably, 2+ years of patent prosecution experience. Admission to the Patent Bar is preferred, but not required. Candidates must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school, and be in good standing and an active member of the bar of the state in which they are admitted to practice.

We are seeking Patent Agents/Engineers with an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering. Patent prosecution experience is required, and admission to the Patent Bar is preferred, but not required. Candidates must have 2+ years of work experience, but no legal background is necessary. Training may be available.

Candidates must excel in a team environment and be a highly motivated self-starter with excellent business judgment, outstanding written communication skills, and the flexibility to thrive (and have fun!) in a fast-paced professional environment.

To be considered, a candidate must possess strong academic credentials. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and their transcripts. Writing samples can be diverse, and may include a recent university-level paper demonstrating technical writing skills, or an IP document which demonstrates legal and technical writing skills or a persuasive argument.

These are exceptional opportunities to join a growing Electrical and Computer Science IP team with a national and international client base. Founded in 1848, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has provided intellectual property services to clients for more than 100 years and has over 100 professionals.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Contact
Please apply at http://www.michaelbest.com/careers.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Washington, D.C.

Chief Patent Counsel and Legal Team Director – Large Corporation – Beijing, China

April 7, 2016- Asia, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

BOE, a multi-billion-dollar tech company based in Beijing, seeks mandarin-speaking patent attorneys with patent litigation/licensing experience and technical background in Electronics, Internet of Things, Big Data, or Biomedical areas to fill two positions.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Indianapolis, Ind.

March 31, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

logo Faegre Baker Daniels seeks a mid-level attorney to join the patent prosecution practice in our Indianapolis office of our thriving Intellectual Property Practice Group. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base.

Patent Prosecution Agent/Associate – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill.

March 31, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Chicago office of Perkins Coie is seeking a patent prosecution associate or patent agent with one to three years of prosecution experience to join its growing patent prosecution practice. Candidates must have a degree in electrical engineering, strong academic credentials and excellent references. All candidates must be admitted to the USPTO.

Associate – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

March 30, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kennedy Lenart Spraggins LLP has an opening for a registered U.S. patent attorney to join our growing patent practice as a full-time associate. The opening is for our office in Austin, Texas . 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. Patent preparation and prosecution experience is preferable.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

March 30, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE) has an opening for a Patent Counsel. Preferred locations for this position are Herndon, VA; Portland, OR; Berkeley Heights, NJ; Chicago, IL; Plano, TX; Houston, TX.

The Patent Development Group in HPE’s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) manages one of the largest patent portfolios in the world. Our portfolio covers a wide range of technologies including servers, storage, networking, enterprise software, enterprise services, and technologies originating in HPE Labs. The successful candidate for the Patent Counsel position will support the Patent Development Group's efforts to build and maintain a high quality patent portfolio that furthers the goals of HPE's dynamic business. More specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for personally drafting and prosecuting strategic, high quality patent applications, while supporting the department in a number of other activities critical for its success.

This unique opportunity will offer significant promotional and rotational opportunities throughout the OGC and the chance to build a career with HPE as an IP attorney. Successful candidates begin their careers in the Patent Development group and personally design their career path based on their goals and interests. Future roles can include patent portfolio management in Patent Development, rotations to IP Transactions & Counseling or IP Sales & Licensing, and Director or VP level leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate's responsibilities in the Patent Counsel role are expected to include the following:Managing patent applications throughout the patent lifecycle by working directly with HPE's inventor community, personally drafting and prosecuting high quality patent applications for strategically important inventions, and interacting with worldwide patent offices to secure valuable patent coverage
Actively participating in HPE's invention disclosure review process to help ensure that HPE's best inventions are identified and patented
Analyzing pending patent applications to determine their value to HPE and to formulate a global filing strategy
Assisting patent portfolio managers with analysis of HPE's patent portfolio, including preparation of claim charts
Collaborating with engineers in invention mining sessions, patent scrubs, and patent education sessions
Actively engaging in training, knowledge sharing, and other career development opportunities to hone technical and legal abilities and prepare for promotional or rotational opportunities
Participating from time to time as a member of a cross functional team to provide support in licensing, litigation, or other matters

The successful candidate is expected to possess the following qualifications and abilities:

A B.S. degree and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science
A J.D. degree from an accredited university and admission to a state bar
Admission to practice before the USPTO
1 to 7 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications
Strong academic credentials
Preference for candidates who have personally drafted at least 10 patent applications
Ability to work with clients in a team-oriented partnership to help them arrive at elegant solutions to their problems
Flexibility to accept new and different challenges in a fast paced, high-tech environment
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
A positive attitude, creative spirit, passion for IP law, and strong motivation to excel

Contact
Please attach a resume, cover letter, and a recent writing sample, such as a published patent application and/or published Office Action response. Submit applications: https://hpe.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=1533234&lang=en#.VvwGKFvqSZ0.mailto.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Herndon, VA; Portland, OR; Berkeley Heights, NJ; Chicago, IL; Plano, TX; Houston, TX

HPE is an innovative, dynamic company with a rich past and a promising future. Started in a Palo Alto garage by Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard as a company that made audio frequency oscillators, HPE has continuously reinvented itself. Today, HPE is one of the world's leading technology companies and provides hardware, software, and services for the next generation of information technology.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa.

