IP Legal Assistant – Law Firm – Silver Spring, Md.

October 15, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

SAIDMAN DESIGNLAW GROUP has an opening for an IP Assistant.

Candidates must have the following attributes and skill set to join our team:

College degree, cheerful and friendly demeanor with a good sense of humor, outstanding attention to detail, exceptional spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills, excellent listening and comprehension skills, great organizational skills, the ability to be a self-starter, willingness to perform entry-level functions as well as tackle higher-level projects, and a flexible “can-do” attitude. You must be proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Key responsibilities would include assisting in the preparation and filing of patent, trademark and copyright documents, including processing new applications, preparing related documents and correspondence, and performing other administrative duties.

We offer exceptional benefits, including a commuting allowance, health insurance with a health savings account, a 401(k) and profit sharing plan, and a liberal leave policy.

Contact
Please send your: (1) resume; (2) cover letter; and (3) salary requirements to: recruiter@designlawgroup.com. No phone calls please! We look forward to hearing from you! An equal opportunity employer.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Silver Spring, Maryland

SAIDMAN DESIGNLAW GROUP is a boutique intellectual property law firm located in downtown Silver Spring, 2 blocks from the Silver Spring Metro. We specialize in design law - protecting and enforcing rights in the aesthetic appearance of products. Our Fortune 100 clients rely on us to develop and execute cutting edge design protection strategies. We currently have an opportunity for an outstanding full time legal assistant with 3-5 years of experience, in intellectual property. We are not your typical law firm. We are a tight-knit, team-oriented group. We work hard while we're here, but we are not here all the time; quality of life is important to each of us. Since most of our clients are out of the area, we enjoy being casually dressed. Working evenings and weekends is the rare exception rather than the rule.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Nationwide (Remote)

October 5, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Harrity & Harrity, LLP, is looking for full-time, reduced-hours, and remote work patent professionals to prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies, including four Fortune 500 companies. Candidates must have excellent writing and communication skills, and a background or experience in electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, or physics. Patent Examiner experience is a plus.

Patent Attorney or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Houston, Texas

September 28, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Tumey L.L.P., an Intellectual Property boutique law firm based in Houston, TX, is seeking a patent attorney or patent agent to join its growing patent prosecution practice. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in patent preparation/prosecution and be registered to practice before the USPTO.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Parsippany N.J.

September 21, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Evonik Industries is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in its Parsippany, New Jersey, offices. Under general supervision and direction of the Director Intellectual Property Management North America, the successful candidate will function as a patent practitioner for Evonik's Chemicals, Pharma Services and Polymer businesses in the North American Region and directly interface with business and technical teams from several business divisions in North America, as well as coordinating with in-house Evonik IP counsels.

The Incumbent will coordinate intellectual property activities for Chemicals, Pharma Services and Polymer businesses, including all aspects of legal protection for patents, trade secrets, domain names and software developed by Evonik Corporation. Will have to draft and prosecute patent applications in the U.S., and oversee the prosecution of corresponding worldwide patent applications. Another aspect of the Incumbent responsibility of the Incumbent will be the drafting and negotiating of IP contracts, such as non-disclosure, research, development, joint development, license agreements, etc. and to promote and maintain the principles of and responsibilities related to Responsible Care within his/her assigned areas of responsibility and as defined in the RC 14001 management system.

Responsibilities

Responsible for analyzing, protecting, and expanding the company’s intellectual property (IP) assets.
Responsible for filing and prosecuting patent applications at US-Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Responsible for drafting and negotiating of IP contracts, such as non-disclosure, research, development, joint development, license agreements, etc.
Provide for preparation of and/or responsible for writing patent applications to leverage company’s IP position and assets.
Provide for analyses and monitoring of new technologies to avoid patent invalidity and infringement.
Provide for and direct outside counsel in rendering opinions on patent invalidity and/or infringement.

