Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC, a growing, mid-size Rockville, Maryland law firm seeks an associate with at least two years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications in mechanical arts. Candidates should possess a degree in mechanical engineering and have strong writing skills. Familiarity with USPTO practices and prior experience in engineering are desirable. Pleasant work environment, competitive benefits and great work/life balance atmosphere.
Contact: Send cover letter, resume and transcripts to: dmr@usiplaw.com or fax to 240-864-2490.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Rockville, Maryland
The Cincinnati office of Baker & Hostetler LLP seeks an IP attorney with 2 to 5 years experience in patent prosecution, patent opinion, and other patent work. Prefer technical degree, background, or experience in biomechanical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, semiconductor design, or software engineering. Superior academics and solid prior law firm experience required. Salary commensurate with experience.
Baker & Hostetler LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact: Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and copy of law school transcript (all of which will be kept confidential) to:
The Cincinnati office of Baker & Hostetler LLP seeks an IP attorney with 4 to 6 years experience in patent litigation. Prefer technical degree, background, or experience in biomechanical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, semiconductor design, or software engineering. Superior academics and solid prior law firm experience required. Salary commensurate with experience.
Baker & Hostetler LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact: Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and copy of law school transcript (all of which will be kept confidential) to:
A successful Pittsburgh start-up is looking for a patent agent/attorney with a background in electrical and computer engineering. Basic job duties will be to prosecute and expand a docket focusing on consumer electronic devices.
Required experience is two years drafting and prosecuting domestic applications. Preferred experience is at least five years of patent drafting and prosecution.
Compensation packages will include a combination of salary and equity.
Applicant must be self-motivated and desire to work in a high-growth, high-profile startup. Applicant will report to the company's General Counsel and CEO.
Faced with a growing backlog and long patent pendency periods in a difficult fiscal environment, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is reaching out to former patent examiners, inviting them to return to the agency. “Because of their prior experience, returning examiners will need little training and will be able to hit the ground running,” said USPTO Director David Kappos. “These examiners can have an immediate impact on the patent examination backlog and reducing the backlog is our top priority.”
Former examiners who have passed their probationary requirement and who have resigned less than three years ago or have more than three years experience examining patents are invited to apply. The USPTO estimates that a few hundred former examiners are eligible to be rehired. Of that number, less than 100 are expected to accept the offer. Vacancy announcements for the positions have been posted at www.USAJobs.gov. The openings are for GS-9 through GS-14.
The initiative to rehire examiners will not increase the size of the agency’s workforce, but it will hopefully help the agency keep pace with the attrition rate. Currently 30 to 40 examiners per month leave the USPTO.
The rehire initiative is another example of the USPTO’s efforts recently to implement creative approaches to addressing the backlog and pendency. During the last several months, the USPTO has revamped the patent examiner count system to improve the examination process. It has also expanded the petition to make special option to green technologies and applicants who agree to abandon applications they deem less important.
Solid and growing patent law firm seeking a patent prosecution attorney with background in computer science or computer engineering/electrical engineering with a minimum of 3 years prosecution experience. Experience working with U.S. clients a plus. Areas of technology will include telecom, connectors, semiconductors, software and business methods.
Non-infringement and invalidity opinion preparation experience a plus. Looking for a team player to help manage existing firm clients. Pleasant working environment. Great location in front of the King Street Metro Station, in the heart of Old Town, Alexandria. We also provide great benefits, including health, dental, vision, and 401K, plus bonuses to name a few. Opportunities for advancement for the motivated candidate. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
Email clewis@KramerAmado.com or fax your resume and cover letter in confidence to 703-519-9802.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Alexandria, Virginia
INVISTA is currently seeking a business-focused Patent Attorney to provide counsel and support to one of our largest divisions. A critical success factor for this position is the ability to synthesize technical concepts from interactions with technical staff into meaningful action items for business leadership. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, possess the ability to quickly adapt to changes in the business, and must demonstrate a strong work ethic. The incumbent will prepare and prosecute chemical composition and process patent applications for INVISTA's Intermediates business, bring and defend patent oppositions, conduct freedom-to-operate and patent validity studies, draft and negotiate patent and technology related agreements and manage outside counsel's performance of similar tasks.
In addition, the incumbent will provide patent related legal counsel to Senior R&D and Business leaders in one of INVISTA's largest businesses units. Such counsel will include providing strategic patent and patent related legal guidance to the business unit, which will align with the business strategy and vision. The successful candidate will be expected to provide these legal services with limited supervision and oversight. INVISTA is looking for an applicant with at least one major area of expertise that the rest of the legal organization may rely upon. The position will report to the chief patent counsel and will provide functional guidance to support professionals in patent preparation, prosecution, and freedom-to-operate studies.
