Patent Scientist – Large Corporation – St. Louis, Mo.

March 17, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house)

Monsanto is seeking a highly motivated Patent Scientist to help manage our portfolio of intellectual property and contribute to the development of the IP protection strategy for the Agricultural Productivity Innovations pipeline. The Patent Scientist role serves as a liaison between scientists and Monsanto's internal and external legal teams to support the protection of Monsanto's research programs, with emphasis on chemistry-based products and enabling technologies.

Twenty years from now, the earth’s population will need 55% more food than it can produce now. Today, Monsanto is working with farmers around the world to do something about it. In over 60 countries, Monsanto has established industry-leading products because we give professionals the freedom to make real decisions. Monsanto is an Employer Of Choice with an outstanding professional development program and a history of building careers. Make an impact by joining the team that is working to solve one of mankind’s greatest challenges.

This role will offer the opportunity to work directly with complex, proprietary technology and to develop the strategies and contribute to our Freedom to Operate, patentability assessments, patent preparation/prosecution, deliver IP education, and enhance IP awareness to protect Monsanto's global chemistry pipeline. The Patent Scientist will also interact with the leadership teams across multiple technology platforms.

Required Education and Skills/Experience:

Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Chemistry
Minimum of two or more years of research experience
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to work closely with diverse teams with varying priorities to coordinate workflows and drive them to their conclusion
Ability to work and deliver under stringent timelines
Critical thinking and attention to detail

Desired Education and Skills/Experience:

PhD
Two or more year of experience working in the scientific industry
Proven track record as a Patent Scientist
Experience in performing Freedom to Operate, IP landscape and patentability assessments, and/or patent preparation and prosecution
Experience in public domain searching
Experience in aggregating, organizing, and analyzing complex, multi-source information

Who is Monsanto?

Monsanto is an agriculture company with more than 20,000 employees focused on making a balanced meal accessible to everyone. We work to help farmers produce food in a more sustainable way. We think about how our food is grown so farmers have the tools they need to have better harvests.

We believe that bringing diverse perspectives together is the most effective way to develop creative solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges. Career opportunities at Monsanto range from farming, plant breeding, chemistry and engineering to marketing, environmental science, IT and many other areas. We’re always looking for exceptional professionals interested in developing a strong career while collaborating to develop solutions for sustainable agriculture. Sound like a job for you?

Why work with us?

Life at Monsanto means collaborating with dedicated professionals in a stimulating environment
Our people demonstrate our winning culture through positive and meaningful relationships
You will work with market leading brand products in a global organization
We provide competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and some of the best career development opportunities in the industry
Monsanto is named Great Place to Work in many countries around the world

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://jobs.monsanto.com/job/st-louis/patent-scientist/769/3890907.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Chemical Patent Agent – Law Firm – Milwaukee, Wisc.

March 9, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Husch Blackwell LLP, a full-service law firm, has an immediate opening for a Chemical Patent Agent in our Milwaukee, WI office.
Responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the chemical and mechanical arts. Additionally, and under the supervision of lawyers, the individual will assume significant client responsibilities, provide high-quality services to domestic and foreign clients, and communicate with other practitioners and staff.

Mechanical Patent Prosecution Associate / Agent – Law Firm – Des Moines, Iowa

March 7, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

mckee McKee, Voorhees & Sease seeks a full-time associate patent attorney or a patent agent to join its growing Mechanical Practice Group in its Des Moines office. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, and are preferably registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Candidates will be considered who demonstrate a strong knowledge of patent prosecution in the mechanical and/or electrical fields. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials and strong research, writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Candidates having 1-3 years of experience in patent prosecution in this field are preferred.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Johnston, Iowa

March 2, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Print DuPont Pioneer, located in Johnston, Iowa has an opening for an experienced U.S. Patent Agent. This is a highly visible, key role within Pioneer’s Intellectual Property group which provides an exciting opportunity to work within a team yet self-manage independence. An individual well-suited to this position must exhibit vision, integrity, commitment, leadership, self-motivation, maturity and judgment. The Pioneer Patent Agent has diverse responsibilities including U.S. patent drafting, U.S. and foreign patent prosecution, patent administrative proceedings, IP portfolio strategy, invention development, inventor education, patentability and landscape analysis.