Requirements

BS in chemistry required (MS and PhD in chemical or chemical engineering preferred).
Attorney must possess law degree from an ABA accredited university and be admitted to a state bar (preferably New Jersey and New York).
Admitted to practice in the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
A minimum of 8 years of experience in filing and prosecution of patents before the USPTO and contract drafting.
Knowledge of the full range of applicable laws and regulations regarding intellectual property.
Ability to provide competent legal advice and counsel to business and technical clients on a wide range of intellectual property issues.

What we offer
You will work on exciting and challenging topics together with a team in an ultra-modern, innovative and creative environment. Intensive on-the-job training with expert colleagues guarantees you will quickly become familiar with your duties and perform them independently. Performance related pay and the opportunity for personal and professional development are of course part of the package.

Contact
Apply online at our website: https://career2.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=41399&company=Evonik&username=.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Parsippany New Jersey

Job Description Evonik is one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals. Profitable growth and a sustained increase in the value of the company form the heart of Evonik’s corporate strategy. Our innovative spirit and integrate technology platforms support our strategic focus on high-growth megatrends in health, nutrition, resource efficiency and globalization. Evonik is active in over 100 countries around the world. And that means a world of opportunities for you. There’s no better time than right now to build your future with us and be a part of our international team.

Chief Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Durham, N.C.

September 15, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

The bioMérieux IP Department is a dynamic team engaged in a wide variety of projects at many levels of the organization. The Chief Patent Counsel position is an integral part of that environment where practicality, effective communication and collegiality are necessary components.

The Chief Patent Counsel position will report to the Corporate Director Intellectual Property and will be expected to supervise and manage the U.S. Patent Department(total of 4 people) in protecting the company’s intellectual assets and avoid/mitigate the risk of violating third party intellectual property rights.

The Chief Patent Counsel’s main accountabilities will be to:

Proactively manage the U.S. Patent Department, including budget (including managing external legal service providers), workload, and developing efficient procedures and processes; proactively interact with patent departments in other countries for a cohesive patent strategy and coordinated, effective work teams
Coordinate management of existing global Patents portfolio with Business Departement, Legal, Marketing and IP colleagues to align with commercial objectives.
Conduct analysis for new products and processes, licensed products and processes, and company acquisitions.
Contribute with senior management, General Counsel, Corporate Director of global Intellectual Property in developing an overall Intellectual Property strategy and advising on potential matters that arise.
Prepare and prosecute patent applications and develop international portfolios for a technical area of responsibility; Lead the strategy for a technical area of responsibility in compliance with Corporate Intellectual Property process and procedures for the group bioMérieux in monitoring patents and brands.,
Advise Intellectual Property, Marketing, technical library, communication departments, Research & Development, Legal and Business Development on litigation and conflict or possible litigation and conflicts.
Negotiate, maintain and obtain technology agreements with third parties (as part of due diligence and acquisitions) and resolve conflicts regarding trademarks and patent designs and ensure compliance with obligations of technology transfer.
Maintain knowledge and compliance with legislation concerning Patents and case law at an international level.
Help the Corporate Director Intellectual Property to manage budget dedicated to IP matter in the America’s region and monitors external legal service providers. Submit budget to Intellectual Property global director. Animate the Patents Team by ensuring the development and training of employees.
Work on transactional matters, including contract review, drafting and negotiation, with a primary initial focus on support of the IP department.
Foster close communication and effective working relationships with general Legal Department Interpret legal and/or contractual obligations, and advising clients regarding contractual matters.

Required Skills/ Qualifications
Experience:

10 + years (patent, trademark or IP experience) experience in a law firm or the legal department of a company, including all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution, legal analysis/opinion work, and significant direct client support.
Experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company will be a plus for this position.
At least 5 years of people management experience are required for this position.
Previous experience in an additional technical field (e.g. software implementation, science technology) will be a plus.
Working in an international or multicultural environment will be a plus.

