Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox, a leading intellectual property law firm located in Washington, DC, has immediate opportunities for experienced computer science and computer engineering IP professionals. Join a team that employs both the best and brightest technical and scientific minds. We are looking for motivated candidates with excellent credentials and one to four years of patent experience. Successful candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering. Experience in one or more of the following: advanced Web technologies, procedural and object-oriented programming, computer graphics, geographical information systems, data mining, wireless technologies, and/or operating systems is a plus. Strong legal and writing skills are required.
Position offers the chance for major responsibilities. Candidates who seek to work with companies on the cutting edge of their respective industries are encouraged to apply. Position entails direct client contact and all phases of patent practice. This will include patent preparation, prosecution, licensing, client counseling, and litigation. Competitive salary commensurate with experience and fully paid health benefits.
Byrne Poh LLPis a rapidly growing, but currently small boutique patent law firm located in New York, NY seeking associates and patent agents to join our practice. We are looking for talented and motivated attorneys and patent agents that will work closely with our attorneys in the preparation of all documents related to US and foreign patent applications for our clients. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, colleges and universities, and high-tech startups. While no prior experience in patent law is required, the applicant must have a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and must be able to sit for the patent bar.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a comfortable work environment. For more information on the firm, please visit http://www.byrnepoh.com.
Requirements: Please indicate your GPA on your resume or cover letter and provide us with a copy of your transcript if currently available (if not, one will be required before an interview is scheduled).
The ideal candidate will also have taken the patent bar or a patent bar review course. However, a talented applicant that plans on becoming a registered patent agent will also be considered.
This is a full-time position. No part-time position will be considered.
Contact:
Please send your resume, transcript, and salary requirements to hiring@byrnepoh.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: New York, New York
Plumsea Law Group, LLC, a patent prosecution and counseling firm is searching for a patent attorney with a mechanical engineering or physics background. A minimum of 5 years of patent prosecution experience (PTO and/or private practice) to join the team. Excellent writing skills, organized, finely developed sense of patentable subject matter, and attention to detail are required. Almost all work is from domestic clients, must have drafted a minimum of 30 original patent applications from scratch. Flexible, collegial work atmosphere with focus on excellent work product.
Compensation: Generous percentage-based formula and full benefits package.
Vierra Magen Marcus LLP, a nationally ranked boutique intellectual property law firm, is seeking motivated patent associates or patent agents with 1+ years patent prosecution experience with EE and/or CS degrees.
Firm Atmosphere: Vierra Magen was founded with the principles of providing top notch legal service to its large client base, while at the same time providing a friendly, collegial and relaxed environment for its attorneys, agents and staff. We remain true to these principals as we continue to grow. The firm has been ranked as the top boutique IP law firm in the nation by IP TodayTM.
Compensation: We provide a competitive base salary and benefits package. Our policy is to reward those reaching or exceeding the requested annual billed hours with a bonus, above and beyond the base salary. The bonus is based on a straight percentage of collected billings. Our attorneys choose their own balance between work and social life. Though by no means expected, those choosing to work “big firm" hours will be rewarded with net compensations schemes competitive with or exceeding those of big firms.
Firm Clients: Our clients include some of the largest and most technology-driven companies in the world, including Microsoft Corporation, Sandisk Corporation and Computer Associates, as well as a wide variety of smaller businesses and start-ups. These clients have come to rely on us for our detailed personal attention to their IP needs and our unsurpassed technical expertise. Each attorney at Vierra Magen is given close and direct client contact, including meeting with inventors and management, and working directly with inventors to prepare and file patent applications.
Mentoring: At Vierra Magen, we understand the importance of training and feedback. The firm provides each attorney with ample supervision, education and review of their work product to ensure development in the fundamentals and subtleties of patent practice.
Offices: Our offices are in the world-class Market Center buildings in the heart of downtown San Francisco, with views of the San Francisco Bay, Transamerica Building and financial district.
