Sr. Manager, Legal Counsel-Patents – Large Corporation – St. Joseph, Mich.

October 17, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Sr. Manager, Legal Counsel-Patents. This position will be responsible for providing legal counsel and services on matters involving patents, copyrights, trade secrets and other proprietary information. This position supports Whirlpool’s global product organization, including its advanced development and product engineering groups.

Job Responsibilities:
Advise on intellectual property issues involving patents, copyrights, trade secrets, and proprietary information. Specifically, you will help ensure Whirlpool’s unique and compelling innovations are a core driver of Whirlpool’s success. Specific responsibilities may include:

Developing and executing patent strategies related to assigned Whirlpool technology areas.
Reviewing inventions and advising on patentability issues and arranging for the filing and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications.
Preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
Establishing product clearance plans and reviewing and advising on patent infringement risks.
Supporting various innovation generation activities such as invention workshops to target development of strategic intellectual property.
Providing intellectual property advice and training to clients.
Drafting and assisting in the negotiation and administration of intellectual property related contracts, including confidentiality, development and license agreements, as well as assisting in negotiation of more general commercial agreements, including procurement and various service agreements.
Investigating and pursuing patent infringement and enforcement opportunities, including patent litigation.
Providing patent support for special projects.
Researching intellectual property issues relevant to the company’s business.

Minimum Requirements:

JD from an accredited law school, with strong academic credentials and Bar Admission, and admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Technical bachelor degree, preferably electrical or mechanical engineering or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of legal experience as an attorney. Ability to prioritize and manage a large volume of concurrent projects.
Strong analytical, research, organization and management skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication (both written and oral) skills.
Demonstrated ability to achieve results as a leader or member of a cross functional team.
Ability to provide strong strategic thought to Whirlpool’s patent processes.

Preferred Requirements:

Experience in patent preparation, prosecution, IP transactions (e.g., development and licensing agreements), product clearance, and patent litigation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is the world’s leading major home appliance company, with approximately $21 billion in annual sales, 92,000 employees and 70 manufacturing and technology research centers in 2017. The company markets Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, Jenn-Air, Indesit and other major brand names in nearly every country throughout the world.

At Whirlpool Corporation, we believe that all people matter. Celebrating diversity and including thousands of perspectives empower us to create products that blend into every concept of home. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://career8.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=35272&company=whirlpoolc&username=.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: St. Joseph, Michigan

Patent Attorney / Patent Agent – Small Law Firm – Tysons Corner, Va. or Telecommute

October 4, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Jones Robb, PLLC is seeking registered patent attorneys or patent agents with 3-5 or more years of relevant experience to work in McLean, VA; the Indianapolis, IN area or telecommute. Responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications, and working on other patent related counseling matters, including opinions and strategic patent portfolio development.

Senior Patent Prosecution Attorney/Agent (Of Counsel) – Large Law Firm – Nationwide or Telecommute

September 26, 2019- 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 - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Loza & Loza LLP is seeking a senior patent attorney with 10+ years of patent prosecution experience and a degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or medicine, with knowledge of the drug discovery and development processes. Experience representing clients in the pharmaceutical industry required. USPTO registration and at least one state bar license preferred, but strongly qualified patent agents will be considered. This is an "as needed" Of Counsel position where telecommuting and flexible hours are available. We will consider qualified candidates in any part of the U.S.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations (Updated Contact Information)

September 20, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Oliff PLC, a full service IP Law firm with offices in Alexandria, Virginia, Charlotte, North Carolina, and St. Louis, Missouri is seeking Patent Attorneys with a background in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or closely related fields.

Patent Engineer/Agent – Law Firm – Grand Rapids, Mich. (with possible option for remote)

August 23, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Copyright, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Trademark

McGarry Bair is looking for Patent Engineers with a Mechanical background or Electrical background 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 Engineer position is 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 Engineering, ideally someone that knows about motors and generators.

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; an advanced degree is a plus but is not required. For the Patent Engineer, opportunities for advancement to become a Patent Agent registered in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office are available and encouraged.