Skills and Qualifications:

Law degree (JD) and admission (in good standing) to a state bar.
Registration to practice before the USPTO as a Patent Attorney.
Experience in U.S Reexamination/Post Grant Review, European Opposition, U.S litigation, negotiation.
Undergraduate, and preferably graduate, degree in life sciences. Knowledge increased in biochemistry and biology (including microbiology, immunology and/or molecular biology),
Excellent communication skills and credibility so as to interact effectively and influence management at all levels; ability to successfully work within an international company to promote the Patent Department and fully deploy its depth of knowledge and skills to benefit the company.Ability to take responsibility for transactional work, including IP related provisions and negotiation; significant experience in contract interpretation; excellent analytical skills.
Willingness to travel, including to France approximately once a year, as well as domestically a few times a year.
Interest in developing the professional careers of the personnel within the IP Department.
Pro-activity, vision and self-stability are keys to success for this position.

Contact
To apply, please email Anais Clement at: anais.clement@biomerieux.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Durham, North Carolina

Lead Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

September 15, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

GTC Law Group LLP has a thriving patent strategy and patent prosecution practice and is seeking a highly experienced patent attorney having extensive experience in both the preparation and prosecution of patent applications and the management of large, strategically-developed portfolios. In addition, as part of management of various client portfolios, the attorney will supervise multiple internal teams consisting of one or more patent prosecutors, technical specialists, project managers and paralegals.

In addition to supervising the team for preparation and prosecution, the attorney must absorb the subject matter and strategy for the existing portfolio and ensure that all preparation and prosecution is executed in a manner consistent with the strategy. The attorney must also be generally proficient in other non-patent legal areas in order to identify other issues and work with the firm's non-patent practices to serve client needs.

The firm's patent prosecution practice is comprised of accomplished lawyers, technologists and entrepreneurs who operate in a unique, virtual and IP-centric environment. Notwithstanding the firm’s decentralized nature, the following locations are preferred for this position: Pittsburgh, PA, Boston, MA and Washington D.C.

Position Requirements

7+ years as a practicing registered patent attorney, with at least 4 of such years in a law firm
Extensive experience drafting and filing patent applications
Demonstrated experience as lead counsel for the prosecution of large, subject-matter/priority linked patent applications
Demonstrated experience simultaneously managing multiple active client portfolios, domestically and internationally
Extensive experience with filing procedures and formalities
Excellent written and oral expression
Extensive experience as lead and primary contact for clients
Experience representing both early stage and mature companies
Strong team leadership skills
Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams of associates, technical specialists and paralegals
A background preparing and prosecuting applications in one or more of the following technical areas: electrical engineering; computer hardware, software, and architecture; e-commerce; medical devices; imaging; automotive systems and/or mechanics; mechanical and electromechanical
Must be willing to work remotely, and manage remote teams of personnel
Must be willing to travel

Additional Beneficial Experience

Patent litigation or litigation support experience
Experience in administrative patent proceedings such as Reexaminations, Interference and Derivation proceedings, Inter Partes Review, Post Grant Review, including administrative appeals related to any of the above
Experience with the management of patent and trademark docketing software, recordkeeping, office and file management procedures
Entrepreneurial spirit

Personal Attributes

High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation
Collaborative style and a strong personal commitment to teamwork
Demonstrated ability to communicate well at all levels of the organization
High comfort level with work in a “virtual” environment and eagerness to build relationships and serve and manage personnel at remote locations

Contact
If you are interested in this opportunity and your qualifications match the above, please send your resume and cover letter to Jillian Couling at jcouling@gtclawgroup.com. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Boston, Massachusetts; and Washington D.C.

GTC Law Group LLP (the “firm” or “GTC”) specializes in Intellectual Property Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions and Business & Technology Transactions for IP-centric companies and institutions worldwide. GTC is a Massachusetts registered limited liability partnership headquartered in Westwood, Massachusetts, with an affiliated entity in Toronto, Canada. GTC has attorneys and other personnel working in several cities on a “virtual” office model in which most personnel work from home offices.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Reston, Va.

