Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Va. or Telecommute

February 4, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Harrity & Harrity is looking for remote, full-time, or reduced hours patent professionals to prepare and/or prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies, including numerous Fortune 500 companies.

Senior Contract Patent Attorney – Small Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

January 31, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Levy & Grandinetti is seeking a Senior Contract Patent Attorney. Candidates must be able to submit a complete work product, in native English grammar and spelling, fully proofread, at least two weeks before the PTO deadline.

Intellectual Property Associate – Large Law Firm – Atlanta, Ga.

January 22, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP is now accepting resumes for a full-time IP / Patent Associate position in our Atlanta office with 3-5 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in not only patent prosecution matters, but also trademark matters, opposition and cancellation proceedings before the TTAB, agreement and licensing matters, and other IP-related activities. A degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or physical science is strongly preferred (but not required). Must be admitted to practice before the USPTO and the Georgia Bar (or committed to becoming a member of the Georgia Bar).

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

January 16, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

HP Inc.’s Patent Development Group is seeking a highly motivated patent attorney to join its legal team. In this role, Counsel will support the Patent Development Group's efforts to build and maintain a high quality patent portfolio that furthers the goals of HP'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. 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:

Drafting patent applications and office action responses.
Managing patent applications throughout the patent lifecycle by working directly with HP'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 HP's invention disclosure review process to help ensure that HP's best inventions are identified and patented
Analyzing pending patent applications to determine their value to HP and to formulate a global filing strategy
Assisting patent portfolio managers with analysis of HP'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

Education And Experience Required:

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
To apply, please visit this website: https://h30631.www3.hp.com/job/boise/patent-counsel/3544/9503540. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and a recent writing sample, such as a published patent application and/or published Office Action response.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Houston, Texas; Vancouver, Washington; or Boise, Idaho

Associate Patent Attorney – Small Law Firm – Plantation, Fla.

January 2, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Christopher & Weisberg, PA has a full time position available for patent bar eligible 3L (following graduation) or recent graduate (now) with BS and/or MS in the biomedical arts (esp. biomedical engineering -- not a BA in Biology). Device industry experience would be wonderful. Work will initially be patent prosecution related for medical devices. Over time, work will broaden into other areas of patent work to include litigation support, as well as trademark work. Also seeking candidate with BSEE and/or MSEE for communications related patent work.

Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Va. or Telecommute

January 2, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Software Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Greenville, S.C.

December 19, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dority & Manning, a full-service intellectual property firm, seeks registered patent attorneys and agents with two to six years of relevant software experience with degrees in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields.

Patent Attorney – Medium Law Firm – Louisville, Ken. (Updated)

December 17, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Middleton Reutlinger is seeking patent attorney or patent agent candidates having a background in mechanical engineering or electrical/computer engineering to:

Patent Attorney – Small Law Firm – Westborough, Mass.

November 27, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Bainwood, Huang & Associates seeks practitioner with experience in electrical, mechanical, and/or software arts. Qualified candidates are licensed to practice before the USPTO and have a minimum of 2 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Excellent writing and verbal reasoning skills are a must. Some industry experience is preferred. We require no book of business, although we support your efforts to continue serving your existing clients here.

Patent Attorney / Patent Agent – Small Law Firm – Telecommute

November 18, 2018- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

DiBerardino McGovern IP Group (DMIP Group) is seeking a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent with 1-3 years of experience to join our team. 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, a 401k plan, a friendly work environment, and a reasonable billable hours goal of 1,400 hours per year. DMIP Group is a virtual law firm, and we offer the opportunity to work remotely from any location in the United States.

Junior Mechanical Prosecution Attorney – Large Law Firm – Westfield, N.J.

November 12, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Lerner David (Westfield, NJ) seeks an Intellectual Property attorney with approximately two years’ experience for sophisticated patent prosecution and opinion practice. Mechanical engineering or similar background preferred. We are looking for a candidate with strong communication and investigational skills, as well as experience in prior art research, patent application drafting, prosecution and the analysis of invalidity and infringement issues. Experience with medical devices is a plus.

Patent Prosecutor – Small Law Firm – Remote

November 6, 2018- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Growing Midwest IP firm seeks a patent attorney or patent agent to primarily handle patent preparation and prosecution in the semiconductor related arts, including fabrication, design, and circuitry. Candidates will ideally have a degree in electrical engineering, as well as industry experience. Remote working arrangements and flexible hours will be considered. Exceptional compensation and benefits offered.

Senior IP Counsel – Small Corporation – Rockville, Md.

