Steptoe & Johnson LLP, a DC based, international law firm, seeks associates for its rapidly growing Intellectual Property practice in DC. Candidates should have a minimum of two years of experience in patent litigation and solid technical backgrounds in electrical engineering, computer science, or related fields.
Contact: We encourage any candidate with strong academic credentials and excellent personal qualities to apply directly by sending cover letter, resume, and law school transcript (a copy of your academic record is required) to Rosemary K. Morgan at legal_recruiting@steptoe.com. Steptoe & Johnson LLP is an equal-opportunity employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm: Job Location: Washington, DC..
Morrison Foerster LLPis seeking an entry level patent analyst/agent for our San Diego office. This is an extraordinary opportunity to join one of the finest law firms representing companies involved in developing and commercializing highly-innovative technologies in the marketplace. Morrison & Foerster works closely with clients from the earliest stages of their technical development, offering valuable advice about how to protect their inventions and ideas in view of business strategies.
Patent analysts/agents participate in domestic and foreign patent prosecution. They are responsible for drafting new patent applications, preparing substantive documents related to prosecution, and contributing to prosecution strategy. They work directly with patent examiners and clients, including inventors, technology transfer administrators, in house patent practitioners, the attorneys of client companies, and foreign associates.
Patent analysts/agents provide technical and legal research and analysis with respect to matters pending before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. They participate in the planning, completion and interpretation of literature searches using both on-line databases and other search techniques. They are expected to be highly familiar with the technological resources available to practitioners in the firm.
Patent analysts/agents provide technical support for patent interference and litigation proceedings, including the review and analysis of technical documents such as prior art, laboratory notebooks, technical memoranda, deposition transcripts and file histories. They locate and interview technical experts, consultants, and expert witnesses, as well as assist in the preparation of depositions and expert witness testimony. They advise and educate firm litigators in the relevant areas of science and technology, both verbally and by written memoranda. They aid attorneys in the preparation of legal opinions and in planning strategies for clients’ patent portfolios.
At all times, patent analysts/agents are expected to work as part of a team with other members of the Patent Group, and to seek guidance from, and report back to, the supervising attorneys in the Patent Group.
Requirements: Successful analyst/agent candidates will have a technical background in the area of electrical engineering and have excellent academic credentials. Strong writing and oral communication skills are required. Admission to the USPTO is preferred, but not required. Advanced degree preferred, but not required.
Contact: Please submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and a writing sample or publications list. Please reference 22555-PO in your cover letter.
EEO Statement Morrison & Foerster is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Location: Los Angeles, California
We are Morrison & Foerster—a global firm of exceptional credentials in many areas. Our clients include some of the largest financial institutions, Fortune 100 companies, investment banks and technology and life science companies. Our clients count on us for innovative and business-minded solutions. Our commitment to serving client needs has resulted in enduring relationships and a record of high achievement. For the last eight years, we’ve been included on The American Lawyer ’s A-List. Fortune named us one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For."
Our lawyers share a commitment to achieving results for our clients, while preserving the differences that make us stronger. This is MoFo.
Fulbright & Jaworski LLPis seeking a licensed U.S. patent agent with a B.S. or higher degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or similar engineering discipline, preferably with at least one year of experience as a patent agent or patent examiner.
Duties include preparing documents during all stages of the patent prosecution process with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and with foreign patent offices; coordinating and corresponding with inventors, attorneys, and clients regarding patent prosecution; performing prior art searches; undertaking patent portfolio management; and maintaining knowledge of the latest patent laws in order to assist attorneys with drafting legal documents.
Rambus, one of the world's premier technology licensing companies, is seeking a Patent Counsel. As a Patent Attorney at Rambus, you will focus on supporting the strategic patent portfolio development and licensing program of at least one of Rambus' businesses.