Experience & Skills Required: * 4 + years of patent preparation and prosecution experience at a major corporation and/or intellectual property law firm. * Undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science or Polymer Engineering * Registration to practice before the USPTO * Licensed to practice law in at least one state.
Preferred Experience & Skills: * Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry * 3+ years of prior work experience in a field within the chemical industry * Experience managing technical and/or engineering personnel * Experience communicating complex or technical issues and proposals to business leaders.
Please visit our website to apply for this opportunity or to learn more about INVISTA. At INVISTA, a world leader in fibers and polymers, you can advance professionally while helping improve products you depend on every day. We're a subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., one of the largest privately held companies in the world. When you succeed here, you can open the door to opportunities within the diverse business segments of INVISTA and other Koch companies around the globe.
We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug tests are required, unless prohibited by state law
Competitive wages and benefits packages commensurate with experience.
Charlotte intellectual property firm seeks patent attorney with 3-6 years experience. Opportunity for varied prep/pros and litigation in mechanical and electro-mechanical areas with emphasis on aviation, medical, seating, process and other challenging disciplines with substantial international practice. Excellent salary and benefits. NC bar membership essential. Inquiries treated in absolute confidence.
Contact: Interested applicants should send resumes to info@adamspat.com (Attn: Business Manager, Adams Law Firm, P.A.).
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Note: Link to application was incorrect. Please see updated contact information.
Vonage is seeking an IP attorney for its Holmdel, N.J. headquarters. The IP attorney provides independent IP legal advice to the company, oversees prosecution of the Company’s patent and trademark portfolio, supports and manages outside IP counsel, implements and is a champion of the company’s IP strategy, conducts patent investigations and product clearances, and provides advice and support for IP-related agreements.
Essential Job Functions: • Implements Vonage’s IP strategy based on a thorough understanding of the business strategy • Manages and supports outside counsel in IP litigation • Manages Vonage’s IP portfolio development and asset management to achieve business alignment • Prosecutes patent applications • Conducts patent searches and evaluations in support of new product development • Participates in new product development stage gate process reviews to ascertain compliance with IP questions • Provides counsel regarding adoption and use of trademarks • Evaluates potential 3rd party infringement of Vonage IP • Handles 3rd party patent and trademark claims assertions • Counsels business managers regarding IP matters and strategy • Negotiates and draft intellectual property agreements • Renders opinions on patentability, freedom to operate (patent clearances) and intellectual property enforcement and infringement matters Specific Requirements (Technical Knowledge, Software, Etc.): • 7-10+ years of IP legal experience required • Registered patent agent • Experience implementing IP strategy (including familiarity with IP review committee process) • Patent and trademark litigation experience • Experience with product clearance, including prior art searches and review, and infringement and validity opinion drafting • Experience in the telecom or software industry
Additional Skills (Would like to have but not required): • Trademark prosecution experience • Experience drafting IP licenses and licensing agreements • Prior in-house counsel experience
Education • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics or other technical area (e.g. electrical or mechanical engineering) from an accredited school preferred • Juris degree from accredited law school and admission to a state bar; active and in good standing
Contact: Interested applicants can apply online by going to: https://www.cytiva.com/von/Detail_von.asp?von2115. Be sure to select 'Patently-O' as your source. Note: Previous contact link directed to an incorrect listing. Please re-apply at the updated link above. Thanks!
Additional Info : Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Holmdel, New Jersey
AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Patent Attorney – Neuroscience.
In this position, you will be responsible for global intellectual property matters in Neuroscience. The selected candidate will create and maintain global patent portfolios for Research, Development and Sales projects, perform contract review and due diligence on research and licensing opportunities, and take an active Intellectual Property role in project teams from early development through patent expiration.
Qualifications: • BS/MS in Organic Chemistry and JD required; PhD in Organic Chemistry preferred • 7+ years of patent experience • Background in organic/medicinal chemistry • Significant experience preparing and prosecuting small molecule patent applications • Global patent experience in the pharmaceutical industry preferred
Contact: At AstraZeneca, we put people first. Whether it’s the patients we help or the employees who make everything we do possible.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Wilmington, Delaware
I want to advance my career.
You can at AstraZeneca. AstraZeneca is a major international healthcare business engaged in the research, development, manufacture and marketing of prescription pharmaceuticals and the supply of healthcare services. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.
AstraZeneca is seeking a Principal Patent Attorney.
In this position, you will be responsible for global intellectual property matters in Neuroscience. The selected candidate will create and maintain global patent portfolios for Research, Development and Sales, counsel clients on patent law and practice, perform contract review and due diligence on licensing opportunities, and manage outside counsel.