March 25, 2016- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Volpe and Koenig, P.C., a Center City Philadelphia Intellectual Property law firm has an opening in its electrical department for an electrical engineer and/or computer science attorney with at least three years of intellectual property experience.

IP Associate – Law Firm – Boston, Mass.

March 25, 2016- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough is seeking an IP Associate to join its growing intellectual property group in its Boston office. The candidate will work directly with attorneys and patent agents on IP matters for leading high-tech companies and start-ups. A background in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering is required. All candidates should have excellent academic credentials and strong writing, analytical and communications skills. 2 to 4 years of patent prosecution experience required. Massachusetts Bar admission and USPTO admission preferred

IP Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

March 24, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Thompson Hine LLP seeks an associate to join its Intellectual Property practice group. Applicants should have at least two years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, preferably in a law firm, and be registered to practice before the USPTO. The ideal candidate will possess an electrical engineering, physics or computer science undergraduate degree. Candidates currently licensed to practice in Ohio are preferred. A superior academic record, strong work ethic, and excellent research and writing skills are required. This position may be based in our Cincinnati, Dayton, Cleveland or Columbus office.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – San Jose, Calif.

March 19, 2016- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Synaptics is seeking a Patent Attorney who will play an integral role in guiding the growth of Synaptics’ patent and other Intellectual Property (IP) portfolios. The Patent Attorney will partner with Synaptics’ business divisions and work with technologists to identify and document inventions, lead committee reviews of internal invention disclosures, perform patentability evaluations, define patent preparation and prosecution strategies, and manage outside counsel.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Allentown, Pa.

March 19, 2016- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Design IP, a small intellectual property law firm located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, seeks a patent attorney or agent to join our thriving practice.

To be successful in this position, the attorney/agent will need the skills and experience to independently prepare patent applications, analyze Office Actions, and handle Office Action responses. 2+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience under the supervision of an experienced patent practitioner is required. A degree in a chemical engineering or electrical engineering is a plus but applicants with all technical backgrounds will be considered.

We have a robust practice that includes a wide range of technical disciplines and a diverse client base, ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 companies. Although patent preparation and prosecution will be an area of emphasis for this position, there will be opportunities to work in nearly all areas of intellectual property law, including trademark preparation and prosecution, IP opinions and agreements, IP transactions, and IP litigation.

Our patent professionals choose their own work/life balance. Our minimum billing expectation for full time attorneys/agents is 1500 hours per year, and we welcome experienced attorneys or agents who prefer a flexible or part-time schedule. We are open to professionals who prefer to work remotely for a portion of his/her normal weekly schedule. Base salaries are based on expected billings and bonuses are paid on a percentage basis for additional billings. We offer benefits including retirement, health insurance and disability.

We also offer the lifestyle benefits of the Lehigh Valley, including short commute times (less than 15 minutes for most of our staff), reasonable cost of living, excellent public and parochial schools, close proximity to Philadelphia, New York and Washington, DC, and minor league hockey and baseball teams. This is a great place to live and raise a family.

Contact
When applying to this position, please include a cover letter, resume and writing samples. Writing samples must include at least two patent applications for which you drafted the specification and claims and a substantive Office action response. A legal brief (such as a motion for summary judgment) would also be helpful. Apply to recruiting@designip.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Los Angeles, Calif.

March 15, 2016- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Morrison & Foerster LLP has an urgent need for a Patent Prosecution Agent in the Los Angeles Office.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Cary, N.C.

March 15, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Withrow & Terranova, PLLC, a mid-size patent boutique law firm located in beautiful Cary, North Carolina and next to Research Triangle Park, Durham, NC, is seeking a highly qualified Patent Attorney who possesses at least a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering. An exceptionally strong technical background or aptitude in the computer-related arts is required, with software development experience a must and knowledge of electrical circuits being preferred. The position involves assistance in patent application preparation and prosecution, client counseling, opinion work, and other related IP matters for some of the world’s leading high technology companies and research universities. The candidate should ideally possess 1-4 years of patent application preparation and prosecution experience.