September 8, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

H.C. Park & Associates, PLC (HCPA) is searching for experienced patent attorneys in the area of patent prosecution.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Richmond, Va.

September 1, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Regulatory

Tredegar Corporation is seeking a Patent Counsel who will report to the Company’s General Counsel and be based in the Company’s Richmond, Virginia headquarters. This individual will lead all activities associated with the Company’s intellectual property initiatives. The Patent Counsel will be a strategic partner to the Company’s business units and play a critical part in the Company’s product innovation process, advising design and development teams and business leaders throughout the product life cycle.

Director, Intellectual Property – Law Firm – Alexandria, Va.

August 31, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC is searching for a Director of Intellectual Property. This position can be located in Alexandria, VA, Philadelphia, PA or Pittsburgh, PA.

This position will direct the day-to-day operations of the Section and practice groups; play a prominent role in the execution of the Section strategic plan and lateral hiring; provide financial management and business planning; and provide workload management of Associates and Paralegals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Analyze IP Section practice performance and search for avenues to increase section and practice group efficiency and profitability. Perform detailed analyses of all financial reports for Section. Investigate as necessary, information contained on the reports for clarification or problem solving.
Review and analyze the monthly financial reports prepared by the Accounting Department and recommend corrective action as required. Provide recommendations on how to improve Section performance and implement recommendations. Prepare any ad hoc financial analyses requested by the Section Leadership or Practice Group Leaders.
Participates in the development of the Section and practice group business development plans with Section Leadership, Practice Group Leaders and the COO. Assist Practice Group Leaders with implementation of Group Business Plans.
Assess and keep abreast of the hiring needs of the Section. Assist with due diligence process for lateral recruiting, working in concert with firm-wide Director of Legal Recruiting and Development.
Work with Section Leadership, Practice Group Leaders, COO and other administrative managers to develop and implement business process improvement programs. Serve as the principle liaison with Business Development and Marketing, Information Systems, Finance and Human Resources.
Facilitate communication between Section Leadership and members of the Section. Serve as a sounding board and bring issues to the attention of management.
Monitor and assist in directing the work flow and assignments for Associates and Paralegals of the Section. Monitor Paralegal and IP Section overtime.
Direct administration of Associate, Paralegal and IP Managers evaluation process by generating and distributing forms, obtaining evaluations for HR, preparing summary of evaluation, and scheduling and attending necessary meetings. Evaluate staff performance, as assigned.
Support the Section and Practice Group Leaders in implementing the Attorney and Paralegal business development plans. As needed, serves as a liaison with the Director of Legal Recruiting and Development in coordinating in-house continuing legal education programs, marketing programs and other professional development activities.
Assist in the recruiting for Paralegal and IP Manager job openings.
Implement the strategic plan and overall goals of the Firm within the IP Section.
Assist with the annual budgeting, preparation of Section plans, and Section progress reports.
Attend and participate in Section events such as Section retreat, lunch meetings, Shareholder and Associate meetings, practice group leadership meetings, holiday parties and client receptions.
Assist in coordination of conflict waivers by reviewing initial determination, providing information to Firm Attorney and overseeing lateral hire conflict checks.
Coordinate IP litigation technology support needs with the Director of Litigation and/or the litigation technology support group.

Required Qualifications/Experience

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or equivalent related work experience
4-6 years of law firm management experience.
Experience with and knowledge of common legal practices primarily in IP and IP Litigation.
Demonstrated experience with managing budgets.
Previous supervisory experience and management of workflow of professional employees.
Previous leadership and management experience.
Strong verbal/written communication skills.
Ability to write, read, interpret business documents.
Strong financial analytical ability. Ability to work with advanced mathematical concepts (probability, percentages, ratios)
Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization.
Strong computer skills, preferably MS Office Suite and litigation specific applications.
Ability to travel as required.