Qualifications: • BS/MS in Organic Chemistry required; PhD in Organic Chemistry preferred • JD (US); Qualified EPA (Europe) • 10+ years of patent experience or 5+ years of post-qualification experience (Europe) • Background in organic/medicinal chemistry • Highly experienced in US and European Patent Law and Litigation matters • Significant experience preparing and prosecuting small molecule patent applications within or for the pharmaceutical industry • Global patent experience in the pharmaceutical industry preferred
Contact: At AstraZeneca, we put people first. Whether it’s the patients we help or the employees who make everything we do possible.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Wilmington, Delaware
I want to advance my career.
You can at AstraZeneca. AstraZeneca is a major international healthcare business engaged in the research, development, manufacture and marketing of prescription pharmaceuticals and the supply of healthcare services. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.
About LELG: • We are a four-lawyer IP boutique law firm located in Richmond, Virginia. Our practice includes patents, trademarks, copyrights and licensing. Two of our attorneys specialize in patent matters. • LELG has an extensive technology infrastructure and extensive IP legal resources. • Our offices are in the heart of downtown Richmond in Three James Center, overlooking the James River. We have a modern YMCA in our building and are in the middle of a great restaurant district. • LELG is recommended by Chambers USA and holds a Martindale AV rating. John Farmer is listed in Best Lawyers in America. • Find out a lot more at www.LeadingEdgeLaw.com.
About the Position: • We are seeking an experienced patent attorney to join our firm. This person must have at least four years experience in patent prosecution and counseling. • The candidate must have experience in patent prosecution of computer technology inventions. We strongly prefer that the candidate have either a degree in electrical engineering or computer science. • The primary purpose of this hire is to replace one of our patent attorneys, who plans to retire soon. Specifically, we want to find an attorney who can take primary responsibility for our substantial patent-prosecution relationship with a large, publicly-traded patent client. • We are open to discussing various work schedules and compensation models. Yet, with great success, we have used a model where one earns a substantial percentage of one’s collected productivity plus a percentage of one’s collected origination. • This model pays partner-level percentages of productivity and origination without the lawyer having to make a capital contribution. • It eliminates the need for a billable hour goal and gives you work flexibility. • We take and keep only clients who pay on time, so working on a collected fees basis has worked fine. • A candidate must have each of these attributes to be considered: • At least four years of patent prosecution experience in a reputable legal environment, • A reputation for doing high-quality work and for staying abreast of relevant IP legal developments, • Solid educational credentials, • Good writing and client-counseling ability, and • A friendly and kind personality. • While not required, it would be a bonus for a candidate to have these attributes: • Experience and interest in trademarks, copyrights and licensing, and • Exposure to intellectual property litigation.
An intellectual property law firm located in Northern Virginia currently seeks candidates with degrees in Biotechnology for its patent prosecution practice. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience as an agent or attorney in patent prosecution.
The firm offers a relaxed environment with a very competitive salary, benefits and bonus structure.
Contact: To apply, please send cover letter and resume via e-mail to hripfirm@yahoo.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Northern Virginia
ALSTOM Power Inc., a world leader in the supply of power generation equipment and services, is currently recruiting an Intellectual Property Counsel for its worldwide Environmental Systems and CO2 Capture activities. The position will be based in Knoxville, Tennessee.
The Intellectual Property Counsel will advise management in all areas of intellectual property (IP) law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. The position’s primary responsibilities include:
• Developing and implementing IP strategies for Alstom’s Environmental Systems and CO2 Capture activities • Managing patent and trademark portfolios to support these IP strategies • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating IP related contract terms and conditions • Enforcing Alstom’s IP portfolio, including handling pre-litigation patent disputes and inquiries • Developing business plans and product designs to avoid IP infringement • Reviewing, preparing, and prosecuting patent and trademark applications • Conducting IP due diligence for transactions and acquisitions • Providing IP training to Alstom employees • Reviewing and monitoring IP budgets for Alstom businesses • Managing relationships with outside counsel • Monitoring compliance with the company’s legal agreements, legal procedures and management instructions • Performing other duties and ad hoc projects, as assigned
Qualified candidates will have 10+ years experience in IP law, a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering, admission to a state bar, and registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Preference is given to candidates with in-house experience and experience working in an international environment.
The candidate must also exhibit strong self-starting behavior, have a positive attitude, work well as a team player, and display a level of initiative to handle the various projects and responsibilities of the position. Must have demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment and possess strong communication and organizational skills.
Candidates wishing to be considered for this position must have the legal right to work and live in the USA. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or expatriate status. Candidates must be prepared to accept local terms and conditions.
ALSTOM Power Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.
ALSTOM Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
AIPLA is seeking an attorney to serve as one of two Deputy Executive Directors with the principal day-to-day responsibility for international intellectual property issues of concern to the Association and issues relating to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Performs a wide range of representational functions relating to the nature of the Association’s preeminent role in domestic and international IP issues. Performs in-depth research and analysis on domestic and international legal topics as assigned. Independently exercises significant discretion and judgment in carrying out assignments.
Reports to the Executive Director.