Qualifications: In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:

Requirements:

B.S. degree and strong background in microbiology, biochemistry, or molecular biology;
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in drafting and/or prosecuting biotech patent applications as a Registered U.S. Patent Agent;
Drafted and filed at least 15 priority patent applications on distinct inventions during the past 3 years;
Capability of connecting scientific details of research projects with patentability considerations;
Experience working with foreign associates to assist and coordinate filing and prosecution of international patent matters;
Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal direction;
Ability to maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or work environment and to facilitate implementation and acceptance of change within the work place;
Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to prioritize projects and meet aggressive deadlines;
Superior communication, influencing and networking skills;
Outstanding writing skills as demonstrated by original writing samples of patent applications, prosecution submissions, memorandums, and other communications.

The following skill sets are preferred by the Legal function:

Advanced (M.S. or Ph.D.) degree with focus on biochemistry, protein sciences, genetics, microbiology, or other like disciplines;
Post-graduate R&D laboratory experience for 2 or more years;
Some law firm experience is a plus;
Experience with independently prosecuting large patent dockets;
Experience with developing and implementing IP strategies, conducting freedom to-operate analyses, IP portfolio analyses, and/or landscape mapping;
Experience in working with business and technical teams to develop IP strategies for technical programs.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: http://careers.dupont.com/jobsearch/job-details/patent-agent/012659W-01/.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Johnston, Iowa

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Flexible

March 2, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

fiala Fiala & Weaver P.L.L.C. is seeking part-time and full-time patent attorneys and agents to assist us with our growing practice. Opportunities are available primarily for preparation and prosecution work for a variety of clients in the electrical, electro-mechanical, software, and Internet technology areas. Persons with law firm experience and/or tech industry experience, as well as present and former Examiners, are all encouraged to apply. We offer excellent compensation and a relaxed work environment. Inquiries are treated in absolute confidence. Portable business is not required. Applicants may be remotely located. USPTO registration (in good standing) is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or related field is desired, and advanced degrees and/or industry experience in these areas are a plus.

I.P. Services Director – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn. or Denver, Colo.

March 2, 2017- US - Midwest, - US - West

dorsey Dorsey & Whitney LLP is one of the 100 largest law firms in the United States with 20 offices across the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia-Pacific. We are a premier legal advisor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking, energy, food and agribusiness, health care, mining and natural resources, and public-private project development.

There is a position open for an Intellectual Property Services Director in the Intellectual Property practice areas in Dorsey’s Minneapolis or Denver office, depending on the location of the candidate. This position supports the firm-wide Patent and Trademark Practice Groups by developing, implementing and managing initiatives to continually improve the performance of the groups in several key areas, including systems/operations, financial management, client relations and internal leadership.

Partial Duties:

Systems/Operations

Lead initiatives to streamline and improve processes and procedures within the practice groups, such as updating and integrating forms with data from docket systems and streamlining timekeeping for and billing of alternative fee arrangements, and conflict identification and resolution.
Promote and implement the consistent use of technology across the platform, including in the areas of pricing, docketing and document management. Financial Management
Monitor and analyze timekeeper productivity, workload management and staffing levels.
Collaborate with the Legal Project Management team to promote and implement legal project management policies and processes to enhance Firm profitability.
Develop, implement and update various alternative fee arrangement pricing models.
Assess practice group financial performance by reviewing monthly financial results and presenting suggestions for focus and improvement to lawyers in the practice groups.