November 1, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Meso Scale Diagnostics, LLC is seeking a Senior IP Counsel.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and a current license to practice before a state bar is required.
Graduate degree in technical area, preferable in biotechnology or chemistry.
A minimum of 5 years of legal experience at either a law firm or an in-house position, preferably working with advanced biotechnology.
Admittance to practice before the U.S.P.T.O. is required.
Ability to travel when necessary (domestic and/or international).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide a high quality level of professional, cost effective, proactive and responsive legal services to internal clients in the area of intellectual property.
Manage the company’s patent portfolio, including soliciting and evaluating invention disclosures, conducting patentability investigations, filing, prosecuting, issuing and maintaining patent applications and patents domestically and internationally in coordination with and through managing outside counsel.
Where appropriate, enforce MSD’s intellectual property rights through investigation of competitors’ products and supporting negotiation of favorable intellectual property licenses and litigation.
Analyze third party claims alleging intellectual property infringement by MSD’s products or services, including conducting and/or managing infringement and validity investigations and supporting negotiation of favorable intellectual property licenses and defense of MSD in intellectual property litigation.
Provide support to legal transactional team by analyzing and commenting of IP terms of various agreements.
Provide legal advice on obtaining copyrights, protecting trade secrets and avoiding infringement of the copyrights and trade secrets of others.
Manage the trademark process at MSD, including the acquisition of trademarks, advising and training on mark selection and use, conducting right to use investigations, and filing, prosecuting, issuing and monitoring trademark applications and registrations in coordination with and through managing outside counsel.
Maintain up to date knowledge of the company’s technology.
Review company product literature, reports to customers and collaborators, and proposals to the government to ensure intellectual property in such disclosures is adequately protected.
Meet promised deadlines for rendering advice or preparing documents, and be available when called on by management and staff.
Proactively anticipate IP legal issues before they become problems by practicing preventive law and by early involvement.
Provide training and written guidelines on the acquisition and preservation of intellectual property rights.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://rew12.ultipro.com/MES1002/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=1239.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Rockville, Maryland

Patent Litigation/Post-Grant Associate – Law Firm – Kansas City, Mo. or Denver, Colo.

October 29, 2018- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation

Erise IP, P.A. is seeking a Patent Associate with approximately one to five years of experience to assist in patent litigation matters and post-grant proceedings before the PTAB. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to learn from and work closely with passionate, highly experienced patent practitioners on sophisticated patent matters in a friendly and collegial team environment.

Patent Associate / Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

October 21, 2018- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dorsey & Whitney LLP's Patent group is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate with one to five years of experience for our Salt Lake City office. The ideal candidate will have significant patent prosecution experience in mechanical, materials science, and/or electro-mechanical technologies. All relevant technical backgrounds will be considered. USPTO and Utah State Bar admissions are preferred. Strong academic credentials are required. Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collegial and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive work environment. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

About Dorsey:
Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912 as a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner. With locations across the United States as well as Canada, Europe and Asia, Dorsey provides an integrated, dedicated approach to its clients' legal and business needs. Dorsey’s diverse client base includes more than one-third of Fortune 100 companies.

Our lawyers apply superb legal knowledge and skills with practical wisdom and a deep understanding of business and industry. We serve clients in nearly all industries, but focus on six key industries in which we have excellent depth and a history of achieving client success:
- Banking and Financial Institutions
- Energy
- Food, Beverage & Agribusiness
- Health Care
- Mining & Natural Resources
- Public-Private Partnerships

Dorsey’s distinguished alumni include U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun, noted law professor and scholar William Prosser and former U.S. Vice President Walter Mondale. Recognized for our dedication to community, Dorsey has met the ABA Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge every year since the Challenge began in 1993 by devoting more than 3% of billable hours to pro bono work.

One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:
- Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)
- 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)
- Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)
- Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

Contact
Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Patent Agents may apply at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and attorneys may apply at www.dorsey.com/attorneyjobs. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should call 612-492-5186. Please submit a patent prosecution writing sample, in addition to your cover letter, resume and transcript.

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

Patent Attorney / Agent – Large Law Firm – Fairfax, Va. or Telecommute

October 8, 2018- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney / Agent – Small Law Firm – Ithaca, N.Y.

September 19, 2018- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Brown & Michaels, PC is seeking a registered U.S. patent attorney with 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience. Our work includes patent prosecution, trademarks and opinion work. We work with of-counsel firms for all litigation work. Our ideal candidate would have a computer science or electrical engineering and significant patent preparation and prosecution experience, but we are less concerned with a specific technical background than the variety and quality of the patent prosecution experience.

Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Tokyo, Japan

September 4, 2018- Asia, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Sughrue Mion PLLC is actively seeking a U.S. Licensed Patent Attorney or Patent Agent for our office in Tokyo, Japan. Responsibilities will include advising on U.S. patent law, , patent prosecution, and/or patent litigation support.

Patent Attorney, Agent, or Engineer – Small Law Firm – Telecommute

September 1, 2018- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

ALG Intellectual Property, LLC is seeking a Patent Attorney, Agent, or Engineer in a remote position. At ALG, we live and work where we want, set our own hours, and interact with diverse and sophisticated clients. We provide a very competitive compensation structure, benefits, and excellent training. If you have patent preparation and prosecution experience as an attorney, patent agent, or patent engineer, strong technical and writing skills, and a commitment to preparing a quality work product, we want you to join us. A background in electrical/computer engineering, computer science, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or physics is preferred, but not required.

Patent Associate – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations

August 26, 2018- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Armstrong Teasdale LLP, ranked among “Top Patent Firms” by Intellectual Property Today and listed as one of Law360’s Largest IP Practice Groups, is seeking experienced lateral associates in the Intellectual Property Services area for full-time positions in the St. Louis, Kansas City, Denver and Las Vegas offices.