Associate – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill. (Updated)

April 11, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Chicago intellectual property law firm, McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert and Berghoff LLP (MBHB), seeks:

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Indianapolis, Ind.

March 31, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

logo Faegre Baker Daniels seeks a mid-level attorney to join the patent prosecution practice in our Indianapolis office of our thriving Intellectual Property Practice Group. 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.

Patent Prosecution Agent/Associate – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill.

March 31, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Chicago office of Perkins Coie is seeking a patent prosecution associate or patent agent with one to three years of prosecution experience to join its growing patent prosecution practice. Candidates must have a degree in electrical engineering, strong academic credentials and excellent references. All candidates must be admitted to the USPTO.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill. (Updated)

March 30, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Biotechnology patent agent wanted to help biotechnology attorney with overflow patent preparation and prosecution projects from his growing practice. Work part time from home, while the right candidate could work to a full time billable equivalent with 1099 status. Chicago, San Diego, and San Francisco-based candidates are preferred but other locations will be considered. You will be paid as a 1099 consultant based on capped estimates for projects. Pay will be commensurate with experience.

Associate – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

March 30, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kennedy Lenart Spraggins LLP has an opening for a registered U.S. patent attorney to join our growing patent practice as a full-time associate. The opening is for our office in Austin, Texas . Primary responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Requirements for an ideal candidate include a B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering. Patent preparation and prosecution experience is preferable.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

March 30, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE) has an opening for a Patent Counsel. Preferred locations for this position are Herndon, VA; Portland, OR; Berkeley Heights, NJ; Chicago, IL; Plano, TX; Houston, TX.

The Patent Development Group in HPE’s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) manages one of the largest patent portfolios in the world. Our portfolio covers a wide range of technologies including servers, storage, networking, enterprise software, enterprise services, and technologies originating in HPE Labs. The successful candidate for the Patent Counsel position will support the Patent Development Group's efforts to build and maintain a high quality patent portfolio that furthers the goals of HPE's dynamic business. More specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for personally drafting and prosecuting strategic, high quality patent applications, while supporting the department in a number of other activities critical for its success.

This unique opportunity will offer significant promotional and rotational opportunities throughout the OGC and the chance to build a career with HPE as an IP attorney. Successful candidates begin their careers in the Patent Development group and personally design their career path based on their goals and interests. Future roles can include patent portfolio management in Patent Development, rotations to IP Transactions & Counseling or IP Sales & Licensing, and Director or VP level leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate's responsibilities in the Patent Counsel role are expected to include the following:Managing patent applications throughout the patent lifecycle by working directly with HPE's inventor community, personally drafting and prosecuting high quality patent applications for strategically important inventions, and interacting with worldwide patent offices to secure valuable patent coverage
Actively participating in HPE's invention disclosure review process to help ensure that HPE's best inventions are identified and patented
Analyzing pending patent applications to determine their value to HPE and to formulate a global filing strategy
Assisting patent portfolio managers with analysis of HPE's patent portfolio, including preparation of claim charts
Collaborating with engineers in invention mining sessions, patent scrubs, and patent education sessions
Actively engaging in training, knowledge sharing, and other career development opportunities to hone technical and legal abilities and prepare for promotional or rotational opportunities
Participating from time to time as a member of a cross functional team to provide support in licensing, litigation, or other matters

The successful candidate is expected to possess the following qualifications and abilities:

A B.S. degree and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science
A J.D. degree from an accredited university and admission to a state bar
Admission to practice before the USPTO
1 to 7 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications
Strong academic credentials
Preference for candidates who have personally drafted at least 10 patent applications
Ability to work with clients in a team-oriented partnership to help them arrive at elegant solutions to their problems
Flexibility to accept new and different challenges in a fast paced, high-tech environment
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
A positive attitude, creative spirit, passion for IP law, and strong motivation to excel

Contact
Please attach a resume, cover letter, and a recent writing sample, such as a published patent application and/or published Office Action response. Submit applications: https://hpe.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=1533234&lang=en#.VvwGKFvqSZ0.mailto.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Herndon, VA; Portland, OR; Berkeley Heights, NJ; Chicago, IL; Plano, TX; Houston, TX

HPE is an innovative, dynamic company with a rich past and a promising future. Started in a Palo Alto garage by Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard as a company that made audio frequency oscillators, HPE has continuously reinvented itself. Today, HPE is one of the world's leading technology companies and provides hardware, software, and services for the next generation of information technology.