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. Our office is in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, a vibrant and growing city.

McGarry Bair is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Contact
To apply, email us at: amh@mcgarrybair.com. Please provide a resume, transcripts and writing sample.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Grand Rapids, Mich. (with possible option for remote)

Trademark Associate Attorney – Large Law Firm – Denver, Colo.

August 11, 2019- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Trademark

Sheridan Ross P.C. is seeking an attorney with 0-2 years of experience in trademark law for a new position in its Denver, Colorado office. Ideal candidates will have experience in the management and coordination of trademark, copyright, and brand matters. The position includes U.S. and foreign trademark clearance, prosecution, licensing, due diligence, enforcement, TTAB practice and domain name disputes. Qualified candidates will be motivated self-starters with superb communication and writing skills, a commitment to excellence and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Associate Attorney or Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – Denver, Colo.

August 11, 2019- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Sheridan Ross P.C. is seeking an Associate Attorney or Patent Agent in the Mechanical field with up to three years of legal experience and strong academic credentials. This is for a new position in support of Sheridan Ross’ mechanical engineering group and will be located in our Denver, Colorado office. Qualified candidates will be USPTO admitted or have plans to take the examination. Additionally, candidates should be motivated self-starters with superb communication and writing skills, a commitment to excellence and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. We offer a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits.

Legal Assistant – Large Law Firm – Denver, Colo.

August 11, 2019- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Admin, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

Sheridan Ross P.C. is seeking a legal assistant with 5 or more years of heavy litigation practice, including experience in federal and appellate courts. Intellectual Property experience preferred, but not a requirement. This is an opportunity to perform paralegal-type tasks in addition to required, daily administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and word processing skills, and be proficient at using standard software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, time entry programs, etc.). Candidates should be well versed in electronically filing in federal court (e.g., using PACER) and have experience handling electronic and written document discovery as well as case docketing needs. Trial experience preferred.

Design Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

August 11, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

Lee & Hayes is seeking a Patent Attorney with design patent experience for our Spokane, Seattle, Austin, Atlanta, DC, or Rochester offices. The firm’s design practice includes strategic procurement and enforcement of design rights for some of the world’s largest, most innovative, and well-known organizations. We consult as experts in design patent law, developing strategies for our clients to protect the ornamental characteristics of their innovations, whether that includes electronic devices, vehicles, graphical user interfaces, or apparel.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will have 3 plus years’ experience in preparation and prosecution of design patent applications in the US and at least 1 year of experience in non-US jurisdictions. Candidates should thrive in an environment that emphasizes excellence, innovation, efficiency, and teamwork. Superior writing and communication skills and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional client service and practical business-oriented advice are required. Candidates must have a law degree and USPTO registration number. Patent application and prosecution writing samples will be requested.

Lee & Hayes provides a unique corporate culture that fosters a collegial atmosphere, encourages camaraderie, community outreach, and work-life balance. Members of the Lee & Hayes team are highly-accomplished individuals who take pride in their work, community, and families. The firm is consistently recognized as one of the nation’s highest-quality patent law firms across a broad spectrum of industry sectors and by organizations such as Intellectual Property Management (IAM) 300 & 1000, U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®, Super Lawyers®, Best Places to Work Inland Northwest, etc. Culturally, Lee & Hayes is more like a “high-tech company of lawyers” than just a law firm. Lee & Hayes provides excellent compensation and benefits package.

Contact
For confidential consideration, please submit a cover letter, your resume, and writing samples to hr@leehayes.com. Lee & Hayes is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and strongly supports diversity and inclusion in the workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender, age, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Spokane, Washington; Seattle, Washington; Austin, Texas; Atlanta, Georgia; Washington DC; or Rochester, New York

Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – Houston, Texas

August 11, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Blank Rome is seeking a Patent Agent to support the Firm’s patent prosecution practice, leveraging technical expertise to assist the Firm’s clients in protecting their technology with patents. The Patent Agent will work under the supervision of a licensed patent attorney to draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. This role supports client innovation efforts through active participation in the preparation of patent specifications, including drafting of claims. The Patent Agent assists attorneys in the writing of scientific and technical documents clearly and concisely, conducting legal and technical research using all available resources in support of various patent-related matters.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Telecommute

August 7, 2019- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Telecommute, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Guntin & Gust is seeking Patent Attorneys. Must have passed a state bar and the USPTO patent bar. 4-7+ years of law practice with “substantial” patent preparation and prosecution of US matters is required. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required. Telecommunications and/or actual engineering experience is a plus. A book of business is also a plus.

