Patent Agent – Small Corporation – Newton, Mass.

June 21, 2012- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Euro-Pro has been experiencing a tremendous amount of growth, and is currently looking for talented individuals to join our organization. We are a Boston based (Newton, MA) company, with offices in Montreal, Canada and various locations throughout China.

Essential Functions:
Work with the internal and external stakeholders to identify patentable inventions and generate invention disclosures
Draft patent applications and respond to office actions
Assist with patentability and infringement studies, and other IP-related matters

Attributes and Skills:
Excellent communications, analytical and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment

Education and Experience:
3-5 years in prosecuting patent applications
Must be registered to practice before the USPTO
Undergraduate degree in electrical or mechanical engineering preferred
Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint

At Euro-Pro, we are driven to be the best in the industry. We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference. We celebrate and reward initiative, creativity, growth, and commitment to our mission. We will provide the challenge and opportunity to apply all aspects of your experience and skills; you provide the energy, passion, and results.

Euro-Pro supports the national policy of Equal Employment Opportunity.

It is our goal at Euro-Pro to recruit applicants for jobs without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicap, marital status or veteran status.

Contact:
Apply online at: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA9/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=EUROPRO&cws=1&rid=376.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Newton, Masssachusets

Recognized as one of the “Fastest growing, most innovative developers of Home Appliances in the World,” Euro-Pro is a pioneer in innovative cleaning solutions and small household appliances sold under the familiar brands Shark® and Ninja®. We provide the latest in easy-to-use technology with a growing line of products that consists of corded and cordless vacuums, steam mops and cleaners, irons and garment steamers, and a variety of small kitchen appliances. It is our mission to create and deliver high quality; reliable “5 Star” rated products.

Euro-Pro Highlights
• Company revenues have increased by approximately 170% from just over $270MM in fiscal 2007 to nearly $730MM in fiscal 2011
• Named to Inc. magazine’s Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America for the past 3 consecutive years
• Awarded Wal-Mart vendor of the Year for the past 4 consecutive years. Most recently in 2011, Euro-Pro was awarded the “Supplier of the Year” for the Home Division (out of more than 2,000 suppliers!)

Patent Attorneys/Agents – Law Firm – Flexible Location

June 20, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fiala & Weaver P.L.L.C., a Washington D.C.-based intellectual property law firm, is seeking part-time and full-time patent attorneys and agents, including persons to fill Of Counsel, associate, and patent agent positions, to assist us with our growing practice. Opportunities are available primarily for preparation and prosecution work for a variety of clients in the electrical, electro-mechanical, software, and Internet technology areas. Persons with law firm experience and/or tech industry experience, as well as present and former Examiners, are all encouraged to apply.
Excellent compensation. Inquiries treated in absolute confidence. Relaxed work environment. Portable business is not required. Applicants may be remotely located.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – San Francisco Bay Area, Calif.

June 18, 2012- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Ventures IP, a IP boutique law firm with top-tier clients is seeking talented associates with 2-5 years of experience for prosecution work in EE/CS related technologies. We are specifically seeking associates with significant technical depth, creativity and passion for science and technology. Only highly motivated applicants need respond. We are looking for patent attorneys who desire to work in an atmosphere focused on providing a meaningfully distinguished work product.

IP Attorney (Electrical Eng.) – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill. (remote locations may be considered)

June 13, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Guntin Meles & Gust is seeking highly skilled and productive Patent Attorneys. As part of our team you will be working with a diverse group of clients ranging from sophisticated startups to Fortune 100 companies. We work in the areas of electrical engineering, telecommunications, medical products, RF tuning products, gaming products, nanotechnology, and other fields. Clients have also engaged our firm to evaluate patent portfolios, draft licensing and patent sale agreements, perform re-exam evaluations, due diligence in M&A transactions, advanced inventing sessions, opinion work, among other things.

We offer exceptional benefits and a competitive compensation package, which models the firm’s philosophy of transparency. Our firm is ideal for attorneys who seek firms in a growth path.

Candidate Qualifications:
Must have passed a state bar and the USPTO patent bar. 3+ years of law practice with “substantial” patent preparation and prosecution experience of matters "originating" in the US. A Bachelors or Masters degree in Elect. Eng., Computer Eng., or a comparable engineering background is preferred. Telecommunications experience is a plus. Actual engineering experience is a plus. A book of business is also a plus. Information regarding the last two years of billable hours and collections will be requested along with academic transcripts.

Contact:
Please submit your resume, writing samples (in the public domain) and transcripts via our website (http://www.gmgip.com/careers-attorneys.php). Submissions will be maintained confidential.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Chicago (remote locations may be considered)

At Guntin Meles & Gust we have a unique culture that places great emphasis on developing and exercising sound business, legal, and technical acumen in all aspects of the firm’s practice. Our culture has attracted and continues to attract new clients. Our culture also fosters and promotes career development of its attorneys at all levels.