Specific duties include: • Assisting the management of one or more patent portfolio related to at least one of Rambus’ businesses. • Working with R&D planning teams to actively identify and develop patentable subject matter. • Interviewing inventors to proactively identify patentable subject matter. • Participating with engineers and business people in innovation workshops to generate patentable subject matter. • Working with business and marketing people to identify important technologies and strategic applications. • Conducting substantive review of disclosures and participating in disclosure review meetings. • Coordinating the preparation and prosecution of applications and critically reviewing materials prepared by outside counsel. • Advising internal business clients on IP-related issues, including in connection with licensing and M&A activities. • Proactively helping improve Rambus’ patent development programs and processes.
Requirements and Preferences: • BS or higher in Electrical Engineering is preferred for this position. • JD and registration to practice before the US Patent & Trademark Office are required. CA bar preferred. • Five or more years of experience in preparing and prosecuting domestic and foreign patent applications, including familiarity with continuation practice in both domestic and foreign jurisdictions. • Must be organized, work well with others, and be able to effectively communicate technical and legal issues. • Must be able to travel occasionally to support Rambus businesses outside the San Francisco Bay Area. • Experience in prosecuting patents relating to communications systems, high-speed serial interfaces and/or physical layer signaling is preferred. • Experience in supporting litigation, opinion preparation, product analysis, patent due diligence, and/or licensing experience preferred. • Circuit design work and related work experience a plus. • M&A transaction support experience a plus. • Prior in-house experience a plus.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Sunnyvale, California
Rambus is the innovative technology solutions company that brings invention to market. Unleashing the intellectual power of our world-class engineers and scientists in a collaborative and synergistic way, Rambus invents, licenses and develops solutions that challenge and enable our customers to create the future. While best known for creating unsurpassed semiconductor memory architectures, Rambus is also developing world-changing products and services in security, advanced LED lighting and displays, and immersive mobile media.
Rambus was voted one of the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces based on surveys completed by employees. Workplace Dynamics compiles the list based purely on employee’s opinion of their employers. Over 4,000 organizations across America participated in the program.
Christopher & Weisberg, P.A., a South Florida Intellectual Property Boutique, seeks EE with at least 2 years experience drafting patent applications. M.S. and industry experience greatly preferred. Will also consider more experienced attorneys with other technical backgrounds and portable business. Finally, we have an ocean view office for patent attorneys with litigation experience. Competitive pay and benefits -- great place to live and work.
Wagner Blecher LLP is looking to hire full-time patent attorneys for our Silicon Valley and Santa Cruz County, CA offices. We are looking for applicants with 1-5 years of patent prosecution experience. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or Software Engineering. Candidates must be registered as patent attorneys with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Contact: To apply for a position, please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to jobs@wagnerblecher.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Silicon Valley, and Santa Cruz California
Seed IP Law Group, one of the country's leading intellectual property law firms, is expanding its electrical engineering practice group. Ideal candidate will have a Electrical Engineering or Physics degree and a minimum of three years practical experience, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications, client counseling and preparing opinions.
Contact: Send cover letter, resume, writing sample and transcripts to TracyU@SeedIP.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Seattle, Washington
The Chicago office of Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is in search of a Patent Agent to work in the Firm's Intellectual Property Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years of experience preparing and prosecuting U.S. patent applications, conducting patent searches and patentability analyses, and handling foreign patent applications. Candidate must be registered to practice with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Ziolkowski Patent Solutions Group, SC is seeking a patent attorney/agent with a background in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, or physics. Applicants should have a strong academic record, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and possess the ability to quickly grasp complex technologies. Admission to practice before the USPTO is preferred but not required.
Contact: Please submit a cover letter, your resume, undergraduate transcripts, law school transcripts (if applicable), and writing sample to info@zpspatents.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Port Washington, Wisconsin
Myers Bigel Sibley & Sajovecis accepting applications for an Electrical Patent Agent. Candidates should have an Electrical Engineering degree and be admitted to the Patent Bar. Previous experience as an Electrical Patent Agent is required.
Contact: Qualified candidates should email their resume as well as other relevant materials to Hiring@myersbigel.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c.is a full-service business-oriented law firm with a national client base headquartered in Milwaukee, WI. Our growing Intellectual Property Department seeks a full-time patent attorney for our Rockford, IL office with at least 4 years law firm experience in patent preparation and prosecution. Candidate must have a degree in Electric Engineering and be admitted before the USPTO. Superior academic credentials required.