Client Relations

Facilitate communication and cooperation with other Practice Groups, client teams and industry teams (e.g., joint marketing efforts, improved cross-selling of IP services).
Regularly analyze processes related to client demands and recommend changes that will enhance client support and coordination.
Lead the creation, maintenance, and distribution of client-requested reports and budget tracking mechanisms.

Internal Leadership

Through others, oversee the orientation, training and integration of new paralegals, docketing staff and other support staff within the practice group.
Facilitate the recruiting of lawyers and their effective integration into the firm.
Create, monitor and assist with the implementation of strategic plans for assigned practice groups and industry teams.
Facilitate communication across practice groups to proactively identify organizational issues and identify and recommend solutions.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree.
Seven to ten years’ relevant Intellectual Property supervisory experience.
Excellent organizational, planning, written and oral communication skills.
Strong customer service orientation.
Ability to coordinate and manage to conclusion many issues/projects at once and work well under pressure.
Demonstrated success in project management leadership in the areas of process engineering, pricing models and technology.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of an organization.
Team player and leader, with the ability to train others.
Demonstrated ability to drive innovation.
Strong analytical skills, combined with a strong attention to detail.

Preferred:

MBA or equivalent.

Dorsey offers a competitive pay and benefits package including health care plans, a generous paid time off policy, paid holidays, retirement savings plan, profit sharing contribution, and more. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

Contact
Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should call 612-492-5178.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota or Denver, Colorado

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

February 22, 2017- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Armstrong Teasdale LLP, ranked among “Top Patent Firms” by Intellectual Property Today and listed as one of Law360’s Largest IP Practice Groups, is seeking experienced lateral associates in the Intellectual Property Services area for full-time positions in the St. Louis, Kansas City, Denver and Las Vegas.

Patent Associate (Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering) – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn. or Indianapolis, Ind.

February 16, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical

faegre Faegre Baker Daniels LLP's thriving Intellectual Property practice is actively seeking a patent associate with a degree in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or in Chemistry. The responsibilities will involve all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. The candidate will have 2-6 years of patent prosecution experience. Technical background in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and/or Chemistry is required. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth. All candidates should have excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills and professional recommendations.

Professor, School of Law – Education – Akron, Ohio

February 16, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Educational

The University of Akron's School of Law invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of the Center for Intellectual Property Law & Technology, a tenure-track or tenured faculty position, with an anticipated start date of August 2017.

Responsibilities:
The Director of the Center for Intellectual Property Law and Technology is responsible for developing, articulating, and implementing a long-term vision for the Center that will achieve greater distinction for the University of Akron's School of Law. The Director, in coordination with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, is responsible for implementing the IP curriculum within the School of Law. The Director also manages and supervises the law schools' special IP degree and certificate programs, and may help propose and create additional new programs in intellectual property for attorneys and other professionals as appropriate. The Director is responsible for the management and coordination of all law school programming in the area of intellectual property law, including programs for both attorneys and academics.

The Director fosters and advances external relationships, including the law schools' ongoing international relationships with other universities, where those relate to intellectual property and technology. The Director also works with the law schools' Intellectual Property Advisory Council in advancing the intellectual property program. The Director serves as a faculty advisor to the Intellectual Property and Technology Law Association, a law student organization, oversees the advising related to the annual issue of the Akron Law Review devoted to intellectual property law, and also oversees the law schools' participation in intellectual property-related moot court competitions.

As a member of the law school faculty, the Director will engage in relevant scholarship, teach in the area of intellectual property law, and serve on administrative committees.

Required Qualifications:
Juris doctor or equivalent law degree with intellectual property law experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
A demonstrated record of successful scholarship and teaching and commitment to continue producing both at a high level; record of or potential for appropriate administrative leadership; entrepreneurial skills to advance the impact of the Center; ability to create and sustain a network of IP leaders; ability to articulate and implement long-term vision to achieve greater distinction for Akron Law's IP program.

The Committee is open to candidates in any area of IP, but experience and expertise in the areas of Copyright, Internet Law, Privacy, International IP, and Health Law are of particular interest.