Contact
To apply to this position visit: https://careers.bipc.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Alexandria, Virginia

At Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC, working together - to serve clients and to serve each other - is what we're all about. Our Firm has multiple offices in Florida, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, as well as offices in California, Delaware, North Carolina, Virginia and Washington, D.C.; we are always looking for talented professionals to join our team.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

August 28, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

A Top 25 Intellectual Property law firm in DC is seeking a Patent Prosecution Attorney to join our Mechanical or Electrical group.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

August 21, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

The Washington, D.C. office of Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is in search of a first through third year lateral associate to work in the Patent Practice of the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice Group.

Technical Advisor or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

August 15, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Lee Sullivan Shea & Smith LLP is an intellectual property law firm with offices located in Chicago, Illinois and Austin, Texas.

We are actively seeking those candidates who are interested in a patent career as a Technical Advisor or Patent Agent. Candidates must have a solid technical background and the ability to quickly learn new technologies. The role involves working directly with clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies engaged in protecting new inventions, to startups working on cutting edge technologies. Applicants will be exposed to a variety of technologies in a collaborative environment and will be working directly with inventors to draft detailed patent applications covering the inventors' inventions and to prosecute those applications.

The position will involve the following responsibilities:

- Drafting US patent applications
- Prosecuting patent applications
- Assisting clients with management of patent portfolios and providing recommendations regarding prosecution strategies
- Routinely conducting examiner interviews with the USPTO to expedite prosecution
- Preparing responses to outstanding communications from the USPTO in a timely manner
- Conducting invention disclosure teleconferences with inventors
- Performing complex legal analysis including freedom-to-operate and patentability analysis

A Bachelor’s degree or higher degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent is required for this position. In particular, we are interested in individuals with familiarity and experience in one or more of the following technologies: computer hardware, computer software, networking, communications, audio, video, and analog circuitry.

Actual USPTO patent preparation and prosecution experience is a plus but we are willing to train the right candidate. Must have excellent English communications skills, including a strong writing ability, and superior analytical skills.

We offer competitive salaries, insurance benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Most importantly, we offer a challenging and exciting career opportunity in a small firm environment that includes continued exposure to a wide variety of leading-edge technologies.

Openings are available in both Austin, TX and Chicago, IL.

Contact
To apply, please email Neilesh Patel at: patel@ls3ip.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Austin, Texas or Chicago, Illinois

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Cary, N.C.

August 5, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Coats & Bennett, PLLC, a boutique intellectual property law firm in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, has an immediate need to hire highly motivated Patent Attorneys and Patent Agents who are experienced in patent preparation and prosecution related to telecommunications and electrical technologies.

IP Litigation Attorney – Large Corporation – Wilmington, Del.

August 2, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

DuPont is looking for an IP litigation attorney (0594150721) who will join the DuPont Intellectual Property litigation team with primary focus on patent litigation. A general description of the duties, previously demonstrated experience, expected skills/proficiencies and required qualifications is as follows:

Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage US patent litigation including related post-grant proceedings and other disputes on behalf of the Company for the assigned business. Responsibility for all aspects of litigation and disputes, including responsibility for:
• case development, witness and trial preparation, attendance at key depositions and hearings, engagement with third party neutrals and opposing counsel.
• leading or co-leading cross-functional (e.g., commercial, research/technical, internal and external legal) teams in litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and strategic efforts.
• all aspects of discovery process, including supervising document retention, collection and production processes, electronic discovery processes, etc.
• outside counsel and vendor management, including negotiating fee agreements, creating and monitoring budgets, reporting financial forecasts to internal stakeholders, etc.
• Support strategic efforts for risk assessment, including working with business patent professionals on FTO issues and global IP strategy.
• Provide legal advice to diverse group of highly engaged stakeholders – e.g., commercial, research and other technical stakeholders, and legal and business management teams.
• Partner with legal and non-legal colleagues to address potential disputes in order to avoid litigation.
• Train lawyers and non-lawyers in aspects of litigation related subject matter; act as litigation resource for non-litigation legal colleagues and business.
• Communicate effectively within the organization.