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Alexandria, Va.

June 4, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Irvine, Calif.

June 1, 2012- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klein, O'Neill & Singh LLP, a cutting edge Intellectual Property law firm in Irvine that offers engaging clients, a collegial and creative work environment with excellent compensation and benefits, is hiring a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to join our growing hi-tech practice.

Patent Attorneys – Law Firm – Cincinnati, Ohio

June 1, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Baker & Hostetler LLP, one of the nation’s largest and most respected law firms with more than 800 attorneys and 11 offices, has an immediate opportunity in our Cincinnati office for two patent attorneys with 2 or more years of experience in patent prosecution, portfolio management, licensing and opinion work. The ideal candidate would have a technical degree and background in mechanical, electrical, or materials, with superior academics and solid prior law firm or in-house experience. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

Prosecution/Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Washington, DC

June 1, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

NSIP LAW, a Washington D.C. based, intellectual property law firm, is seeking lateral associate candidates with a minimum of 4 years experience in Patent Prosecution.

Partner Level Attorney – Law Firm – Morristown, N.J.

June 1, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Agent/Student Associate – Law Firm – Washington, DC

May 31, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kilpatrick Townsend is seeking a Student Associate or Patent Agent in our Washington, DC office. The candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or a similar field and must be available to work full time, or at least 30-35 hours per week. Experience as a PTO examiner and/or industry experience is preferred. Applicants must have a strong academic record.

IP Attorney – Law Firm – Washington D.C. or Chicago, Ill.

May 26, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Banner & Witcoff is seeking lateral associate candidates with electrical engineering or computer science backgrounds and patent prosecution or litigation experience. Previous patent experience, advanced degrees and admittance to practice before the USPTO are preferred.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Seattle, Wash.

May 24, 2012- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking an associate with a minimum of three years experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications before the U.S. patent office, to join its nationally ranked and growing Intellectual Property group. We manage patent portfolios in a range of industries, including computer science, electronics, semiconductors, telecommunications, life sciences and biotechnology, medical devices, aerospace, and consumer products.

IP Associates – Law Firm – Concord, Mass.

May 21, 2012- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hamilton, Brook, Smith & Reynolds, P.C. seeks electrical associates with 3-5 years of patent prosecution or intellectual property litigation experience. An undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or related degree is required. A graduate degree and/or equivalent industry experience is preferred.

Associate Attorney – Law Firm – St. Louis, Mo.

May 18, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Senniger Powers LLP, a boutique IP law firm located in St. Louis, is actively seeking an Associate Attorney for its Electrical, Computer Systems & Software Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in patent preparation/prosecution and a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.

Patent Attorney, Licensing and Claims – Large Corporation – San Jose, Calif.

May 11, 2012- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

NXP is seeking a Patent Attorney, Licensing and Claims to work in its Intellectual Property & Licensing group.

Responsibilities:
• Developing and running patent monetization projects (from initial stage opportunity through reverse engineering and license negotiations)
• interpreting and negotiating IP license agreements
• working on IP implications of standards
• working on market and business analytics for monetization opportunities
• Managing patent sales.
• Additional responsibilities in patent acquisition, defense against inbound third party assertion, and analysis.

Your Profile:
Requirements: 5-10 years of direct IP experience ideally gained from a combination of law firm and in-house settings. Successful candidate will have experience in IP licensing and inbound claims.

Candidate should have an electrical engineering background
• Patent licensing experience, negotiation skills, and business acumen
• Be a member of a state bar -Registered member of US Patent Bar
• 5-10 years experience in legal practice dealing with patent matters
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven record of building cross-functional relationships and fostering teamwork and collaboration

Position will require international travel.

Contact:
Apply online by using this http://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_nxp/external/gateway.do?functionName=viewFromLink&jobPostId=21992&localeCode=en-us.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Jose, California

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions that leverage its leading RF, Analog, Power Management, Interface, Security, Digital Processing and Manufacturing expertise. These innovations are used in a wide range of automotive, industrial, consumer, lighting, medical, computing and identification applications. A global semiconductor company with operations in more than 25 countries, NXP posted revenue of USD 4.2 billion in 2011. Additional information can be found by visiting www.nxp.com.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Washington, DC

May 4, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

North Star IP is currently seeking a patent prosecution “Associate I” and “Associate II,” both with 3 to 4+ years of prosecution experience. Our arts are concentrated on the electrical, wireless, software, and medical areas. We look for a background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. However, we will also consider other Engineering disciplines with experience in handling electrical/electro-mechanical arts.

Attorney – Law Firm – Reston, Va.

May 3, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Finnegan's Reston, VA office is seeking lawyers with a background in electrical technologies (semiconductor, telecom, computer or electrical engineering) and 1 to 3 years experience in patent prosecution and/or litigation. Our compensation package includes competitive salaries and excellent benefits.