Application deadline: Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Akron is an equal education and employment institution. It is the policy of this institution that there shall be no unlawful discrimination against any individual in employment or in its programs or activities at The University of Akron because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or status as a veteran. The University is also committed to the principles of affirmative action and acts in accordance with state and federal laws.

Contact
For complete details and to apply visit: http://www.uakron.edu/jobs Job ID # 10009

Additional Info
Employer Type: Education
Job Location: Akron, Ohio

Intellectual Property Associate (T-CAM) – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

February 15, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

faegre Faegre Baker Daniels LLP seeks a litigation attorney to join the Trademark, Copyright, Advertising and Media (T-CAM) practice of the Intellectual Property group in our Minneapolis office. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. In this position, you will have an opportunity to work on trademark, copyright and advertising litigation, as well as handling disputed matters before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board and the National Advertising Division. Successful candidates will have 1+ years’ of T-CAM-specific litigation experience. Candidates must be collaborative and motivated to succeed in a client-focused, team-oriented environment. Candidates must also have excellent academic credentials and have strong written and oral communications skills. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

February 15, 2017- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Armstrong Teasdale LLP, ranked among “Top Patent Firms” by Intellectual Property Today and listed as one of Law360’s Largest IP Practice Groups, is seeking an experienced lateral associate in the Intellectual Property Services area for a full-time position in St. Louis, Kansas City, Denver and Las Vegas.

IP Secretary – Law Firm – Troy, Mich.

February 1, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

reising Reising Ethington P.C. is looking for a full-time IP Secretary.

IP Patent Attorney (E.E./Comp. – Clearance Experienced) – Law Firm – Wis. or Ill.

January 27, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a Patent Attorney (Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering/Science) to join our Milwaukee, Madison, Waukesha, or Chicago office. Responsibilities include counseling clients on the enforcement of their rights and the avoidance of their competitor’s rights, preparing non-infringement and invalidity opinion letters, and counseling clients on designing around competitor’s patents.

IP Attorney – Law Firm – Royal Oak, Mich.

January 23, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm

Howard & Howard, a leading Midwest business law firm, is currently accepting resumes for the position of Intellectual Property Attorney at our downtown Royal Oak, Michigan office. Our attorneys demonstrate a deep commitment to their own careers, to the Firm's standards and Strongly Held Beliefs, and to the vigorous representation of our clients' interests. In return, Howard & Howard provides an environment in which that commitment is supported and rewarded.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Troy, Mich.

January 17, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

reising Reising Ethington P.C. is looking for a patent attorney with experience in one or more of the following disciplines: chemical, electrical, mechanical or computer engineering, as well as material science. Candidates should have at least three years of patent preparation and prosecution experience. Compensation is objective and performance based and is very competitive. The firm also offers a complete benefits package and a congenial work environment.

Associate Attorney – Law Firm – Royal Oak, Mich.

January 13, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical

howard Howard & Howard, a leading Midwest business law firm, is currently seeking an Intellectual Property Associate, with an electrical or computer engineering background, to join our Royal Oak, Michigan office. Our associates demonstrate a deep commitment to their own careers, to the Firm's standards and Strongly Held Beliefs, and to the vigorous representation of our clients' interests. In return, Howard & Howard provides an environment in which that commitment is supported and rewarded.

E.E. Circuit / Semiconductor / Telecommuting – Law Firm – Nationwide

January 13, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, 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 rapid growth. Capability in all aspects of semiconductor and circuit technology is a must. Versatility in other technical areas is a plus.

Foreign Filing Administrator – Law Firm – Troy, Mich.

January 13, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other

reising Reising Ethington P.C. is looking for a full-time patent foreign filing administrator.

Candidate Requirements:

The candidate must be very organized, be able to work independently while still being part of a larger team, be a clear and effective communicator, take responsibility for a large number of files, and have good familiarity with domestic and/or foreign patent filing processes and systems.