Contact: If you are interested in speaking with us about a position at Vierra Magen, please send your resume to: Hiring Partner, Vierra Magen Marcus & DeNiro LLP, 575 Market Street, Suite 3750, or email hiringpartner [at] vierramagen.com
Please, only those with patent prosecution experience in electronics and computer software need apply.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: San Francisco, California
Juneau Partners IP Law Firmseeks one or more lateral patent attorneys to join our growing practice. Position requires you have your own book of business and a desire to have a bit more control over your life.
Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP, a full-service Dallas firm, seeks intellectual property attorney having 2-4 years of patent and trademark prosecution, litigation and transaction experience. Ideal applicants will have graduated in the top 25% of their law school classes. Applicants graduating in the top 50% of their class will be considered with extraordinary accomplishments including, by way of example: 1. Judicial Clerkships; 2. Law Review; and 3. Mock Trail/Moot Court.
Duties will include handling a variety of intellectual property-related matters, such as patent prosecution, trademark clearance and prosecution, intellectual property litigation and enforcement, drafting and negotiating intellectual property-related licenses and agreements, researching various issues, and counseling clients in a wide range of industries. Electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering or similar backgrounds preferred. Current membership in good standing of any US State Bar (preferably Texas) and license to practice before the USPTO is preferred. Knowledge of global trademark and patent laws and procedures, and experience with copyright, trade secret, software, e-commerce, and domain name matters is a plus.
Must be a self-starter who is highly motivated, versatile and adaptable with a good sense of humor and a desire to build a book of business. Must possess excellent writing, communication, interpersonal, client service, and organization skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. The position requires the ability to follow up, follow through, handle multiple projects simultaneously, assess shifting priorities, achieve solutions and solve problems under deadlines, and work both independently with minimal supervision and as an integral member of a team.
Dorsey & Whitney LLPis seeking a Patent associate with two to four years of experience for our Seattle office. This associate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of patent prosecution projects. Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collegial and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.
Two to four years of patent agent experience is required, and we strongly prefer USPTO admitted candidates who have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering. We will also consider candidates who have a B.S. in Engineering with a M.S. in Electrical Engineering, or a B.S. degree in Engineering with relevant technical Electrical Engineering work experience. Please note that we are not seeking candidates with a B.S. degree in Biology or Chemistry. Strong academic performance (top third of class) is required.
In addition to submitting your cover letter, resume and transcript with your application, please also submit a patent prosecution writing sample.
McNees Wallace & Nurick LLCis recruiting a Patent Agent for our Intellectual Property Group in Harrisburg, PA. Preference would be given to candidates with an advanced technical degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, and a desire to use those skills as a Patent Agent. Ideally, candidates would be registered with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office as a patent agent and would have at least two years experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications. Industry experience or experience as a patent examiner are a plus.
Contact: If you have superior academic credentials, very strong verbal/written communication skills, exceptional organizational skills, and an interest in solving technical problems, please forward your resume and clearly stated salary requirements to:
Kathi Lipinsky, Recruiting Coordinator McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC P.O. Box 1166 Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166 or klipinsky@mwn.com
Additional Info: Empoloyer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
ViaSat, Inc.is seeking a Patent Agent to work in their Carlsbad, California, offices.
Job Responsibilities: Enhancing communication all around the globe… Our customers range from Commercial to Government making us complex, yet flexible in meeting the world’s communication needs. Each group at ViaSat contributes to the launch of every satellite, how exciting is that?
As a Patent Agent you will utilize your legal expertise by supporting one or more business areas through working with in-house counsel, outside patent counsel, business area managers, technical leads, and inventors. You will prepare and prosecute patent applications, patent searching, and other activities in support of company’s patent portfolio.
Requirements: • USPTO registration • Ability to function in a dynamic team-oriented environment • Engineering experience in one or more of: optical systems, radio frequency electronics, satellite technology, computer networking/Internet, cloud computing, antennas, digital signal processing, information assurance • Bachelor’s degree in EE, CS or related field with relevant experience • Ability to travel up to 10% • U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residence status may be required for some projects in which case, verification of such status will be required upon accepting employment
This is a unique opportunity to work with challenging and fun technology in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will work at our beautiful Carlsbad Headquarters location situated only 5 minutes away from local beaches.
