Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Columbus, Ohio

October 3, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Law firm (confidential) seeks Patent Attorney for office in Columbus, OH. Candidates should have a minimum of two years experience in patent prosecution, be admitted to the Patent Bar, and possess an undergraduate degree in engineering or the life sciences. We offer a competitive salary, a broad range of benefits, fascinating work and a team approach to practicing law. Please send resume, transcripts and references.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Oakland County, Mich.

September 21, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP seeks an attorney or patent agent for its Patent Practice Group in Oakland County, Michigan. This position is appropriate for patent agents or attorneys having at least two years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution. Candidates must have a degree in electrical engineering or computer science and a strong record of academic achievement. The position involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. and other countries and advising clients as to the patentability of inventions in the areas of robotics, automation, software and apparel.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Maplewood, Minnesota

September 18, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent

3M is seeking a Patent Agent for the Office of Intellectual Property Counsel in Maplewood, MN.

The person hired for the position of Patent Agent will primarily be responsible for providing a comprehensive range of patent legal services related to the preparation and prosecution of patent applications in assigned areas.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Applying knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent laws to independently define inventions and draft and prosecute high-quality patent applications in the USPTO and foreign patent offices.
• Handling other USPTO patent proceedings such as preparing and prosecuting reissue and reexamination applications as needed.
• Working with foreign patent counsel to manage foreign patent office proceedings such as bringing and defending oppositions, invalidation trials, nullity suits, trials for correction, etc. as needed.
• Proactively providing other high quality patent services as may be needed relating to education, training, technical support for other activities, etc.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.

To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within 3M that may present access to export controlled technical data, 3M must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).

The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at 3M Company's sole election.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Patent-Agent-Job-MN-55106/2083219/.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Maplewood, Minnesota

For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.

Associate – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill.

September 10, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Chicago intellectual property law firm McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP seeks a junior associate to work in the Firm's electrical arts group. The ideal candidate will have 2 - 3 years experience preparing and prosecuting U.S. patent applications. Candidate should be registered to practice with the USPTO and hold a B.S. or M.S. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science or physics.

IP Counsel – Large Corporation – St. Louis, Mo.

September 7, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals is seeking an IP Counsel to join its intellectual property team at the company’s headquarters location in Hazelwood, Missouri. This person will provide a broad range of IP support for product lines that may include branded pharmaceuticals, generic pharmaceuticals, active pharmaceutical ingredients, contrast media, nuclear medicine, and medical devices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1.Evaluation of patentability and business needs
2.Preparation of patent applications
3.Prosecution of patent applications
4.Client counseling on a wide variety of IP matters
5.Participation in the product development teams
6.Supervision of outside counsel
7.Preparation of freedom-to-practice opinions
8.Preparation and negotiation of IP agreements
9.Participation in the IP aspects of acquisitions and divestitures

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education required/ preferred:
• Degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, biology, pharmacy, or a related field
• JD degree
• Admission to a state bar
• Eligible for admission in Missouri (eventual admission in Missouri will be required)
• Admitted to practice before the USPTO

Experience:
• 3-5 years in a corporate IP department or law firm
• Substantial experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the chemical, biological, pharmaceutical, or medical device arts

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
• A background in organic chemistry, including organic synthesis
• Experience with the Hatch-Waxman act
• Experience preparing freedom to practice opinions
• Familiarity with the design, evaluation, manufacture, and marketing of pharmaceuticals
• Familiarity with FDA regulatory issues

Skills/Competencies:
• Ability to work accurately with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Other Skills:
• Ability to learn on the fly
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Confident in ability to make sound decisions
• High level of professionalism

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE:
• This position reports to the VP of Intellectual Property within the Legal Department. This position has no direct reports.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Typical office working environment.

DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Contact:
Apply online at: http://careers.covidien.com.

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

Job Description Covidien is a leading global healthcare products company that creates innovative medical solutions for better patient outcomes and delivers value through clinical leadership and excellence. Covidien manufactures, distributes and services a diverse range of industry-leading product lines in three segments: Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals and Medical Supplies. With 2011 revenue of $11.6 billion, Covidien has 41,000 employees worldwide in more than 65 countries, and its products are sold in over 140 countries. Please visit http://www.covidien.com to learn more about our business.

