The Ware Firm, 
a small, dynamic, Dallas IP firm, is seeking a candidate with a strong technical background (EE, Physics, or equivalent) and prior experience within industry (e.g., telecommunications, computer industry, or as a patent examiner). It is not necessary to have a JD to apply; our ideal candidate would have significant technical expertise and have experience as a patent agent. Job duties include performing novelty, patentability, validity and infringement analysis as well as light portfolio management and occasional patent prosecution. Solid written and oral communication skills are required.
Sr. Patent Engineer – Large Corporation – Huntington Beach, Calif.
Cleveland Golf / Srixon is seeking a senior patent engineer to work in its Huntington Beach, California offices.
Summary:
• Use mechanical-engineering skills as well as knowledge of patent laws and regulations to in furtherance of the Company’s objective of creating commercially successful golf products
• Assist in the design or redesign of future products taking into consideration engineering and patent-related constraints
• Help develop the Company’s intellectual property portfolio by assisting patent preparation and prosecution activities
• Identify infringement of Company patents
Essential Functions:
• Routinely attend engineering-design meetings and interface with product-design and development engineers to identify and resolve patent-related issues
• Oversee or perform novelty, patentability, validity, and product clearance searches
• Analyze patent-search results vis-à-vis corresponding products to assess freedom to produce and/or patentability
• Assist in the preparation of utility and design patent applications
Special Skills Required:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• At least four years of Patent Engineering experience directly related to golf equipment
• Familiarity with laboratory procedures and associated instruments for testing golf equipment
• Familiarity with US, Japanese, and International patent-classification systems
• Advanced searching ability using the JPO Industrial Property Digital Library (IPDL), USPTO PatFT & AppFT, as well as EPO Esp@cenet, Delphion and NERAC databases.
• At least two years of Mechanical Design experience using solid modeling applications and reverse-engineering techniques
• Previous experience as a Patent Examiner in the art of Mechanical Engineering
• Successful completion of the USPTO Patent Agent Registration Examination
Equipment Used:
• Computer
• Basic office and filing equipment
• Instruments for testing golf equipment (e.g., COR and MOI machines)
• Precision-measurement instruments
Contact:
Apply by emailing us at: humanresources@clevelandgolf.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Huntington Beach, California
IP Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Phoenix, Ariz.
ON Semiconductor 
is seeking a Patent Administration/IP Attorney to direct the corporate generation of patents and other intellectual property; translate ideas (disclosures) into assets (patents, etc.), and in particular will be responsible for:
• Developing and implementing evolving strategy and direction for companywide patent filings/acquisitions to reflect new market and product ‘landscape’ of the company,
• Coordinating and participating in worldwide patent committees (providing training for inventors) as well as moving the management of ON’s invention disclosure and filing process to a full electronic system,
• Overseeing internal docketing and IP prosecution function, and managing external attorney relationships and coordinating the case workload, as well as prosecuting selected inventions through USPTO,
• Conducting searches relating to patentability, validity, freedom-to-operate and infringement,
• Supporting patent landscape studies to identify trends and relationships in various technology fields, deliver competitive intelligence and identify potential research, patenting and licensing opportunities.
Position reports to the VP & Chief IP Counsel and is located in Phoenix, Arizona with other members of the IP section of the Corporate Law Department.
• Electrical engineering or physics degree and a strong technical background, preferably in the semiconductor industry, required.
• Related semiconductor industry engineering experience is a plus.
• Proven ability to demonstrate flexibility and be able to handle a variety of intellectual property law matters and be able to communicate effectively with engineers/inventors on a technical level.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, a strong team player and a ‘self-starter’, along with a confident work ethic are key components to success.
Education and Years of Experience:
J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school. Candidate must be a member of a state bar and must also be admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office with 5-7 years of experience as a patent attorney and a strong background in patent prosecution. Candidate must also have an electrical engineering or physics degree with some years of experience in the technical field.
Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://tinyurl.com/3cbslw2.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Fort Wayne, Ind.
Baker & Daniels, LLP in Fort Wayne has a position open for an IP associate. Candidates should possess excellent academic credentials with a preferred undergraduate degree in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Physics or Chemistry and up to four years of experience in prosecuting patent applications in the fields of electrical or mechanical engineering. Practice includes all phases of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. Competitive salary and unlimited potential for professional growth.