Drive your career to ViaSat where every day you know your expertise makes a difference to the company, your team and our customers! If you are excited by this opportunity, submit your resume. It only takes a few minutes and could start you on your new path to a fulfilling career at ViaSat.
Patent GCis seeking a senior patent attorney to join our team. Qualified candidates will have been practicing lawyers for 10+ years, and will have expeirence in both law firm and in-house settings. The candidate must have a computer science and/or electrical engineering background.
Withrow & Terranova, PLLC, an Intellectual Property Law Firm located in Cary, North Carolina in close proximity to Research Triangle Park, is seeking a highly qualified registered Patent Attorney or Patent Agent. Candidates that possess at least a Bachelor’s level degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering and 0-2 years of patent application preparation and prosecution experience are preferred. The successful candidate will assist in patent application preparation and prosecution, and other related IP matters. The successful candidate should also have a desire for substantial client interaction and involvement in key IP tasks and growth opportunities.
Contact: To inquire, please send your resume and writing sample to: recruiting@wt-ip.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Cary, North Carolina
Withrow & Terranova, PLLC is a mid-size patent boutique with a focus on electronic, telecommunication, semiconductor, software, biomedical, and mechanical technologies. Our clients range from industry leading Fortune 500 companies to the nation’s top research universities to promising startup companies. We are located in close proximity to Research Triangle Park and serve clients throughout the United States and the world. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.wt-ip.com.
PATENT LAW GROUP: Atkins & Associates, P.C., located in Tempe, Arizona is looking for patent attorney to join busy intellectual property practice in the technical areas of semiconductors, electronics, mechanical, optics, computer hardware and software, etc., for a wide variety of clients. Duties and responsibilities include taking inventor disclosures, preparation of patent and trademark applications, responding to office actions in US and foreign applications, patent and trademark searching, infringement and validity opinions, licensing and litigation support.
• Electrical Engineering degree • Technical experience preferred • Registered to practice before the USPTO • 3-5 years of RECENT CONSECUTIVE experience in patent and trademark prosecution • Licensed to practice in Arizona
Duties will include taking inventor disclosures, preparation of patent and trademark applications, responding to office actions in US and foreign applications, patent and trademark searching, infringement and validity opinions, licensing and litigation support.
U.S. patent law firm with branch office in Taipei, Taiwan seeking an entry- to mid-level patent agent or engineer to handle US prosecution work at local office in Taipei. Required: electrical engineering degree, preferably with emphasis in circuit design, strong analytical and English written communication skills. USPTO agent registration desirable but not required. Note: you must provide your own eligibility to remain in Taiwan (the firm will NOT sponsor Taiwan employment visas).
Marger Johnson McCollom, P.C., a Portland, Oregon, Full-service IP boutique, seeks a registered patent attorney with 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience in the electrical/computer/software technical areas. B.S. electrical engineering, computer science, or physics strongly preferred. Experience in analog circuit design or analysis a plus.
Contact: Send letter/resume/transcripts to: Recruiting Coordinator at recruiting@techlaw.com. No agencies please.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Portland, Oregon
Fahmi Sellers Embert & Davitz, a boutique law firm focusing on patent prosecution and IPR practice. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years experience with patent prosecution in the electrical and/or computer science arts and a degree in electrical engineering, software engineering, computer science, or a related field.
Strong analytical and written communication skills as well as the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are required.
Toler Law Group is seeking a patent attorney with 3+ years experience and a degree in electrical engineering. We provide sophisticated IP services to some of the world's most sophisticated technology companies, many of whom are the amongst the nation's top producers of patents. We work in the areas of electrical engineering and computer-related technology, telecommunications, aerospace and business methods amongst others. As part of our team, you will provide strategic prosecution, offensive and defensive analysis and opinions to help our clients position themselves and their IP portfolios in the global marketplace.