Contact: Please submit a cover letter, resume and copies of law school and undergrad transcripts to:
Sandra W. Faull, Manager, Attorney Recruiting Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c. 1000 North Water Street, Suite 1700 Milwaukee, WI 53202 Office: 414-298-8528 sfaull@reinhartlaw.com
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Rockford, Illinois
Faegre Baker Daniels' thriving Chicago-based IP practice is actively seeking a patent agent with a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science in our Chicago office. The successful candidate must have experience in patent preparation and prosecution including preparing draft patent applications. The responsibilities will involve all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution. Admission before the USPTO is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. Ideal candidate must have a minimum of two years of patent prosecution experience. Technical background in Computer Science and/or Electrical Engineering is required. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth. All candidates should have excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills and professional recommendations.
Contact: Please send or e-mail cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript to:
Trisha Selden, Legal Talent Manager Faegre Baker Daniels 2200 Wells Fargo Center 90 South Seventh Street Minneapolis, MN 55402 Trisha.Selden@FaegreBD.com
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Chicago, Illinois
Workman Nydeggeris seeking an exceptional patent prosecution attorney with 1-4 years of experience, for our dynamic, growing patent prosecution practice. Applicants should have a strong academic record, and a degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science and Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related technical field. Industry experience and/or IP firm experience is a plus.
Contact: Qualified candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and transcripts to Shauna Huston, Human Resources Director at recruitment@wnlaw.com. Workman Nydegger is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No unsolicited resumes from search firms or phone calls, please.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP is a premier, full-service law firm. We are currently seeking candidates with technical backgrounds for our patent agent program. This position would be based out of either Menlo Park, CA or New York, NY. A candidate must have strong written and oral communication skills in addition to technical background and/or education. Applicant must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or, if not admitted, be prepared to take the examination within two years. If accepted to the program, you will assist our clients in every step of the patent process -- from drafting patent applications to prosecuting those applications at the Patent Office. We also offer an option for all participants to apply to law school, and if accepted, you will then enroll in either a day or evening program with the firm paying all tuition expenses. While attending law school, you will be expected to work at a reduced schedule during the academic year and full-time during the summer. You may also be given opportunities to assist with patent infringement litigations, as well as other legal matters, as you progress through law school. The career roadmap for patent agents generally leads to an associate position at the firm following graduation from law school.
Benefits for the program include a competitive salary, full law school tuition and textbook allowance, medical benefits, and paid vacation time.
For more information about Kramer Levin, please visit our website at www.kramerlevin.com.
Technical Background: B.S. or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and/or Computer Science
Base Salary for Patent Agents: Over $100,000
Contact: To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, transcript, and (optional) technical writing sample to legalrecruiting@kramerlevin.com with Patent Agent in the subject line.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: New York, New York
The Intellectual Property group of Thompson Hine LLP seeks an Intellectual Property Associate to join its new, south suburban Dayton, Ohio office. The ideal candidate will be a lawyer registered to practice before the USPTO with 1-3 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution. Experience in trademark prosecution is a plus. The ideal candidate will possess an ME or EE undergraduate degree and/or experience handling ME/EE matters. Additional experience with software is a plus. Candidates currently licensed in Ohio are preferred. A superior academic record, strong work ethic and excellent research and writing skills are required. For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume and law school transcript.
Carestream Health, Inc. is seeking a Patent Attorney to support its Dental business unit, which includes digital dental x-ray systems and software, practice management software, dental film, and anesthetics. The Patent Attorney will be located at Carestream’s Atlanta, Georgia office.
Responsibilities: • Draft patent applications • Prosecute patent applications, both in the United States and internationally. • Manage outside counsel involved in international prosecution. • Provide legal counsel regarding patentability of new products and technologies. • Provide legal counsel regarding infringement and validity issues. • Provide advice on product and technology development in light of the competitive IP landscape. • Review and analyze competitor patents and competitor technology and provide analysis for developing both defensive and offensive IP strategies. • Provide support for patent litigation. • Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures relating to intellectual property. • Keep current with case law and other legal developments.