Founded as Mallinckrodt in 1867, the $2 billion Covidien pharmaceutical segment is in the process of spinning off into a separate business. This creates exciting opportunities to grow your career within an established organization that is soon to be an independent public company. Currently, the Company expects that the spinoff process will be completed in mid-2013. While we are undergoing the process, the pharmaceuticals business remains a segment of Covidien, and will continue to operate according to the Company’s strategic plan, focusing on our customers and patients who rely on our products. Equally important, pharmaceuticals’ mission remains the same: To make diagnostics and medicines better and safer for you and your family.

Patent Agent – Law Firm, Austin, Texas

August 22, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Biggers & Ohanian, a traditional patent boutique, seeks a Patent Agent with one or more years of patent prosecution experience for their office in Austin, TX. The ideal candidate will have at least a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science or equivalent. Industry experience in those fields is a plus but not a requirement. The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office and have experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. In order to be considered for this position, please include a resume and salary requirements.

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Ohio (Multiple Locations)

August 16, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP seeks a patent attorney or patent agent with 4+ years experience for our Cleveland, Columbus or Akron office. Candidates must have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems, and/or relevant experience in the fields of wireless communications, computer software, or network infrastructure, and have prepared and prosecuted a minimum of 25 U.S. and international patent applications per year. The self-starter candidate should possess strong technical, legal, and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with our Intellectual Property team across several offices. The candidate must be registered to practice before the USPTO. Attorney candidates must also be admitted to the Bar of at least one state, or be OH Bar eligible.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill.

August 15, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other

Cole Sadkin, a growing law firm focusing on intellectual property issues, seeks a patent attorney. Candidates must be licensed to practice before the USPTO and be licensed to practice law in Illinois. Candidates should have 1-3 years experience and live in the Chicago area. We estimate the position will be for 10-15 billable hours a week.

Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Dayton, Ohio

August 10, 2012- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Associate – Law Firm – Houston or Austin, Texas

August 2, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Trop, Pruner & Hu PC seeks associates with electrical engineering/computer science backgrounds. Experience with processors is preferred for related high end prep/pros work. Admittance to practice before the USPTO, a J.D., and prior patent prosecution experience (two years minimum) are preferred. Positions are available for the firm's Austin and Houston offices. Associates with litigation experience in addition to preparation/prosecution skills are preferred.

IP Attorney – Law Firm – Grand Rapids, Mich.

July 25, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Varnum LLP is seeking a registered intellectual property attorney with at least six years' experience in patent prosecution for its Grand Rapids, Michigan office. The ideal candidate would have a track record of building business and have an electrical engineering or mechanical engineering background.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

July 25, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Austin, Texas, office of Baker Botts seeks an experienced Patent Agent. Must have at least a bachelors degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science or equivalent. Industry experience in those fields a plus, but not necessary. Must have excellent academic credentials, experience writing patent applications, and be licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

July 14, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

IP Litigation Associate – Law Firm – St. Louis, Mo.

June 28, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Litigation

The St. Louis, Mo., office of Harness, Dickey & Pierce is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate with 2-4 years of full-time litigation experience. A strong academic record is required. A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Software Engineering is preferred. Qualified candidates should anticipate a varied and hands-on thriving litigation practice with opportunities to take on significant responsibilities as their litigation skills grow.We offer competitive compensation and ample opportunities for professional development.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Shelby Township, Mich. (flexible)

June 24, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The BrooksGroup in Shelby Township, Michigan seeks experienced patent prosecution attorneys with a chemical engineering, material science and engineering or mechanical engineering degree with or without their own business. Attorneys with an electrical engineering or computer engineering degree having some business will also be considered. Telecommuting or contractor positions are available for truly outstanding candidates with experience. The BrooksGroup offers a highly competitive compensation package including outstanding health care, dental and vision coverage, 401K profit sharing, flexible working hours, up to $3,500 for approved CLE seminars, and more.

Patent Attorneys/Agents – Law Firm – Flexible Location

June 20, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fiala & Weaver P.L.L.C., a Washington D.C.-based intellectual property law firm, is seeking part-time and full-time patent attorneys and agents, including persons to fill Of Counsel, associate, and patent agent positions, 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.
Excellent compensation. Inquiries treated in absolute confidence. Relaxed work environment. Portable business is not required. Applicants may be remotely located.