Program Manager, Program in Intellectual Property and Technology Law – Notre Dame Law School – Notre Dame, Ind.

July 31, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Educational

Notre Dame Law School is seeking a Program Director as part of a major investment in its Program in Intellectual Property and Technology Law. The Program has grown considerably over the past decade—with new faculty, a new Intellectual Property & Entrepreneurship Clinic, greatly expanded course offerings, high-level conferences and other events, and tremendous student success. The University has also made substantial investments in innovation and entrepreneurship-related activities, and it is in the early phases of building a distinctive, University-wide interdisciplinary program on technology ethics. The Law School is poised to take the next step in building its reputation in this important area, and a dynamic Program Director will be central to this effort.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Program Director will work closely with the Faculty Director of the Law School’s Program on Intellectual Property and Technology Law to develop and implement a strategic plan for the Program and coordinate the Program’s many projects and activities.

Leadership
Along with the Faculty Director, provide strategic leadership for the Program. More specifically: a) develop a long-term plan to increase the Program’s profile, depth, and financial resources; b) oversee day-to-day operations of the Program, with attention to fiscal, programming, and policy matters; c) work with the Law School communications personnel to manage Program communications, including web pages, social media, and community relations; and, d) organize and direct all events.

Academic
Work with the Faculty Director and other Program faculty to develop distinctive and relevant programming that raises Notre Dame’s academic and intellectual profile within the intellectual property and technology law fields, potentially including: seminars, research collaborations, conferences, lecture series, and guest lectures. Identify and facilitate opportunities for IP faculty to broaden their reputation and recognition among academic peers, judges and practitioners, alumni, and the general public. Help recruit talented students to study intellectual property and technology law at Notre Dame, and develop (and possibly co-teach) exciting new curriculum. Work with the Faculty Director to increase opportunities for students to participate in competitions, conferences, and other events relevant to intellectual property and technology law.

Alumni Relations and Engagement
Work with Program faculty to deepen relationships with members of the practicing IP and technology law community, and particularly with Notre Dame alumni working in the field. Facilitate events involving students, alumni, and faculty. Work to establish partnerships and collaborations with individuals, corporations, foundations, and governmental, organizations interested in IP and technology law.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/17025. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Education
Job Location: Notre Dame, Indiana

Patent Counsel – Small Corporation – Des Moines, Iowa

July 29, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Intoxalock is seeking a Patent Counsel to work in its Des Moines, Iowa, offices. This senior position has responsibility for (i) counseling all levels of the company’s management, business and technical personnel regarding patent and trade secret strategies and risks, (ii) continually assess the technology needs of the company from an IP perspective, (iii) conducting freedom to operate assessments in support of new product launches, (iv) managing overflow patent work with outside counsel, (v) providing due diligence, patent enforcement and transactional support to business acquisitions and assets, and (vi) developing and implementing a strategic strategy to identify, assess and acquire attractive targets to grow the company intellectual property portfolio.

Key Accountabilities:

Protect company innovations by drafting and prosecuting patent applications and collaborating closely with outside counsel on the same, as needed.
Review and clear new and modified products from a patent infringement perspective, and issue written opinions, as needed.
Forge a deep partnership with company leadership to evaluate and protect new product inventions and develop internal processes for same.
Support initiatives to regularly review, identify and enforce patents against third party infringers.
Contribute patent expertise and experience to identify and support merger and acquisition activity, as needed.
Review and approve product labeling, packaging, advertising and promotional materials and other external communications for compliance with applicable patent rules and regulations.
Develop strategies to identify attractive intellectual property based on input from company leadership, prioritize for execution and assist with negotiation and acquisition.
Collaborate with company leadership in preparation, negotiation and review of agreements relating to technology issues.
Train and educate other employees in patent related matters.
All other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