Qualifications
Previously Demonstrated Experience:

• Seeking an individual having a combined minimum of 10 years of patent litigation experience as (1) partner or senior associate at leading law firm with significant patent litigation experience; and (2) an in-house patent litigation professional responsible for significant patent litigations
• Senior level experience in all aspects of litigation – e.g., managing daily activities, taking/defending depositions of key executives, arguing dispositive motions, preparing experts and expert reports, etc.
• Previously demonstrated experience as outside counsel working directly with internal counsel and clients
• Demonstrated ability, experience, and comfort advising and counseling senior executives
• Ability to work effectively with diverse constituency

Expected Skills/Proficiencies
• Subject Matter Expertise: Exceptional skills in all aspects of IP litigation, IP disputes and general litigation matters
• Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively at all levels – e.g., equally comfortable with scientists, sales/marketing and corporate executives
• Teamwork: Team focused and willingness to contribute to highly motivated team of experienced professionals
• Leadership: Ability to lead or co-lead cross-functional team of subject matter experts – i.e., senior research, commercial or corporate executives – in strategic matters
• Accountability/Responsibility: Remaining accountable and responsible for legal matters and legal advice to the business
• Business Focus: Ability to learn all aspects of business and then translate or apply legal or litigation issues to business issues and objectives

Basic Qualifications
• Minimum 10 years’ patent litigation experience
• Juris Doctorate degree from accredited law school
• Admission to state bar
• Biotechnology background preferred but not required
• Admission to the USPTO preferred but not required

Contact
Apply online at: http://careers.dupont.com/jobsearch/job-details/ip-litigation/0594150721/. EOE.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Wilmington, Delaware

Patent Attorney – USPTO – Alexandria, Va.

July 24, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Government

The Office of the Solicitor, a division in the Office of General Counsel (OGC) at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), is seeking an experienced and talented individual to serve as a Patent Attorney. The Office of the Solicitor acts as legal counsel to the USPTO on intellectual property law matters and also works in collaboration with the Department of Commerce on interagency intellectual property law matters. The work is challenging, the atmosphere is professional, and the diverse attorneys enjoy a high quality of work life rarely found in the legal field.

Research Assistant/Project Intern – University – Houston, Texas (Updated)

July 23, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Educational

The Baylor College of Medicine Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy plans to hire two part–time Research Assistants (8 hours per week) to assist with a one-year NIH-funded research project that will assess the impact of recent U.S. Supreme Court jurisprudence on patenting strategies in genomic innovation. The work can be done remotely and will not require relocation.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

July 21, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Sheppard Mullin's Intellectual Property practice seeks a patent agent with 2 to 4 years of experience to join our growing and dynamic team, working in either D.C. or Northern Virginia. Since 2010, the firm’s IP group has strategically doubled in size, growing from 45 to nearly 100 IP professionals, to support our burgeoning client base. We and take pride in our diverse and collaborative team of attorneys and staff committed to professional excellence in a collegial environment.

From Fortune 500’s to startups, we represent a range of industries and cutting edge technologies. The person hired for this position will work closely with attorneys to draft and prosecute applications to support clients in gaming, social media, augmented reality, virtual reality, and interactive media industries. The ideal candidate will be at least a user, if not an enthusiast, of technology in these industries. The position presents opportunities to interact with leading inventors and entrepreneurs in these emerging fields.