IP Attorney (Electrical Eng.) – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill. (remote locations may be considered)

June 13, 2012- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Guntin Meles & Gust is seeking highly skilled and productive Patent Attorneys. As part of our team you will be working with a diverse group of clients ranging from sophisticated startups to Fortune 100 companies. We work in the areas of electrical engineering, telecommunications, medical products, RF tuning products, gaming products, nanotechnology, and other fields. Clients have also engaged our firm to evaluate patent portfolios, draft licensing and patent sale agreements, perform re-exam evaluations, due diligence in M&A transactions, advanced inventing sessions, opinion work, among other things.

We offer exceptional benefits and a competitive compensation package, which models the firm’s philosophy of transparency. Our firm is ideal for attorneys who seek firms in a growth path.

Candidate Qualifications:
Must have passed a state bar and the USPTO patent bar. 3+ years of law practice with “substantial” patent preparation and prosecution experience of matters "originating" in the US. A Bachelors or Masters degree in Elect. Eng., Computer Eng., or a comparable engineering background is preferred. Telecommunications experience is a plus. Actual engineering experience is a plus. A book of business is also a plus. Information regarding the last two years of billable hours and collections will be requested along with academic transcripts.

Contact:
Please submit your resume, writing samples (in the public domain) and transcripts via our website (http://www.gmgip.com/careers-attorneys.php). Submissions will be maintained confidential.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Chicago (remote locations may be considered)

At Guntin Meles & Gust we have a unique culture that places great emphasis on developing and exercising sound business, legal, and technical acumen in all aspects of the firm’s practice. Our culture has attracted and continues to attract new clients. Our culture also fosters and promotes career development of its attorneys at all levels.

Patent Attorney/Associate (Biotech) – Law Firm – Toledo, Ohio, or Fort Collins, Colo.

June 11, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

MacMillan, Sobanski & Todd, LLC is searching for a Registered Patent Attorney specializing in Molecular Biology.

Requirements for this position are:
• Minimum of 5 years of patent prosecution or related experience
• Technical expertise in genetics, molecular biology, and biochemistry
• A college degree in biology or related field
• Membership to a state bar
• Registration with USPTO as a patent attorney

Preferred attributes of a candidate for this position are:
• Patent drafting and/or lab experience with microRNA, SNPs, biomarker assays, diagnostics, biologics, plant patents, plant extracts, small molecules, and vaccines
• Experience with university technology transfer
• Membership to Ohio, Michigan, or Colorado state bar
• Willingness to work in the Toledo, Ohio, or Fort Collins, Colorado office

No book of business is required. Compensation is either a salary or a percent of billings arrangement, depending on experience. Bonuses are available, based on performance. MacMillan, Sobanski & Todd, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and provides a comprehensive benefit package, including a 401K and profit sharing retirement plan.

The position is for either Toledo, Ohio, or Fort Collins, Colorado, although telecommuting arrangements would be considered for very qualified applicants.

Depending on experience, the work will involve the following areas: patent application preparation and prosecution (60%); counseling of clients and portfolio management (25%); opinions (freedom to operate, validity and infringement) (5%); agreements and licensing (5%); and due diligence (5%).

MacMillan Sobanski & Todd provides our clients with practical guidance in formulating and implementing IP strategy. Our growing practice involves working closely with our clients as a team to capture and protect key emerging technology. We spend the time with clients necessary to understand potential opportunities and provide solutions for their intellectual property issues. The technology of our clients is cutting edge, requiring creative effort to fully and properly protect the new innovations.

Contact:
Interested candidates are invited to send a resume, along with a cover letter to:
Recruitment Manager at: hr@mstfirm.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Toledo, Ohio or Fort Collins, Colorado

Experienced IP Associates – Law Firm – Royal Oak, Mich.

June 11, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC, a leading Midwest law firm based in Royal Oak, Michigan, is seeking experienced associates with 4-8 years intellectual property patent preparation and prosecution experience. Qualified candidates will have a degree in electrical engineering, computer science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or similar majors. Experience originally drafting no fewer than 20 patent applications is required.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

June 9, 2012- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hollingsworth Davis is seeking patent agents with at least 2 years of application preparation and prosecution experience. At our firm, patent agents team with attorneys on sophisticated patent procurement relating primarily to electrical, electromechanical, biomedical, optics/optoelectronics, and computer/software technologies for high tech companies. Qualified candidates must be registered to practice before the USPTO, have strong academic and prior employment credentials, and possess strong organizational, writing, and communication skills. Candidates must possess an undergraduate or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or other engineering/physics degree with an emphasis in Electrical Engineering. Experience in drafting and prosecuting domestic and foreign patent applications is also required. We offer a professional and collegial work environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits. EOE/AA.