Required Skills and Experience: • J.D. from an accredited Law school. • Minimum of B.S. in Electrical Engineering, B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, BS in Physics. • Minimum of 5 years experience as a patent attorney, including experience in patent preparation and prosecution and counseling on infringement and validity issues. • Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. • Admission to one state bar; preferably admitted to Georgia or eligible for admission via reciprocity. • Conversational French language skills highly desirable, with preference given to candidates with business level French language skills. • Candidates local to Atlanta, Georgia strongly preferred.. • Must have the ability to travel to Carestream’s sites in Paris, France and Shanghai, China on regular basis. • Ability to work with people at different management levels within the company. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with rapidly changing priorities. • Ability to work in a fast paced environment. • Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail. • Effective oral and written communication skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills. • Computer skills: strong Word, Excel and experienced working with different databases.
Contact: To apply for this position, please visit the careers section of our website at www.carestream.com/careers.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Carestream Health is a dynamic global company with over 100 years of leadership in radiology and healthcare IT. We are passionately committed to helping our customers do their jobs better, faster and more cost effectively. By applying our insights and experience, we create inventive, elegant solutions that offer a smarter way forward.
Headquartered in Rochester, NY, Carestream has over 7000 employees operating in 150 countries. Our customers range from large enterprises to small private practices, including: large health systems, hospitals, imaging centers, medical groups and dental practices. In addition to our innovative radiology products, Carestream also sells solutions for information management, non-destructive testing, molecular imaging, thin-film coating & nanomaterials.
Carestream Health, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Washida & Associates, is looking for a U.S Patent Prosecution Attorney to work in Tokyo, Japan and Washington D.C.
Responsibilities: •Proceed prosecution of U.S. and Europe
Requirements: Skills: • U.S. Patent Prosecution ,EP Patent Prosecution experiences is preferred
Language: • Fluent in English (Japanese language skill is a plus)
Career Path: The successful applicant will: ・have experience in patent prosecution in a Japanese patent firm ・take turn in working in Tokyo or D.C. with the other attorney.
Cesari and McKenna, LLP is seeking candidates for an associate position in the firm. Qualified candidates should hold at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science or related area of technology, and 3-5 years of experience in the practice of intellectual property law and litigation, including a demonstrated ability to prepare, file and prosecute patents applications, and the like.
Contact: Interested candidates should forward cover letter and resume to Hiring Partner at jbw@c-m.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Boston, Massachusets
Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC, a mid-size Maryland Intellectual Property law firm seeks associates with degrees in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Biotechnology.
Electrical candidates should be registered to practice before the U.S. PTO and have an undergraduate or advanced degree in electrical engineering or physics. The position will provide the opportunity to work on a wide variety of patent prosecution, opinion, and counseling matters in the electrical arts with quality domestic and foreign clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in telecommunications technology fields including wired (optical and electrical) and wireless networking technologies and equipment. Candidates should have 2+ years experience in patent application drafting and prosecution.
Mechanical candidates should have experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications in mechanical arts, possess a degree in mechanical engineering and strong writing skills. The position will focus on the preparation and prosecution of patents and patent clearances for domestic clients. Candidates should have substantial experience drafting patent applications including conducting disclosure meetings with inventors.
Biotech candidates should have a background preparing and prosecuting patent applications involving pharmaceuticals. Experience prosecuting biotech applications, advising clients on questions of patentability and rendering patentability opinions/analysis is desirable.
All applicants should have strong academic credentials. Industry experience, graduate level work and/or U.S. PTO experience is preferred.
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: Email cover letter and resume to Diana Rosenbaum at dmr@usiplaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
Steptoe & Johnson LLP, a DC based, international law firm, seeks associates for its rapidly growing Intellectual Property practice in DC. Candidates should have a minimum of two years of experience in patent litigation and solid technical backgrounds in electrical engineering, computer science, or related fields.