Responsibilities

Draft US patent applications
Prosecute patent applications
Assist clients with management of patent portfolios and provide recommendations regarding prosecution strategies
Routinely conduct examiner interviews with the USPTO to expedite prosecution
Prepare responses to outstanding communications from the USPTO in a timely manner
Conduct invention disclosure teleconferences with inventors
Perform complex legal analysis including freedom-to-operate and patentability analysis
Participate in invention disclosure teleconferences

Qualifications

The candidate must be admitted to the patent bar and have experience in patent prosecution; USPTO experience preferred. Excellent academic credentials and great communication skills are required.
A technical undergraduate degree in computer science or electrical engineering is preferred although applicants with other technical undergraduate degrees will be considered
Experience in drafting US patent applications required; prosecution experience preferred
Excellent technical, writing, communication and analytical skills
Must be a team-player and willing to “take ownership” of projects.
Law school students who are registered patent agents are welcome to apply
Patent Agents applying for this position must be registered to practice before the USPTO, though we will consider Technical Advisors that are qualified to sit for the registration exam. USPTO experience preferred

Contact
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, and resume to MKershek@SheppardMullin.com Note to Search Firms: if you wish to submit a candidate for this position, you must have in place, or be prepared to sign, Sheppard Mullin's current fee agreement before submitting your candidate's resume and transcript.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Washington, D.C.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Flexible Location

July 16, 2015- 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, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dilworth IP is seeking a highly competent Patent Attorney with at least 8 years of experience, possessing extensive experience writing and prosecuting software and electrical patents while exhibiting a high degree of professionalism and productivity. Compensation package is competitive and rewards productivity.

Legal Assistant / Practice Coordinator – Law Firm – Alexandria, Va.

July 7, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

Lowe Hauptman & Ham, LLP requires the services of a talented Practice Coordinator to assist with the management of its largest practice. The ideal candidate will know most of the patent process, from beginning to end, have good tenure and at least 5 years patent prosecution experience.

Patent Paralegal – Law Firm – Reston, Va.

July 6, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Marbury Law Group, PLLC has an opening for an experienced, highly qualified Patent Paralegal.

Experience
Experience in foreign patent prosecution is preferred. Outstanding candidates with experience in only U.S. prosecution will also be considered.

A minimum of five years of foreign and/or U.S. patent prosecution experience is required.

The ideal candidate will have superior attention to detail, ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task, excellent inter-personal and relationship management skills, ability to maintain and properly handle confidential client information, ability to exercise good judgment, and will have good tenure and outstanding references.

Duties
Duties will include preparing PCT and international forms; electronic filing of documents in the USPTO, International Bureau, and various International Searching Authorities; responses to office actions and Information Disclosure Statements, preparing foreign filing order letters, communicating with associates throughout the world; preparing other patent forms and correspondence.

Duties will also include management of patent docket including reviewing and docketing patent correspondence, updating the status of patents and patent applications, assisting patent attorneys, and inspection of electronic patent file histories. Additional duties may include assistance with overflow trademark prosecution and export control clearance projects on an as needed basis.

Salary
We offer a generous base salary with an expectation of 960 minimum billable hours per year.

For candidates who generate over 960 billable hours per year, we also offer a guaranteed bonus for each hour deemed billable over 960 hours.

Total compensation is based on experience, but is projected to be about $95,000 to $100,000 for about 1600 billable hours. If performance is accurate and efficient, salary may be projected to be well over $100,000 for about 1800 to 1900 billable hours during a normal working year.

Contact
Please email cover letter, resume and two letters of reference to fessig@marburylaw.com
• Location: Reston
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• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Reston, Virginia

Marbury is one of Metro Washington, D.C.’s premier mid-size, full service intellectual property and technology, commercial law, litigation, and trademark litigation law firms, having achieved the AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Founded in 1994, the firm represents a full spectrum of clients from Fortune 500 companies, mid-size technology companies, high tech start-ups, and venture capital funds. Marbury offers a professional, supportive and efficient office environment. The professionalism and efficiency eliminates the need for last minute midnight filings. Marbury partners are accessible and have an open-door policy, which allows for an easy work flow. Marbury also offers casual dress, flexible work hours, low minimum billable hours requirement, free parking, and comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, health insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, etc. We are located in Reston a few blocks from the Reston Town Center and a few blocks from Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station, Silver line. For more information, visit our website.