BS/BA or higher in mechanical or electrical engineering and JD Degree from an accredited institution.
Deep experience with drafting and prosecuting patent applications and conducting freedom to operate assessments. Significant experience with design patents is preferred, as well as experience in negotiating and acquiring rights to intellectual property.
Demonstrated strong leadership and relationship building skills that lead to successful development, implementation and improvement of patent processes across functions/organizations.
Member of at least one state bar and admitted to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Demonstrated broad business orientation and successful ability to partner legal skills with business goals.
Will consider part-time (20+ hours per week) and partially remote work location.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: www.intoxalock.com/about/careers.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Flexible Location

July 4, 2019- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

G&G is seeking highly skilled and productive Patent Attorneys with a background in Electrical or Computer Engineering. G&G provides a unique work environment that stands out from other firms. It is the firm’s view that broadening the subject matter expertise of all attorneys provides the best opportunity for growth for the attorney and the firm. Consequently, attorneys are given an opportunity to work across all clients of the firm to gain expertise in multiple subject areas such as landline and cellular communications, terrestrial and satellite communications, smart cars, data mining, waveguide communications, RF interference mitigation, RF tuning, gaming technologies, medical devices, advertising engines, magnetic resonant imaging, nanotechnology, and other advanced technology areas. Also, the firm periodically employs a process to balance attorney dockets so that all attorneys are assigned matters they can work on a daily basis without concern that their dockets will run low at any time during a calendar year.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

June 30, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Cantor Colburn LLP, a law firm with a national intellectual property practice, seeks a patent attorney or Patent Agent with 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. Remote work will also be considered.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Denver, Colo.

June 26, 2019- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Holzer Patel Drennan is looking for a Patent Attorney with 5+ years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Qualified candidates will have an undergraduate or advanced degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical, biotechnology, or computer-related discipline. Candidate must also have a portable book of business as well as the ability to further develop a diverse intellectual property practice. Hired candidate will work at the Denver, Colorado office location.

Patent Coordinator – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – Urbana, Ill.

May 31, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Educational, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Admin, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Prosecution

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Patent Coordinator. Responsibilities include the following:

Coordinate administration of US and foreign patent applications and other legal protection of UIUC technologies.
Work with OTM technology managers and UIUC inventors during the technology evaluation and patenting process, including: assisting in assembly of supporting data and documentation; reviewing patent search results; monitoring preparation and filing of patent applications, providing assistance in responding to patent office actions; and providing recommendations regarding US and foreign patent processes, costs, and alternatives.
Serve as a liaison between OTM, UIUC Legal Counsel, and outside patent counsel regarding the selection, engagement process and authorization/approval of expenditures for outside counsel.
Review and approve invoices.
Assist with drafting patent licenses and other intellectual property agreements.
Monitor actions and scheduled due dates for US and foreign patent process to ensure timely responses.
Manage inventorship, ownership, and assignment issues and decision-making.
Maintain and organize patent case files.
Keep abreast of changes in patent laws and procedures.
Work with patent counsel to manage patent costs.
Assist in the preparation of the patent budget.
Provide ongoing training and updates on patent subjects.
Review all correspondence with patent counsel and take appropriate actions as required.
Participate in the development of OTM infrastructure, policies, and procedures.
Oversee accuracy and completeness of database patent or patent-related records.
Prepare Excel reports as needed from database records on patent and patent-related matters.
Work with interns to improve searching and inventor interviewing processes, and provide mentoring for interns interested in patent law.
Prepare and file certain provisional patent applications.
Participate in campus outreach to educate faculty, students and staff on intellectual property related manners.
Manage activities of patent fellow.

Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in a physical science, engineering or related field with one to three years working knowledge of patent filing and prosecution procedures. Education must qualify the candidate to take the examination for registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Other requirements include: detail oriented with multi-tasking and strong prioritizing skills; excellent verbal and written communications skills to effectively interact with University and departmental officials/staff; ability to work in a fast-paced environment under multiple deadlines; strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all levels of professionals within the organization; proven teamwork skills; ability to use independent judgment and make sound decisions regarding patents and intellectual property; proficiency with Microsoft Office suite applications; demonstrated teamwork skills in a highly complex business environment; ability to work independently and exercise good judgment and discretion.

Preferred qualifications: Advanced degree in a physical science, engineering or related field; registered patent practitioner; registered Patent Agent, if not registered, preferably has the background to meet the USPTO qualifications to become certified as a Patent Agent.

Contact
For full consideration, candidates must apply and submit a letter of application, resume, and names/addresses/phone numbers of three professional references by June 12, 2019 to: https://uajobs.hr.uillinois.edu/.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Education
Job Location: Urbana, Illinois

Patent Prosecution Attorney – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill.

May 31, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Amin Talati Wasserman, LLP, a leading intellectual property boutique in Food, Drug, Dietary Supplement & Cosmetic Products with offices in Chicago and Washington, D.C., has an immediate need for a Patent Attorney with a specialty in Organic Chemistry or related discipline. The candidate should have 2-5 years relevant industry experience, and a Ph.D./M.S. in Organic Chemistry or related discipline is required. Candidates should have patent drafting and prosecution experience, and be capable of working on matters in most areas of chemistry, including medicinal chemistry, process chemistry, formulation chemistry, polymer chemistry, and biochemistry. Successful candidates will have outstanding writing and interpersonal skills, as well as strong academic credentials. J.D. from an accredited law school with admission to at least one state bar, and registration with the USPTO are required.

Patent Associate / Agent – Small Law Firm – Southfield, Mich.

May 12, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Bejin Bieneman, PLC, is seeking a patent associate or registered patent agent with at least two years’ experience to immediately join the firm. You will prepare and prosecute patent applications in electronics, software, controls, electro-mechanical, and/or the mechanical arts, and may be asked to assist in intellectual property transactions, litigation, and opinion work.

Junior Associate (1-3 Years; I.P.) – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations

May 3, 2019- US - Midwest, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Leydig, Voit & Mayer is seeking a junior associate (with 1-3 years of experience) in patent prosecution to join its Chicago, IL, Boulder, CO, Walnut Creek, CA, or Washington, D.C. office.

Successful candidates will be a U.S. Attorney registered to practice in at least one state and before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Candidates should also have a demonstrated track record of academic achievement, excellent interpersonal skills, and an engineering degree (electrical or computer engineering preferred).

As an associate at Leydig, Voit & Mayer, you will experience a collegial and supportive environment in which your technical knowledge is challenged and your legal skills improved. Some of the activities in which you may be involved are: analysis and preparation of replies to office actions of the US patent office or foreign agencies; invention disclosure meetings with our clients, and preparation of new patent applications; preparation and prosecution of design applications; study of patents and prosecution history files in support of opinions of non-infringement or invalidity; technology licensing agreements and related transactions; and support of litigation, administrative reviews, petitions and appeals.

Leydig, Voit, and Mayer is a U.S. law firm, based in Chicago, Illinois. The firm has been at the forefront of intellectual property law for more than 100 years and enjoys an international reputation for excellence in all areas of intellectual property practice, including holding a Tier 1 ranking in Patent Law from U.S. News and World Report. The firm is committed to mentoring and associate development, and offers an open-door environment in which you can seek assistance from anyone in the firm and benefit from the experience of others. Associate compensation begins at $160,000 and is adjusted based on experience and qualifications.

Leydig, Voit & Mayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Contact
A complete submission is sent by email to lawcareers@leydig.com and includes: cover letter indicating why you are interested in the position; resume; writing sample(s), preferably relevant to patents (e.g., office action responses, appeal briefs, etc.); and uncertified copies of undergraduate and law school transcripts. Qualified applicants must be certified to practice law.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois; Boulder, Colorado; San Francisco, California (Area); Washington, D.C.