Job Requirements:

Create and send instructions to foreign associates for filing foreign patent applications
Gather the necessary filing documents and file PCT applications at the USPTO Receiving Office
Monitor and manage the foreign filing docket, including prioritizing cases based on filing deadlines, amounts of lead time needed, particularities of each case, etc.
Process large volumes of incoming communications from various foreign associates, respond to the foreign associates, and properly document such communications
Communicate in a timely and effective way with different attorneys and/or assistants within the firm regarding the status of the foreign cases

About Reising Ethington P.C.:
Since its founding in Detroit in 1865, Reising Ethington has specialized solely in the practice of intellectual property (IP) law. Areas of expertise include IP prosecution and litigation, managing worldwide patent and trademark portfolios, trade secrets, licensing and other IP-related agreements. The firm represents some of the world's most innovative and foremost IP owners: automotive manufacturers and suppliers, medical technology companies, aerospace companies, universities, industrial equipment makers, robotics companies, and consumer product companies.

Reising Ethington makes it a priority to attract great employees and to keep them. This is evidenced by the professionalism and long term stability of our work force, from our attorneys to our staff. In addition to competitive wages, we offer many other benefits including, but certainly not limited to, competitive health care coverage, paid time off and a profit sharing plan for retirement.

If you meet the requirements above and believe that you would be a great long term contribution to our team, we would love to hear from you.

Contact
To apply, please email Henriett Strebe at STREBE@REISING.COM.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Troy, Michigan

Associate/Of Counsel Attorney – Law Firm – Houston, Texas

January 5, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

International IP Law Group (IIPLG) is seeking Associate Attorneys or Of Counsel Attorneys to prepare and prosecute patent applications in technical areas relating to computer science, computer engineering, software, chemical and mechanical arts.

IP Patent Attorney (Electrical / Computer – Clearance Experienced) – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

December 21, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical

Candidates must have an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. Preferred candidates have experience with some or all of motor design and control, control systems, power tools or other motorized consumer products, wireless technology, machine-to-machine (M2M) communications, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Admission to the Patent Bar and 7+ years of patent prosecution and clearance experience strongly preferred. Relocation assistance may be available. Senior Associates and Senior Counsels are encouraged to apply.

The candidate must excel in a team environment and be a highly motivated self-starter with excellent business judgment, outstanding written communication skills, and the flexibility to thrive (and have fun!) in a fast-paced professional environment.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a growing Electrical and Computer Science IP team with a national and international client base. Founded in 1848, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has provided intellectual property services to clients for more than 100 years and has over 100 professionals.

Michael Best is steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact Human Resources at 414.271.6560 or humanresources@michaelbest.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Contact
To be considered, a candidate must possess strong academic credentials. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and their transcripts. To apply, please visit this website: http://careers.michaelbest.com/viSelfApply/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=5&FilterJobID=100.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Milwaukee, Madison, or Waukesha, Wisconsin; Chicago, Illinois

Founded in 1848, Michael Best has earned a reputation as a leading law firm. Approximately 220 attorneys serve clients at our 10 offices located across the country (https://www.michaelbest.com/Offices). Michael Best's rich tradition and long history is a testament to our ability to remain dynamic and responsive to the significant changes facing businesses over the past 165+ years. Since our inception, we have remained true to the firm's longstanding goal of delivering results for our clients. That strong foundation continues to guide our work in the constantly evolving business environment facing our clients today. Michael Best is able to draw from our extensive legal and business knowledge to anticipate and meet our clients' 21st century needs. As a broad-based business law firm, we are ideally positioned to handle a wide range of business legal matters across our practice groups. From Intellectual Property, Employment Relations, Litigation and Transactional - covering wealth planning, tax, mergers and acquisitions, real estate and environmental, our legal practice groups are organized to respond to the most pressing issues facing companies today. We serve cutting-edge industries in technology, advanced manufacturing, and energy and banking and financial services.