Contact: For confidential consideration, please submit your resume, writing samples, academic transcripts, and list of references to resumes@tlgiplaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Austin, Texas
Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLPseeks motivated candidates to join our team. Applicants must have a strong interest in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution to assist in the drafting and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Graduate degree desired, but not necessary. Candidates must have superior technical writing skills. If you are forward focused and ready for a challenge, apply online. EOE/AA
The Intellectual Property group at Sutherland LLP group is seeking an Associate or Patent Agent experienced in patent preparation/ prosecution. Candidates should be members of the Patent Bar and have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or an associated discipline. Relevant technological experience with business methods, software, and/ or communications-related technologies is preferred. Excellent academics are required.
Hewlett-Packard Company has an opening for a Patent Analysis Director. Within HP’s Intellectual Property Section, the Director of Patent Analysis leads a diverse team to provide patent analysis and technical support for HP's various intellectual property functions. This requires the Director of Patent Analysis to be well-versed in modern techniques for efficiently searching, classifying, characterizing, and analyzing patent information in support of various functions. These functions, include, for example, patent cross licensing, open source licensing, standards licensing, patent sales, technology transfer, and the like.
Responsibilities: • Serve as a manager in HP’s Patent Development and Analysis group, overseeing skilled technologists in providing patent analysis support for strategic HP initiatives • Lead, manage, and grow HP’s patent analysis team • Coordinate with other IP Section leaders to ensure proper project staffing • Developing team goals and managing team to efficiently meet these goals in support of business needs • Develop and maintain strong, professional lines of communication with IP Section executives in areas of Patent Development, Patent Licensing, and IP Transactions to effectively meet associated patent analysis needs • Provide effective coaching and talent development of individual contributors on team • Exercise sound judgment to determine appropriate methods and resources for accomplishing achieving objectives
Qualifications: • Expertise using patent search/analysis tools and commercial patent databases • Significant experience in evaluating large sets of patents efficiently • At least 5 years of experience in patent analysis • Experience interfacing with product tear-down information providers • Ability to work in a team environment with patent attorneys, technologists, and business development professionals • Management experience or strong aptitude for people and project management • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal • Experience working with patent claim charts • A technical degree in one of the following: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or comparable. Prefer background in: cloud computing, data analytics, security, and networking • Prefer familiarity with open source and standards licensing issues • Prefer prior exposure with patent valuation techniques • Patent agent, MBA, or JD backgrounds may be useful, but are not required
Contact: Apply via HP’s website at http://www.jobs.hp.com (Search for "Patent Analysis Director" or "1136753").
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Locations: Herndon, VA; Palo Alto, CA; Houston, TX; Boise, ID
About Hewlett-Packard HP 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, HP has continuously reinvented itself. Today, HP is the world's largest technology company, provides printing and personal computing products and IT services, software and solutions that simplify the technology experience for consumers and businesses. HP is a $120+ Billion/year company with over 300,000 employees. HP had over 1,350 U.S. patents granted in 2011.
Hewlett-Packard has an impressive benefits package. HP’s total compensation package is competitive and is commensurate with experience. Hewlett-Packard Company is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to affirmative action and work force diversity.
Rosenbaum IP, P.C.is seeking a shareholder-level patent attorney. Position requires a minimum of 10 years patent prosecution, IP counseling, opinion work, IP litigation and licensing experience. A portable book of business is required. Candidate will preferably have experience in one or more of the following technologies: medical devices, material science, biomedical engineering, diagnostics, biotechnology, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, semiconductor processing and/or business methods and software applications, particularly pertaining to Internet commerce.
Ideal candidate will also assume shareholder level responsibilities for business development, marketing and firm committee activities.
Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox, a leading intellectual property law firm located in Washington, DC, has immediate opportunities for experienced computer science and computer engineering IP professionals. Join a team that employs both the best and brightest technical and scientific minds.
