Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Raleigh, N.C.

November 3, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Ward and Smith, P.A. is seeking a Patent Attorney with a degree in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering. Formal training and experience in software development is of particular interest and experience from 2-4 years in both drafting and prosecuting patent applications is beneficial, but not required. Strong verbal and written communication skills and a commitment to excellence are required.

I.P. Litigation Associate (FT, PT, or Contract) – Small Law Firm – Austin, Texas

October 18, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

hardy An Austin-based commercial and IP litigation boutique is seeking an IP litigation associate with two to five years of IP litigation experience. The ideal candidate will be a high performer with an undergraduate degree in any technical field (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or Computer Science), with experience handling discovery and briefing in complex cases, and with a desire to take on increasing responsibilities. As part of our team you will be working on large, high quality cases against some of the top firms in the country. The firm handles district court litigation, Federal Circuit appeals and IPRs in cases involving technical fields such as telecommunications, LEDs, semiconductors, cryptography, consumer electronics, and computer science, among others. The senior partners had years of experience working in major national law firms before starting this boutique firm. If you are interested in trading the big firm grind for a much higher quality of life with a collegial and flexible working environment while still working on sophisticated litigation, this is an excellent opportunity.

Patent Attorney (E.E. / C.E.) – Large Law Firm – Cary, N.C.

October 16, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

withrow Withrow + Terranova, PLLC, a mid-size patent boutique law firm located in beautiful Cary, North Carolina and next to Research Triangle Park, Durham, NC, is seeking a highly qualified Patent Attorney that possesses at least a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.

Senior Patent Attorney (USPTO Registered) – Small Law Firm – Rockville, Md.

October 10, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

AuerbachSchrot LLC, an intellectual property law firm in Rockville, MD, is seeking a highly motivated, experienced, USPTO-registered, senior patent agent or attorney, preferably a member of the Maryland Bar, to assist in its growing domestic and international biotechnology and high technology patent prosecution practice.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Greenville, S.C.

October 6, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

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

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa. or Wilmington, Del.

October 3, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

panitch Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel LLP is seeking a patent agent. The scientific advisor or patent agent will provide technical support and scientific expertise to assist with all aspects of patent protection, both US and foreign, focusing on the pharmaceutical and biotechnical arts. The scientific advisor will assist in searches and reviews for due diligence, patentability and freedom to operate analyses as well as the preparation, filing and prosecution of patent applications.

Trademark / I.P. Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

October 2, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

loza Loza & Loza LLP, a fast growing, and dynamic intellectual property practice is seeking a trademark/IP litigation attorney with a proven record of client development who is interested in a lateral move.

Trademark Attorney – Law Firm – Gaithersburg, Md.

October 2, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other

edell Edell, Shapiro & Finnan (“ESF”), an Intellectual Property boutique located just outside the District of Columbia, in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is seeking a full-time senior trademark attorney to join its trademark practice.

ESF serves a diverse client base, which includes individuals, start-up companies, and Fortune 500 companies with substantial IP portfolios. This client base values our knowledge, experience, and commitment to their objectives. Our trademark clients include agricultural companies, cosmetics companies, musical artists, electronic products manufacturers, retail services providers, restaurants, consumer products manufacturers, and industrial equipment manufacturers.

The firm atmosphere is a low-stress, but hard-working environment where you can balance work and personal responsibilities.

Candidates can expect to assist a wide variety of clients to navigate all aspects of trademark law, including trademark clearance and prosecution, opposition and cancellation proceedings, opinion work, and client counseling.

An ideal candidate will have:

5+ years of law firm trademark legal experience in all aspects of trademark law practice, including trademark clearance and prosecution, opposition and cancellation proceedings, opinion work, and client counseling;
BS/BA and JD Degree from an accredited institution;
Experience as a trademark examining attorney not required, but would be a plus;
Significant experience in conducting trademark clearances, reviewing and analyzing preliminary and full trademark searches and providing opinions, guidance and advice to clients regarding the availability of trademarks for use/registration;
Significant experience managing domestic trademark prosecution, including preparation of applications for registration, responses to USPTO Office Actions, and all pre- and post-registration filings;
Significant experience managing global trademark portfolios, including structuring the scope of international filings, and instructing, corresponding with, and supervising the actions of a network of international associates -- international trademark portfolios under our care range in size from a handful to thousands of non-U.S. registrations;
Significant experience analyzing potential claims and defenses in trademark enforcement and infringement matters;
Trademark Trial and Appeal Board experience not required, but would be a plus;
Excellent communication skills, in dealing with clients, support personnel, and foreign counsel; and
Strong writing, organizational, and analytical skills.

