Senior Patent Agent / Attorney – Law Firm – Rockville, Md.

December 10, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Agent, 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 to assist in its growing domestic and international biotechnology and high technology patent prosecution practice.

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

December 3, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Oliff PLC, a full service IP Law Firm in Alexandria, Virginia is seeking Patent Attorneys or Agents with a background in electrical engineering and computer science, or closely related fields. Applicants must have a minimum of two years of solid patent prosecution experience in a law firm; some experience drafting patent applications is preferred. Positions involve all aspects of patent prosecution, with opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility and movement into other areas of our IP practice. Competitive salary and benefits package. EOE.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Houston, Texas

December 3, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Chevron is one of the world's leading energy companies, with approximately 60,000 employees working in countries around the world. We explore, produce and transport crude oil and natural gas; refine, market and distribute fuels and other energy products; manufacture and sell petrochemical products; generate power; and develop future energy resources, including biofuels and geothermal energy.

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Patent Agent through December 14, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) in Houston, Texas.

Position Overview

Leads Chevron Business Units in developing an Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio, and in particular a patent portfolio, that provides competitive advantage for Chevron while maintaining Intellectual Property risk mitigation practices to substantially reduce the risk to Chevron's businesses. Collaborates with department-level Intellectual Property managers and coordinators in partnership with Chevron IP attorneys to design, adapt and deploy processes that will ensure appropriate management of Chevron's intellectual property.
Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:
Maintains knowledge of Chevron's patent portfolio and of competitors' patenting activities in connection with one or more selected technologies such as:
Exploration – Geoscience, including seismic data interpretation and imaging
Supports (in some instances may include organizing and leading) regular invention disclosure review meetings with the relevant business.
Exercises and maintains authoritative technical knowledge of Chevron technologies for assigned technology area(s).
Develops and implements Intellectual Property Strategies for managing Chevron innovations, intellectual property portfolios, and trade secrets for assigned technology area(s).
Maintains an understanding of third party patents relevant to Chevron's businesses and assists IP attorneys with freedom-to-operate studies.
Leads and organizes efforts to identify inventions and develop invention disclosures. Assists inventors with the writing and submittal of invention disclosures, instructs inventors in legal requirements for a patentable invention and advises on research data needed to support patentability of Chevron inventions.
Critically reviews and evaluates Chevron invention disclosures. Performs technical analysis of Chevron's inventions and conducts, directs and evaluates patentability searches.
Exercises knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent laws and procedures.
Independently prepares Chevron patent applications and prosecutes U.S. and foreign patent applications to maximize protection and value for Chevron inventions.
Provides technical reviews and support for freedom-to-operate assessments, IP enforcement matters, and external publications.
Initiates and maintains effective communications with researchers, business leaders and legal colleagues.
Leads, organizes and/or supports patent committee meetings to facilitate portfolio management.
Assists with the collection of patent filing statistics and other department metrics to assess performance of IP Legal support.
Works well with teams in a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in physics, the geosciences or comparable scientific discipline.
Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office in 2011 or earlier.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution activities, preferably in a law firm environment.
Advanced degree in physics, the geosciences or comparable scientific discipline.
Substantial experience in drafting and prosecuting applications directed to inventions in the seismic data interpretation and/or imaging.

Relocation Options

Relocation will be considered within Chevron parameters.
International Considerations:
Expatriate assignments will not be considered.
Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

Contact
Please use this link to apply online: https://www.chevron.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=42545&CurrentPage=1.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Houston, Texas

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Gaithersburg, Md.

November 29, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC, an established IP boutique in Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking candidates for the following full-time, immediate, position:

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Alexandria, Va. (Telecommuting)

November 18, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hauptman & Ham, LLP, an intellectual property law firm located in Northern Virginia, seeks experienced candidates for its patent prosecution practice due to its rapid growth. An advanced degree and industry work experience in semiconductor processing is a must. Versatility in other technical areas is a plus.

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

November 16, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

NSIP LAW has been consistently growing and is thus seeking resumes from patent attorneys or patent agents interested in joining our team. We welcome resumes from attorneys or agents with at least two years of experience or those with significant experience. We also welcome resumes from candidates with USPTO experience. For candidates with significant amounts of experience, although portable business is welcome, it is not required.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Charlotte, N.C.

November 13, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

InVue is drive the growth of InVue’s IP portfolio and support the Chief IP Counsel in a variety of IP-related tasks. Your mission is to protect InVue's IP and ensure that InVue has the freedom-to-practice its own products. You will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with InVue's innovation and engineering teams throughout the product development process.

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

November 13, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Mannava & Kang, P.C., a boutique intellectual property law firm in Fairfax, Virginia, is currently seeking a full-time Electrical Engineering Patent Attorney/Agent. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. At least 2 years of patent prosecution experience is preferred.

Intellectual Property Associate or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

November 13, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Intellectual Property group at Sutherland is seeking a second to fourth year Associate or Patent Agent experienced in patent preparation and prosecution. Candidates should be members of the Patent Bar and have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or an associated discipline. Relevant technological experience with software, semiconductor process and integration, cloud computing, network technologies, digital imaging, wireless communications, and/or consumer electronics is preferred. Excellent academics are required.

Patent Prosecution/Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations (Updated)

November 10, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC has an immediate opening for a Patent Prosecution/Litigation Associate with a Ph.D. in biotechnology. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in legal research, drafting pleadings, discovery and patent prosecution. We seek candidates with transferrable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools. Virginia Bar membership preferred.

Patent Litigation/Post-Grant Proceedings Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

November 10, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC has an immediate opening for a Patent Litigation/Post-Grant Proceedings Associate with a minimum of 5 years of experience in legal research, drafting pleadings, discovery and patent prosecution. The ideal candidate will have a technical background with a Ph.D. in biotechnology or chemistry. We seek candidates with transferrable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools. Virginia Bar membership preferred.

Contractor Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Austin, Texas (Telecommute)

November 1, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Polansky & Associates currently has a unique virtual (work from anywhere) contractor opportunity for an experienced patent attorney/agent with an EE or related degree who is registered to practice with the USPTO. Reporting directly to the Managing Partner/Owner, this part-time position provides unlimited opportunity for professional growth, including possible full time employment in the future. Billing/collection-based compensation is negotiable.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Alexandria, Va. (Updated)

October 21, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Oliff PLC, a full service IP Law Firm in Alexandria, Virginia is seeking Patent Attorneys or Agents with a background in electrical engineering and computer science, or closely related fields Applicants must have a minimum of one year of solid patent prosecution experience in a law firm; some experience drafting patent applications is preferred. Positions involve all aspects of patent prosecution, with opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility and movement into other areas of our IP practice. Competitive salary and benefits package.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

October 18, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Gilliam IP is a young, growing IP law firm looking for another team member. We are growing because we strive for excellence in our practice, not because of a marketing team or firm size. Our clients consider us to be one of their best (if not best) patent outside counsel, and you must be someone who will help the team never fall short of that reputation. We will train whoever we hire in all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution to meet our standards.

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.