IP Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

March 24, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Thompson Hine LLP seeks an associate to join its Intellectual Property practice group. Applicants should have at least two years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, preferably in a law firm, and be registered to practice before the USPTO. The ideal candidate will possess an electrical engineering, physics or computer science undergraduate degree. Candidates currently licensed to practice in Ohio are preferred. A superior academic record, strong work ethic, and excellent research and writing skills are required. This position may be based in our Cincinnati, Dayton, Cleveland or Columbus office.

Patent Attorney – Purdue Research Foundation – West Lafayette, Ind.

March 17, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Educational, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

The Purdue Research Foundation Office of Technology Commercialization has an opening for a Patent Attorney with a Life Sciences focus. The Patent Attorney will:

Perform prompt and competent completion of analyses of intellectual property protection and strategies to enable timely technology transfer of Purdue University intellectual property.
Work cooperatively with Purdue inventors and OTC licensing staff to evaluate technology-based innovations for appropriate intellectual property protection.
Draft patent and trademark applications and present the applications to US Patent and Trademark Office and copyright registrations to US Copyright Office for the benefit of Purdue University.
Prosecute patent and trademark applications with respect to all aspects of patent and trademark law, including preparing formal communications and responses to national patent and trademark offices, conducting examiner interviews and related prosecution activities for the benefit of Purdue University.
Engage and manage outside counsel on patent and trademark prosecution matters including coordinate, manage and account for budget expenditures associated with all assigned project-related activities.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree.
Advanced degree in a life sciences-related field required; PhD preferred. *Related experience may substitute for PhD.
Patent practice experience in life sciences (such as biology, bio-medical, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals).
A minimum of three years of direct patent drafting and prosecution experience before US Patent and Trademark Office.
Registered with US Patent and Trademark Office.
Member of Indiana or a reciprocating state Bar with good standing.
Strong working knowledge of intellectual property transactions including licensing.
Knowledge of technology transfer within industry and/or academia.
Strong diplomatic skills.
Legal contract comprehension and hands-on patent prosecution experience.
Commitment to higher education and the values of scientific research and discovery for societal benefit.

Contact
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to the Director of Human Resources at humanresources@prf.org. View the full posting online at http://prf.org/career. A criminal conviction check and negative controlled substance test are required for employment in this position. Purdue Research Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Education
Job Location: West Lafayette, Indiana

Sr. Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

March 15, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

J. Fish Law, PLLC, a Patent Boutique located in Minneapolis, MN has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Patent Attorney. J. Fish Law is looking for a highly capable Senior Associate or Partner Level Patent Attorney with experience in one or more of the following areas: telecommunications, signal processing, multimedia coding, memory devices, or integrated circuits. Applicants must have 5+ years of experience in patent prosecution and/or patent litigation, a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Physics from a Top Engineering School, and a J.D. from a Top Law School.

Patent Agent or Technical Advisor – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

March 4, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a a Patent Agent or Technical Advisor for our Minneapolis office’s patent department, to assist with patent prosecution and application preparation. Dorsey offers a collegial and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Canton, Ohio

March 1, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dureska, Kennedy & Moore, L.L.C. is seeking a full-time Patent Attorney with at least 3 years IP experience, USPTO and Ohio licenses and aptitude in mechanical arts for sophisticated Intellectual Property Boutique located in Canton, Ohio servicing local, regional and global clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in U.S. and foreign patent and trademark preparation and prosecution, right-to-use and validity investigations, IP Agreements, and other IP matters. Must be detail oriented, have strong organizational skills, and be able to work independently and manage multiple ongoing projects. Competitive salary and benefits package.

Senior Counsel (IP) – Large Corporation – Waukegan, Ill.

February 29, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

At Cardinal Health, we’re developing the innovative products and services that make healthcare safer and more productive. Join a growing, global company genuinely committed to making a difference for our customers and communities. We are seeking a member of the in-house Legal/Intellectual Property Team responsible for supporting the Company’s business units in intellectual property matters, with a primary focus on patent strategy development, patent prosecution/procurement, patent risk assessment and trademark guidance.