The successful candidate will have an in-depth knowledge of and experience with international and USG-related intellectual property issues, policies, and organizations. A law degree with special expertise in the field of intellectual property law is required. Working relationships and experience in the USPTO is highly desirable, as are a proven track record of success in prior related work and superior communication skills.
Contact: Please submit resume and cover letter to Meghan Donohoe at mdonohoe@aipla.org.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Other Job Location: Arlington, Virginia
Young & Thompson, a prestigious, progressive, mid sized, boutique intellectual property law firm located in Alexandria, Virginia, currently seeks candidates with degrees in Electrical Engineering with experience in the semi-conductor & materials science arts for its patent prosecution practice. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience as an agent or attorney in patent prosecution.
The firm offers a relaxed environment in waterfront offices with a very competitive salary, benefits and bonus structure. The firm’s unique structure provides a fulfilling and rewarding career opportunity for interested applicants.
Washington, D.C. Intellectual Property Law Firm Staas and Halsey LLP is seeking a highly motivated, patent attorney or registered patent agent to help grow the firm’s chemical prosecution practice. Position requires bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering. Applicant should have excellent English language and writing skills and 1 to 2 years of patent prosecution experience or very strong prosecution knowledge base.
Contact: Please submit letter of interest and resume to attorney.employment@s-n-h.com. Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Washington, D.C.
The new U.S. Patent Counsel will be a member of Cadbury’s Group IP, reporting to Scott Allison (VP & Chief Patent Counsel), and be based in the confectionery research facilities in Whippany, New Jersey. The position will require frequent travel to Cadbury’s offices in Parsippany, New Jersey. Other national and international travel on a periodic basis also is expected.
The duties of the new Patent Counsel will be directed to a variety of patent matters, with approximately 85+% of the work being directed to the following areas: 1. Providing counseling on patent matters for Cadbury; 2. Patent prosecution and management of outside patent prosecution counsel; 3. Regional, and global clearance projects; and 4. Competitor monitoring and competitive analysis.
The remaining time will be left available for litigation support, licensing, education/training, administrative tasks, and other projects.
The successful candidate will: • have 5-7 years of legal experience • be a licensed U.S. patent attorney • have significantly relevant technical background (e.g., chemistry, food science) and experience • corporate experience preferred
Contact: To apply for this position, please visit www.careersUS.cadbury.com, and click on "Join Our Team" to access the Global Cadbury website. Please reference job CSAC695 under "Current Jobs - USA".
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Whippany, NJ
Brake Hughes Bellermann LLP seeks a patent attorney for its patent prosecution practice. Our firm handles patent prosecution and counseling for a range of technologies, including computers, software, electronics, mechanical engineering, and networking/communications. We offer a friendly and flexible work environment with an “office-less” structure. While the firm is based in Washington, DC, several of our attorneys are located on the West Coast, and we will consider non-DC locations for qualified candidates.
We are one of the few firms that aspires to be a full-service patent prosecution firm in a truly virtual setting. By contrast, various other firms have a physical presence somewhere but allow attorneys to work remotely. However, we understand that such remote attorneys struggle with the partnership track or otherwise to fit in or advance within the firm culture. Also, there are micro, 1-3 person firms that are completely virtual but that don't offer real growth prospects for an incoming attorney. We feel BHB is unique because we can offer candidates the opportunity to grow their career in a traditional sense of developing their practice, participating in the firm’s growth, eventually becoming partner, etc., while allowing them flexibility of location.
Compensation at BHB is highly competitive with other Washington, DC-based firms. Benefits include 401k, medical, and dental insurance.
Requirements: • Ability to understand complex information and to explain the information clearly • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or related fields (advanced degree and/or industry experience preferred) • 2-8 years of experience with preparing and prosecuting U.S. patent applications • Registration to practice before the USPTO
Contact: To apply for this position, please send the following to careers@brakehughes.com: • Current Resume • USPTO Registration Number • Attorney Bar Number(s) • Undergrad, Grad, and Law School Transcripts • Estimate of number and types of Patent Applications Written • Estimate of number and types of Office Action Responses Handled • Relevant Writing Sample (e.g., patent/publication number(s) of drafted applications) Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Location: Washington, D.C.
Management Recruiters of Union County is looking to place attorneys in several IP/Patent positions at Washington D.C., New York and New Jersey locations.
• Engineering background (preferably ME or EE) a must • Top-notch firms with sophisticated prosecution & litigation work.
Competitive compensations and comprehensive benefits. All inquiries will be handled in strictest confidence.
Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC, a growing, mid-size Rockville, Maryland law firm seeks an associate with at least two years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications in mechanical arts. Candidates should possess a degree in mechanical engineering and have strong writing skills. Familiarity with USPTO practices and prior experience in engineering are desirable. Pleasant work environment, competitive benefits and great work/life balance atmosphere.