While candidates with a portable book of business are encouraged to apply, portable business is not necessarily required.

Contact
To apply, please email careers@usiplaw.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Gaithersburg, Md.

October 2, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

edell Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC is seeking a EE/computer science patent agent with 1+ years of experience. Successful candidate must be well organized and have a strong ability to multi-task.

Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Greenville, S.C.

October 2, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

A full-service intellectual property firm is seeking an IP Litigation Associate with two to five years of litigation experience with a degree in any technical field (e.g., Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a Life Science). The ideal candidate will be a high performer with superior academic credentials and excellent communication skills who desires a quality firm experience.

Biotech Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

October 2, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

loza Loza & Loza LLP, a fast-growing and dynamic intellectual property practice, is seeking a biotech/pharmaceutical patent attorney with a proven record of client development who is interested in a lateral move.

Senior Manager, Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Vienna, Va.

September 19, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Capital One’s legal department is looking for two talented and dynamic patent attorneys to join its fast-growing patent team. Members of our patent team are working to develop and implement an enterprise-wide patent strategy and to create a culture of inventor engagement and excitement. It’s audacious work at a massive scale. If you are inquisitive, collaborative, and enthusiastic about technology, come join us!

We are looking for someone who:

is an outstanding patent attorney with experience in preparing and prosecuting software or electrical applications; the successful candidate will be responsible for protecting Capital One’s inventions and helping shape Capital One’s enterprise-wide patent strategy.
can proactively engage various teams across the enterprise to identify patentable innovations, run invention disclosure meetings and invention harvesting sessions, and provide education and training to technical teams.
can independently counsel clients and provide practical legal advice on a wide range of patent and IP transactional issues, including advising on matters related to litigation, open source software, licensing, and acquisition.
is an excellent verbal and written communicator; the successful candidate will need to feel comfortable presenting in front of inventors, colleagues, and stakeholders, and will need to be able to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and simple way that fosters trust and respect.
can demonstrate sound judgment even in novel situations, and can understand business goals in a way that helps them evaluate risk effectively and provide practical legal advice.
has excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines or business goals.
is creative and not afraid to try something new to raise the bar and improve experiences with teammates, inventors, and stakeholders; the successful candidate takes pride in their work and wants to add value outside of the day-to-day expectations of the role.
can create friendly and collaborative working relationships, particularly with their teammates, the rest of the legal department, internal clients, and outside counsel. A good sense of humor and an interest in having fun at work are pluses!

Basic Qualifications:

At least 3 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar.
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
Experience with providing intellectual property transactional counseling, including experience with university collaboration agreements, joint development agreements, licensing agreements, and M&A due diligence.
Experience with IP issues in open source, including the IP impact of open source contributions and familiarity with widely used open source licenses.
Experience as a software developer or hardware engineer.
Experience with financial technologies (Fintech).

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://capitalone.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Capital_One/job/Vienna-VA/Senior-Manager--Patents-Counsel_R34532.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Vienna, Virginia

Manager, I.P. – Education – College Park, Md.

September 14, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Educational, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

University of Maryland, College Park
Position Number: 123406
Title: Manager
Functional Title: Manager, Intellectual Property
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
Unit: VPR-Office of Technology Commercialization

Campus/College Information: Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Manager, Intellectual Property is a registered patent practitioner primarily responsible for overseeing the voluminous and diverse portfolio of University of Maryland’s intellectual property from disclosure to patenting which requires constant follow-up. The Manager, Intellectual Property will interact with and advise inventors, OTC’s licensing staff, licensees, and outside counsel on patent strategy, conveying patent rules, IP policies (University System of Maryland and University of Maryland), and Bayh-Dole Act requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related field.