Responsibilities

Guide the Company’s business units in defining/executing practical patent strategies
Actively contribute to the Company’s in-house patent procurement team
Work with R&D, marketing and product development teams (both in the US and abroad) to review product offerings, conduct patent searches and provide guidance on the level of risk involved
Work with Marketing/Communications, as well as the marketing teams in the business units, to identify potential trademarks and to provide legal guidance thereon
Actively participate in the IP team’s current legal services in-sourcing initiative
Actively contribute toward the IP team’s goals of reducing total outside expenses while increasing the efficiency and practicality of the team’s interactions with the business units

Qualifications

BS degree (or higher) in engineering from an accredited US university, preferably in chemical engineering, chemistry or polymer chemistry
JD degree (or higher) from an accredited US law school, preferably with a concentration on intellectual property law
4-7 years’ experience, comprising at least 1-3 years of hands-on experience preparing/prosecuting US/PCT patent applications (and related foreign patent applications), US trademark registration applications. Some experience with patent/trademark FTO preferred
Significant experience drafting/negotiating technology transfer agreements, joint development agreements, etc.
Licensed in good standing to practice law in at least one US state and qualified to be admitted to the Illinois Bar
Registered in good standing to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office
Requires thorough knowledge/use of personal computers, including Microsoft Office applications, and proficiency with legal, patent and/or technical searching software such as Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw, Thomson Innovation, SAEGIS, Innography, as well as general web-based searching tools. Requires a high degree of proficiency in computerized patent/trademark searching strategies
Excellent communication and presentation skills, highly organized, tenacious, creative and possessing a keen attention to detail

Contact
Please apply online at: www.cardinalhealth.com/careers. Click on Apply Today and type in job number 20004683 in the “Job Number” search field. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Waukegan, Illinois

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

February 28, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Cantor Colburn LLP, one of the largest full-service intellectual property law firms in the country, seeks a patent associate attorney with a JD and a degree in chemical engineering to work in any of the firm’s five offices: Hartford, Connecticut; Alexandria, Virginia; Atlanta, Georgia; Houston, Texas; and Troy, Michigan.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Denver, Colo.

February 19, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fennemore Craig, a highly visible, western regional firm, is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney to join its growing Intellectual Property practice in either Denver or Phoenix. Candidates must have at least seven years patent prosecution experience working in a law firm environment with an electrical or mechanical engineering background preferred. The ideal candidate will have a modest portable book of business, as well as the opportunity to further develop a diverse intellectual property practice. All candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills and professional recommendations. Trademark, transactional, licensing and opinion work experience is a plus. Applicable bar membership preferred. All inquiries will be kept in strict confidence.

Patent Prosecution Attorney or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Milwaukee, Wisc.

February 19, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek, a leading mid-sized law firm, is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney to join its team of professionals. This position presents an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a background in electrical engineering or computer science to work with WHD’s seasoned IP practitioners on patent preparation and prosecution, patent opinion and counseling work, intellectual property-related transactional work, and occasionally patent litigation matters.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

February 19, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Prosecution

GTC Law Group LLP is seeking an experienced patent attorney/patent agent having extensive experience in both the preparation and prosecution of patent applications and the management of large inter-related patent portfolios. GTC provides cutting edge IP solutions for a range of prominent inventors, venture-funded start-ups and established technology businesses.

In addition to day-to-day preparation and prosecution of various applications, the candidate must fully understand the subject matter and strategy for the existing portfolio and ensure that all patent preparation and prosecution is executed in a manner consistent with the strategy. They must also be generally proficient in other non-patent legal areas in order to identify other issues and work with the firm's other practices to serve client needs.

We are looking for an entrepreneurial person with a great team attitude and an aptitude for learning new and complex technologies. We are looking for a driven and focused candidate who is ready and willing to be a part of multiple internal teams consisting of one or more patent attorneys, technical specialists, project managers and paralegals.

GTC's patent prosecution and strategy 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, candidates for this position must be located in or around: Michigan or Pittsburgh, PA.