Contact:
Send resume in confidence to:
Julie Kyler, Business Manager
Baker & Daniels LLP
111 East Wayne Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
or e-mail to julie.kyler@bakerd.com
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Patent Agent – Law Firm – New York, N.Y.
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP 
is a full-service law firm with more than 600 attorneys in locations across the United States and an affiliate in London. We strive to be a firm of first choice for clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services nationally and globally.
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is seeking a patent agent in the electric arts. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering with 7 or more years experience in industry as a hardware, software, and/or communications engineer. The candidate should also be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office for several years. During that time, the candidate should have thourough experience with drafting new applications and prosecuting applications in the U.S. and overseas in the areas of graphical display, gaming architecture, computer architecture, communications, and business methods.
Contact:
Apply by emailing the firm at: nyc.hr@kattenlaw.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: New York, New York
Attorney/Agent/Engineer – Law Firm – Austin, Texas
Meyertons, Hood, Kivlin, Kowert & Goetzel, P.C. is seeking patent attorneys, agents, and software and computer engineers who are interested in a career in patents as Associates, Patent Agents and/or Technical Advisors. Experience with the patent system is preferred, but not required.
Candidates must have a solid technical background and the ability to quickly learn new technology. A degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering is required. We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas: software application development, computer graphics, image processing, Internet applications, object-oriented programming, web-based e-commerce design, microprocessor architecture, graphics processor architecture, computer architecture, design verification, and circuit layout. Candidates must have excellent English communications skills, including strong writing ability.
We offer competitive salaries and incentive bonuses. Insurance benefits, 401(k) and a profit sharing plan are also included. Most importantly, we offer a challenging and exciting career opportunity that includes continued exposure to a wide variety of leading-edge technologies.
Contact:
Please submit resume, writing sample and college transcripts in confidence to Beth Niyogi, H.R./Administrative Manager, 1120 S. Capital of Texas Highway, Building 2, Suite 300, Austin, Texas 78746, (fax) 512-853-8801, (email) hr@intprop.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Austin, Texas
Principal Technology Advisor, Licensing – Small Corporation – Ottawa, On.
Pachira 
provides patent owners with licensing programs that generate maximum financial return with minimum risk for its clients involved with semiconductor and electronics engineering for which there is U.S. patent protection.
As a member of our Licensing team, our Principal Technology Advisor will be responsible for the technical support for our client’s patents when developing technology infringement cases. Working closely with our team, this role will continue to provide technical support for any of our clients’ follow-on licensing or litigation programs.
The Challenge
• Review clients’ portfolio of patents and assemble the technical arguments for building infringement cases
• Working closely with the Licensing team, prepare analysis documentation and assist with the presentation to our clients
• Manage relationship with external engineering resources; tracking spend relative to assigned budget
• Prepare and present technical arguments with litigation partners and assist with the ongoing technical support as required
• Track and report on the licensing team’s performance metrics
Your Expertise
• Minimum 10 years experience in an engineering environment, with a Masters or Bachelor degree in Engineering
• Knowledge and experience with a variety of technology areas, including: software, systems, semiconductor or micro-electronics
• Patent Agent or demonstrated experience working with patent litigations and/or licensing
• Proven ability to work with minimum supervision to achieve results
You have strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills coupled with the ability to work in a dynamic team environment. You have a keen interest in many technology areas with a desire to research and learn.
Contact:
Apply by emailing Pachira at: hr@pachira.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Partner – Law Firm – Ann Arbor, Mich.
Gifford, Krass, Anderson, Sprinkle & Citkowski, P.C. 
is seeking a partner for its Ann Arbor, MI office. Ideal candidates are mature, experienced patent attorneys, with a patent prosecution or mixed IP practice, looking for a low-key, positive atmosphere. Other desirable qualities include a sense of humor and interests in walking/biking to work, University culture and snow. Bring your portable book and technical expertise in any area.
Gifford, Krass, Anderson, Sprinkle & Citkowski, P.C has provided clients all over the world with high-quality, effective and efficient intellectual property legal services. Our firm has an atypical structure purposely organized to avoid a pyramidal hierarchy, with 15 shareholders, a few associates and a dedicated professional staff. Gifford Krass strongly advocates nondiscriminatory practices in hiring and promotion with regard to gender, race, disability, nationality, marital status, etc.