Sr. Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

March 15, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

J. Fish Law, PLLC, a Patent Boutique located in Minneapolis, MN has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Patent Attorney. J. Fish Law is looking for a highly capable Senior Associate or Partner Level Patent Attorney with experience in one or more of the following areas: telecommunications, signal processing, multimedia coding, memory devices, or integrated circuits. Applicants must have 5+ years of experience in patent prosecution and/or patent litigation, a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Physics from a Top Engineering School, and a J.D. from a Top Law School.

Patent Attorney/Agent/Technical Specialist – Law Firm – Remote/Telecommuting

March 12, 2016Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

DiBerardino McGovern IP Group LLC (DMIP Group) is seeking a Patent Attorney, Patent Agent, or Technical Specialist with 1-3 years of experience to join our team. The position will involve all aspects of patent prosecution and counseling, including a substantial amount of patent application drafting. We offer a competitive salary, flexible working hours, 401k plan, a friendly environment, and the opportunity to work remotely from any location in the United States.

Intellectual Property Officer – University of Maryland Baltimore – Baltimore, Md.

March 10, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Educational, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

The Office of Research and Development at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is currently seeking an Intellectual Property Officer to join the Technology Transfer team. The Intellectual Property Officer maintains and grows the University’s intellectual property portfolio, with particular emphasis on patent application preparation and prosecution to obtain patents for inventions and discoveries that have potential market value. The position evaluates scientific invention disclosures and conducts research, analysis and documentation of related patents, and writes patent applications. The IP Officer functions as part of interdisciplinary team that assures the University optimizes and protects its intellectual property assets. Fosters and promotes relationships between faculty researchers and Technology Commercialization.

Essential Functions

Prepares and drafts patent applications, including detailed descriptions of the technology, for submission in compliance with U.S. patent law. Evaluates invention disclosures and advises management for patentability and/or commercial viability.
Collaboratively interacts with University researchers to obtain new invention disclosures, draft patent applications, and provide general education in the patent process.
Advance patents through federal agency's examination process to ensure approval. Research reasons for rejection if application is denied. Work with internal departments to make changes necessary to receive patents.
Researches and documents scientific and patent law rationale for UMB inventions. Keeps abreast of policy and practice changes, and implements changes as necessary.
Interfaces with technology offices at the University and corporate research partners.
Perform other related duties as assigned such as assisting attorneys with patent license negotiations.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Master’s degree in a Life Science or Engineering field, OR Bachelor’s degree in a Life Science or Engineering field AND a degree in law (JD).

Experience:

Two years’ experience working with patent law and intellectual property, preferably in engineering or life science fields.

Preferred:

Registration with the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) strongly preferred. Education and experience in chemistry preferred.

Other:

Financial disclosure is required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of moderately complex project science to meet the agreement needs of the University and third-party sponsors. Knowledge of relevant federal, state, local and relevant campus laws, regulations and programs/policies. Able to perform position in compliance with all requirements, regulations, and laws. Knowledge of new technologies; ability to recognize emerging trends. Ability to apply knowledge broadly; uses specialized knowledge and communications skills to simplify the complex.
Ability to maintain high standards with the work being performed and maintain awareness with trends and influences. Assumes personal responsibility for all outcomes; makes effective and timely decisions; and learns how to effectively use technology.
Strategic and analytical reasoning skills with ability to apply sound judgment in solving problems. Ability to prioritize ongoing and new projects and meet deadlines. Skill in continuously seeking improvement in the quality of services and processes. Ability to develop new perspectives and make reasoned arguments for an alternative course of action. Skill in proposing changes with diplomacy and tact; shows respect for the work and opinions of others.
Excellent oral/written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Makes effective use of questions; uses communication skill to achieve credibility. Interprets and understands written information and is able to listen attentively to verbal and non-verbal cues that lead to a deeper understanding.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and demonstrates professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior when interacting with others. Capable of interacting pleasantly and positively with other to meet customer expectations, and provide follow up with customers.

Hiring Range: Commensurate with education and experience

If accommodations are needed for a disability, please contact Staffing & Career Services at 410-706-7171, Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm EST. Maryland Relay can be accessed by dialing 711 (in-state) or 1-800-735-2258.

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://umb.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=1600006A&lang=en.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Charlotte, N.C.

March 7, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Oliff PLC, a full service IP Law Firm in Charlotte, NC is seeking Patent Attorneys or Agents with a background in electrical engineering and computer science, or closely related fields. Applicants must have a minimum of two years solid patent prosecution experience in a law firm; some experience drafting patent applications is preferred. Positions involve all aspects of patent prosecution, with opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility and movement into other areas of our IP practice. Competitive salary and benefits package.