Experience:
Three (3) years of patent prosecution experience. At least one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Strong consultative skills with the confidence and ability to enforce rules.
Ability to work independently and in teams.
Ability to convey and apply patent rules, IP policies, and Bayh-Dole Act.
Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion, tact, and confidentiality.
Computer literacy with standard word processing, MS Office Suite (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint), email, Internet applications, and USPTO systems (EFS-Web, PAIR).

Preferences:

JD; Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in engineering, science, or related field preferred.
Two (2) years of experience managing an IP portfolio in an in-house setting (university, corporate, or government) preferred.
University experience preferred.
Admitted to and member in good standing of the Maryland bar, or eligible for admission within 1 yearof hire, is preferred.

Additional Certifications:
Registered and in good standing to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.

Additional Information:
Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.

Must be registered and in good standing to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).

Posting Date: 09/12/2017
Open Until Filled: Yes
Best Consideration Date: 09/26/2017

Physical Demand:
Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment. Ability to deal with stress and conflict. Spending long hours in front of a computer screen. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus.

Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Contact
All interested applicants must apply online through ejobs.umd.edu(https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/54613 ).

Additional Info
Employer Type: Education
Job Location: College Park, Maryland

E. E. Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Fairfax, Va.

September 8, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

novick Novick, Kim & Lee, PLLC is a boutique intellectual property law firm located in Fairfax, Virginia. (www.nkllaw.com) We are seeking IP attorneys or Patent Agents for our growing EE /CS practice. We welcome applicants for both part-time and full time positions.

Biotech Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

September 1, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

loza Loza & Loza LLP, a fast growing, and dynamic intellectual property practice is seeking a biotech patent attorney with a proven record of client development who is interested in a lateral move.

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

August 31, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

dority Dority & Manning, a full-service intellectual property firm, seeks registered patent attorneys and agents with two to four years of relevant experience with degrees in electrical engineering, chemical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or mechanical engineering. Candidates can expect to work primarily on matters related to patent prosecution and litigation for Fortune 100 companies as well as other national and international clients. The firm’s practice is global in nature, representing major companies in Europe, Korea, Japan, China, South America and in virtually every region of the United States.

Patent Filing Agent – Law Firm – Alexandria, Va.

August 31, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Prosecution

oliff Oliff PLC, an Alexandria IP law firm, seeks patent attorney or agent to review staff-prepared USPTO filings in a busy new applications department. Must have USPTO Registration Number. Will train the right individual. Position offers defined, regular work schedule and responsibilities.

Associate w/Chem / Materials Background – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

August 23, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

NSIP NSIP LAW is a prospering boutique intellectual property law firm located in downtown Washington, D.C. Our practice has consistently grown over the years. NSIP Law offers a competitive salary with the rare opportunity to grow with our group and to be active candidate for promotion within our practice.

Legal Assistant – Law Firm – Nashville, Tenn.

August 15, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

waller Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP is seeking a legal assistant. Candidate must have strong organizational skills and provide support to a team of attorneys, performing complex and specialized secretarial and clerical support activities related to patent prosecution. Responsibilities include monitoring patent prosecution dockets; assisting with the preparation and filing of US and PCT patent applications; handling US and foreign patent prosecution matters including US, PCT, and foreign prosecution forms; electronic filing with USPTO and private PAIR; preparing a variety of documents including assignments, declarations, power of attorney, IDSs, transmittals, and formal USPTO documents, as required; and performing other customary legal assistant responsibilities.

IP Secretary – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

July 21, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

Jefferson IP Law, a fifteen patent lawyer/patent agent law firm, is seeking a full time paralegal/legal assistant to work directly with senior partners and international clients in intellectual property matters. College degree, outstanding academic achievement, attention to details, highly-organized, analytical skills, strong writing and proofreading skills, and the ability to work independently are a must.
Experience is preferred but open to entry-level recent college graduates. Qualified candidates may send a cover letter and resume. Please do not respond if you are a third party. Thanks!