Contact:
Apply by contacting Julie Staple at jstaple@patlaw.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.
Morris & Kamlay LLP 
is an IP specialty firm seeking registered patent attorneys. An ideal candidate has a technology/science background and is local to the Washington D.C. area. We are an innovative law firm and candidates should be comfortable working in a highly interactive and collaborative environment. To learn more about our firm, please see our website at www.morriskamlay.com.
Contact:
Apply by emailing the firm at: careers@morriskamlay.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Washington, D.C.
Registered Patent Attorney – Mid-sized Corporation – Tinley Park, Ill.
Due to continued growth, 
PANDUIT has an immediate need for a Registered Patent Attorney with an electrical background at its Tinley Park, IL location. Responsibilities include all facets of intellectual property protection with initial emphasis on new product approval and U.S. and foreign patent prosecution.
What You’ll Need:
• Draft and edit patent applications and responses to office actions primarily in the electrical, optical, and computer software arts
• Review product designs; conduct patent searching and review references for new product approval and patentability analyses
• Occasional review and editing of agreements related to intellectual property
• Work with foreign associates to guide prosecution of foreign patent applications
Plus:
• BS degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Physics is required; JD required
• Must be a registered patent attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO)
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications is required; this experience must include electrical subject matter; experience with optical and software subject matter is a plus
• Current or eventual admission to the Illinois Bar
• A strong academic background with excellent interpersonal and writing skills; capability of understanding and clearly explaining engineers’ technical descriptions of product designs
• Willingness and ability to take initiative on a number of legal matters of varying complexity
• Law firm experience is a plus
Total Rewards:
• World Class Experience – Employment with the industry’s leading provider of network and electrical products for broad applications, system solutions and vertical markets, all within the context of a Unified Physical Infrastructure.
• Career Development – Encouragement to seek opportunities for continued career development through on-site training programs, tuition reimbursement for college pursuits and a wide range of off-site events like workshops, seminars, conferences and professional certification courses/exams.
• Enhanced Work Life – A professional, yet comfortable working environment that allows employees to balance their work and personal lives: employee assistance (resources and information on a variety of topics like health, travel, personal finance, leisure activities, etc.), wellness programs, flex-time schedules, recreational facilities/programs and an employee credit union.
• Total Rewards – A competitive compensation package that includes no-cost life insurance, medical and dental coverage and short/long term disability.
Connect with Panduit today and enjoy excellent healthcare benefits, 401(k), profit sharing, paid vacations and holidays, and advancement opportunities.
Contact:
Interested applicants should contact Fred Thompson at fvt@panduit.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Tinley Park, Illinois
Are you self-motivated? Ambitious? Driven to work for a market leader? Looking for a position with a global company distinguished by its significant investments in research and development, innovative technology solutions, award-winning customer service, commitment to environmental excellence and future vision? If this seems to describe you to a tee, PANDUIT is hoping to give you the chance of a lifetime.
PANDUIT is a world-class leader in providing flexible, end-to-end solutions for the physical infrastructure that drive operational and financial advantages, allowing enterprises to mitigate risk while heightening business agility.
Associate (Prosecution) – Law Firm – Woodbridge, N.J.
Gibson & Dernier LLP, 
an IP boutique in Woodbridge NJ, seeks a competent associate to assist in patent prosecution in the electrical, computer, and mechanical arts. A successful candidate will be a self-starter and have experience working directly with clients. The candidate must be a self-motivated, skilled professional and must be admitted to practice as an attorney or agent before the USPTO.
Contact:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and writing sample to info@gdiplaw.com. No telephone inquiries please. G&D is an equal opportunity employer.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Woodbridge, New Jersey
Junior Patent Attorney/Patent Agent – Law Firm – Boston, Mass.
Choate, Hall & Stewart 
is currently looking for an attorney or patent agent with an engineering background, preferably electrical but will consider mechanical engineers with broad technological experience, and at least two years of high tech patent prosecution experience. Must be registered with the US PTO. Preferred technology areas include medical devices, semiconductors, and optics, as well as an ability to cover basic mechanical devices and some software. Applicants should have an excellent academic record, top notch communication skills, and a creative and entrepreneurial perspective on IP.