Position Requirements:

5+ years of direct experience drafting and prosecuting a high-number of patent applications in a law firm and/or corporate setting
Direct experience working on, or being responsible for, large inter-related patent portfolios
Experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the automotive field, including engine diagnostics, control systems, valve train parts, systems and assemblies, superchargers, transmissions and other automotive systems
High level of comfort performing all aspects of prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO, including drafting applications, responding to office actions, and interviewing patent examiners
Current and well-versed in U.S. patent law with strong knowledge of the AIA
Significant experience with all, or a majority of, the following:
- managing multiple active patent portfolios, domestically and internationally
- preparing and prosecuting many inter-related patent applications
- filing procedures and formalities
- providing litigation support and prosecuting existing patent applications
- filing PCT applications and working with foreign counsel to prosecute foreign patent applications
- project and budget management of large patent portfolios
- preparing design guidance, non-infringement, and invalidity opinions
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Liaising and dealing directly with clients and/or responsible business teams
Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team setting
Experience working remotely
Must be willing to travel occasionally
USPTO Registration

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

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 preparing and prosecuting design and utility patent applications
Experience with the management of patent and trademark docketing software, recordkeeping, office and file management procedures
An entrepreneurial spirit

Personal Attributes Sought:

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 meet our requirements, please send your resume and cover letter to jcouling@gtclawgroup.com. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: In or around Michigan or Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Patent Prosecution Attorney – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill.

February 14, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

McAndrews Held & Malloy Ltd is seeking an experienced pharma and biotech patent prosecution attorney; degree in organic chemistry or a biotech discipline with at least 3, preferably more, years of hands-on experience in interacting with inventors, drafting and prosecuting US and OUS patent applications, and managing portfolios. Advanced degree (MS or Ph.D.) strongly preferred but not essential.

Patent Agent or Patent Engineer – Law Firm – Grand Rapids, Mich.

February 14, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

McGarry Bair is looking for Patent Agents or Patent Engineers with emphasis in Electrical /Mechanical/ Aeronautical to help in protecting our clients' intellectual property. You will help analyze the patentability of inventions, including computer searching for related inventions, prepare and help prosecute patent applications, aid in assessing infringement risks for new products, and help guide the development of new products.

Qualifications
The Patent Agent or Patent Engineer positions are a desirable alternative for an engineer or scientist seeking a non-traditional, yet related profession. The job incorporates technical knowledge with analytical skills, and requires you to apply them in a variety of technical fields. You will need to learn new technologies quickly and be able to teach others as well. You must have strong reading and writing skills in the English language. Strong computer skills, especially computer searching and research skills, are necessary. We are looking specifically for those with education and/or experience in Electrical /Mechanical/ Aeronautical Engineering.

The best person for the job is able to succeed in a casual work environment with a client-focused, yet highly professional culture. You should enjoy working with small teams while being independently responsible for your individual tasks. We need a problem solver who is strategically agile, who enjoys variety, who is quick to learn and adapt, and who is unafraid to work intensely with quick responsiveness to rapidly changing client demands.

If you are already a Patent Agent, that is a real plus. However, for the Patent Engineer, no legal experience is required; we will teach you what you need to know. You must have a bachelor's degree in engineering or science (specifically Electrical /Mechanical/ Aeronautical Engineering); an advanced degree is a plus but is not required. Ability to read Japanese and Korean will be helpful. For the Patent Engineer, opportunities for advancement to become a Patent Agent registered in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office are available and encouraged.

Contact
Please send your resume and any questions about the position to Ann Hayes at: ahayes@axiosHR.com

Voice: 616-949-2525 Fax: 616-954-2824

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan

McGarry Bair PC is an Intellectual Property law firm in Grand Rapids, MI, specializing in all aspects of intellectual property law world-wide, including obtaining, enforcing, and defending patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and agreements. Our prime directive is responsive client service, which we accomplish with a team of hard-working and intelligent people who appreciate a relaxed, blue-jean culture, yet are able to thrive in an independent and sometimes intense work environment.

I.P. Associate – Law Firm – Royal Oak, Mich.

February 7, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other

Howard & Howard, a leading Midwest business law firm, is currently seeking a registered Intellectual Property Associate to join our Royal Oak, Michigan office. Our associates demonstrate 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 Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Kansas City, Mo.

February 2, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Kansas City office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking associates in patent prosecution to join their Intellectual Property Section. Candidates will need to have 2+ years of patent prosecution experience and be patent bar eligible. A technical background in either Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science is preferred.