Contact:
Apply by emailing the firm at: LegalRecruiting@choate.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Boston, Massachusets
Patent Agent – Law Firm – Phoenix, Ariz.
The Phoenix office of Greenberg Traurig seeks a Patent Agent with 1-3 years of experience. Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or equivalent is required. Industry experience in those fields a plus, but not necessary.
Must be licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and have excellent academic credentials. Greenberg Traurig is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact:
To learn more about our firm and the opportunities available in all our offices, please visit our web site at www.gtlaw.com. Send only qualified resumes to PHXHIRE@gtlaw.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Patent Partner – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill.
Beem Patent Law, 
a patent specialty firm in Chicago, Ill., seeks partner with values of service, ethics and development, with demonstrated ability to manage clients, associates and files, and having a following. Must have substantial experience, skill and interest in preparation and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications. Strong academic record, technical degree and USPTO registration required, engineering degree preferred.
Contact:
Apply by emailing the firm at: Recruiting@BeemLaw.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois
Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Herndon, Va.
Snyder, Clark, Lesch & Chung, LLP (SCLC), a growing intellectual property (IP) law firm, is seeking a patent attorney with an Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics background. The position offers a rare growth opportunity.
Responsibilities:
• Draft patent applications.
• Prosecute patent applications, both in the United States and internationally.
• Provide legal counsel regarding patentability of new products and technologies.
• Provide legal counsel regarding infringement and validity of patents.
• Keep current with case law and other legal developments.
Qualifications:
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to one state bar.
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Engineering with telecommunication technology experience.
• At least 2 years of recent experience in patent application drafting, as a patent attorney.
• Experience as a patent examiner at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office preferred but not required.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines.
Contact:
Apply by contacting the firm at: careers@snyderllp.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Herndon, Virginia
Patent Attorney/Agent – Small Corporation – Cupertino, Calif.
Ambature, 
an exciting start-up company in Cupertino, Calif., is seeking qualified Patent Attorneys and/or Patent Agents. We welcome applicants with expertise in drafting patent applications and working directly with engineers and scientists to identify and capture innovation in the Electrical/Physics/Materials Science arts.
The successful applicant will work with a team of patent professionals and engineers in building a large and innovative patent portfolio. Much of the initial work will involve the capture and drafting of patent applications across a wide range of different technologies.
Please apply if you are a self-motivated, self-directed person with a love of science and invention, and expertise in drafting patent applications.
Requirements:
• Degree in Materials Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• USPTO registration, State Bar registration preferred for Attorneys
• Experience in drafting patent applications, participating in invention workshops, and leading invention disclosure meetings.
• A strong technical background and an aptitude for working with researchers and engineers.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Ambature is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance, as well as 15 annual PTO days and 10 paid holidays.
Contact:
Please apply if you are interested in a joining a growing company with a plan to change the world: jobs@ambature.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Cupertino, California
Ambature was founded in 2007 for the purpose of developing technologies that can significantly improve the efficiency of electrical energy generation, distribution and usage. These technologies will have an impact on a broad range of electrical devices. The company intends to develop these technologies and license the intellectual property to other companies, as well as create partnerships in the development of innovative products that use these technologies.
Ambature's patent team is located in Cupertino, CA and Seattle, WA, with development sites in Flagstaff and Tempe, Arizona.
IP Attorney (Electrical and Mechanical) – Law Firm – Rockville, Md.
Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC, 
a mid-size Maryland IP law firm, seeks associates with backgrounds in electrical engineering or a similar degree and associates with backgrounds in mechanical engineering. Electrical candidates should have experience in wired (optical and electrical) and wireless networking technologies and equipment with 3+ years experience in patent application drafting and prosecution. Mechanical candidates should possess a degree in mechanical engineering, strong writing skills and have at least two years experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications and patent clearances in mechanical arts.
Candidates must have substantial experience drafting patent applications including conducting disclosure meetings with inventors. U.S. Patent Office experience or familiarity with the USPTO practice is desirable. Our firm provides a competitive compensation and benefits package with salaries commensurate with experience and ability and a pleasant work environment with a great work/life balance atmosphere.
Contact:
Send resume and transcripts to: dmr@usiplaw.com or Fax to 240-864-2490
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Rockville, Maryland
Junior Patent Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Silicon Valley (Mountain View, Calif.)
Fenwick & West LLP, 
a leading Northern California and Seattle law firm with a cutting edge, internationally recognized litigation practice, seeks a junior patent litigation associate with one to two years of litigation experience for our Mountain View, CA office. The ideal candidate must have either an Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree. Superior academic credentials, excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills a must.
Contact:
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and law school transcript to: recruit@fenwick.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Silicon Valley (Mountain View, California)
Associate IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Rockwell Collins 
has an immediate need for an Associate Intellectual Property Counsel (Principal Corporate IP Counsel) in Cedar Rapids, IA. This is a highly visible position. This position provides opportunity to interface with upper management, engineers and corporate leaders of various organizations throughout the Rockwell Collins Enterprise. These organizations identify, develop and transition technologies that drive growth in the communications, navigation, computing systems, information systems, RF and miniaturization technologies arenas.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepares or supervises the preparation and filing of patents and amendments.
• Provides legal advice and services to management regarding legal matters within the Intellectual Property area with some supervision.
• Responsible for assisting Chief IP counsel with developing and implementing corporate strategy related to Intellectual Property.
• Provides legal compliance training to management in areas of Intellectual Property and responsible for content of training modules.
• Manages or assists with routine litigation related to Intellectual Property.
• Performs IP due diligence in connection with acquisitions.
• Develops aspects of our Intellectual Property strategies and manages the implementation of those strategies.
• Periodically advises management on IP concerns involving transactions.
• Performs patent studies on assigned topics.
• Assists Corporate Development in patent licensing and counseling related thereto.
• Performs work on all phases of complex licensing matters.
Requirements:
• At least 4 years experience providing proactive legal advice and counseling to management regarding all aspects of intellectual property law for a corporation, preferably in the aerospace or electronics industry
• BS in engineering or equivalent technical degree preferred; 2-3 years hands on engineering experience a plus
• JD degree from ABA accredited school
• USPTO registration
• Thorough understanding of US patent practice, including at least 3 years experience primarily devoted to preparation and prosecution, preferably in a law firm
• Must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with outside counsel in support of patent preparation and prosecution
• Must be a self starter who is able to simultaneously support intellectual property concerns on multiple matters
• Must have effective and concise verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with FAR/DFAR provisions concerning interpretation and application of rights in technical data and computer software preferred
• Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline, and six years of related experience, or, in the absence of a bachelor's degree, twelve years of related experience.
Applicant must be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. US Citizenship is required.
Rockwell Collins is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse global culture that values teamwork, integrity, innovation, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to our customers.
Contact:
Apply by emailing Rita Sackett at rbsacket@rockwellcollins.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Advance your future in Corporate Law…
If you want to grow personally and professionally, we invite you to explore Rockwell Collins.
Established global, Fortune 500 aerospace company - Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a pioneer in the design, production and support of innovative solutions for our customers in aerospace and defense. Our expertise in avionics communication and electronics solutions is strengthened by our service and support network that spans 27 countries. Working together, our global team of 20,000 employees works to push the limits of technology. Motivated by the wants and needs of our customers, we strive to make the impossible possible ... the unthinkable, reachable.
IP Associate – Law Firm – Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland office of Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP is seeking an associate for its Intellectual Property Group. A qualified candidate should have an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, be admitted to practice before the USPTO, and have at least 3 years of experience practicing patent law. Knowledge and experience with electronics, digital devices (including PLCs), circuit protection, and computer software is important. Substantial patent preparation and prosecution experience is required, while experience drafting opinions and supporting patent litigation is highly desired.
Applicants should possess a strong academic record, superior writing and analytical skills, and the ability to work well with our diverse client base.
For more information about Benesch and our Intellectual Property team, please visit our website at http://www.beneschlaw.com. Be sure to check out our recruiting video and recruiting brochure under the Join Us section and read our recent news: Benesch received a Top Workplaces award from The Plain Dealer for the second year in a row.
Contact:
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript by email to Carrie Pachinger, Legal Recruiting Manager, cpachinger@beneschlaw.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Cleveland, Ohio