Cesari and McKenna, LLP is seeking candidates for an associate position in the firm. Qualified candidates should hold at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science or related area of technology, and 3-5 years of experience in the practice of intellectual property law and litigation, including a demonstrated ability to prepare, file and prosecute patents applications, and the like.
Contact: Interested candidates should forward cover letter and resume to Hiring Partner at jbw@c-m.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Boston, Massachusets
Cantor Colburn LLP is seeking an Associate who will be responsible for drafting and prosecuting patent applications domestically and internationally in the chemical and chemical engineering arts, as well as preparing invalidity, infringement, and freedom to operate analyses.
The successful candidate must have a degree in chemistry or chemical engineering with strong technical knowledge. It is preferred to have at least two years of patent drafting experience including having drafted more than 20 patent applications and having prosecuted applications both in the U.S. and overseas. Excellent academic credentials and writing and communication skills are required. With sufficient experience, the candidate can work in any of the firm’s offices. Please be prepared to provide a work sample and references.
Contact: Please send resume and cover letter to careers@cantorcolburn.com. No calls, please. Cantor Colburn LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Washington, D.C., Hartford, Atlanta, Houston and Detroit
Cantor Colburn is one of the largest full-service intellectual property law firms in the country, with growing offices in Washington, D.C., Hartford, Atlanta, Houston and Detroit. In recent rankings, Cantor Colburn was #8 in the country for issued U.S. patents and #20 for registered U.S. trademarks. The firm’s clients are among the leading companies in the United States and around the world, including Fortune 100 companies, privately held companies, select high tech start-ups and universities.
Maquet is seeking a Patent Attorney who will report directly to the General Counsel and will (i) provide patent drafting and prosecution services, assuring protection of the company’s legal rights and ability to market and sell its products, and (ii) review and draft contracts for the company (both general business related and intellectual property related).
Responsibilities: • Patent prosecution, including the preparation, filing, and prosecution of new patent applications. • Draft and review business contracts, including supply and manufacturing agreements, purchase agreements, licenses, etc. • Supporting counsel in the preparation of intellectual property related legal opinions on issues such as freedom to operate, ownership, infringement, and validity. • Supporting patent related due diligence in commercial transactions such as acquisitions, divestitures, and licensing. • Communicate effectively with R&D on patent matters.
Qualifications: • Admitted to the Bar (NJ or NY preferred). • Undergraduate degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or physics strongly preferred. • Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. • A minimum of three year's patent prosecution experience. Experience reviewing and drafting contracts is a plus. • Must be familiar with patent related case law and have experience in analyzing the patentability of inventions and the validity of patents, and drafting related opinions. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) is essential. • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate comfortably at all levels within business clients, and with multinational personnel from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and locations. • Be highly motivated, with the ability to pro-actively organize a heavy workload and demonstrate excellent analytical abilities. • A flexible and proactive approach to problems and demands, with the ability to thrive on challenge and react quickly and positively to a fast-moving and challenging environment. • A record of providing legal services in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
Contact: To learn more and to apply, please visit this link: http://www.Click2Apply.net/3f5sgq3. Maquet is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Other Job Location: Wayne, New Jersey
The MAQUET Group is a subsidiary of the publicly-listed Swedish company GETINGE AB and is the leading international provider of forward-looking products and therapeutic applications for the OR and ICU.
As a specialist for the three divisions Cardiovascular, Critical Care and Surgical Workplaces, MAQUET employs more than 5,000 personnel worldwide in research, development, production, sales and service.
• In the Critical Care division MAQUET focuses on the implementation of innovative products and solutions for ventilation and anesthesia. • In the Cardiovascular division MAQUET bundles its competencies for the gentle treatment of heart, lung and vascular diseases. • In the Surgical Workplaces division MAQUET concentrates on the implementation of efficient, practice-oriented workplaces in the operating room.
BASF is seeking an IP Counsel to work in Florham Park, New Jersey. The IP Counsel is responsible for:
• IP Estate Managementincluding IP generation, defense, maintenance, and enforcement primarily in the US. Knowledge of the America Invents Act is needed. An understanding of foreign patent law and in particular European patent law is also required. The ability to advise clients on patent coverage is critical. • IP Transactionsincluding both divestitures and acquisitions. Tasks include conducting public and confidential due diligence, undertaking IP analysis, negotiating IP matters, preparing and/or reviewing agreements, and participating in closings. The ability to perform well under tight time constraints, interact well with other BASF M&A team members especially commercial attorneys, and provide timely advice on any risks to the client is essential. Overseeing the integration of the acquired IP into BASF is also a critical part of this position. • IP Licensingincluding both licensing of technology and patents. Both inbound and outbound licenses are possible. An understanding of US antitrust law relative to licensing is needed. The ability to advise clients on licensing options, patent exhaustion, and IP valuation is critical. • IP Litigationincluding trade secret and patent litigations. Conducting pre-filing analyses and advising the client on the cost benefit of a potential litigation is required. This position works with inhouse and outside litigation counsel to supports litigation activities. • Freedom to Operate Opinions including new product and process definitions, third party patent searching, and opinions. The ability to advise clients on any risks and options is critical. Initiating oppositions or other patent invalidity challenges may be needed.
This position will be located at BASF Corporation’s North American headquarters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Travel as needed to client locations in North America and Europe, client business meetings, and BASF’s parent in Ludwigshafen, Germany will be required. This position reports to IP Assistant General Counsel who reports to the General Counsel. The ability to do pro bono work through BASF’s relationship with the Pro Bono Partnership is available.
Qualifications: BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent • BS in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials or materials engineering and JD are required • Graduate degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials or materials engineering is preferred • Must be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) • Must be licensed in at least one state, preferably New Jersey, and a member in good standing with any mandatory CLE completed • Minimum 10 years of experience practicing before the USPTO • Must be a self-starter, be proactive, and take the initiative • Must be a team player and work well with other BASF patent attorneys, patent agents, support staff and clients • Excellent organizational skills • Excellent communication skills including presentation skills and excellent writing skills • High-level problem-solving skills to review and evaluate legal and/or business problems, and recommend most favorable alternatives • Ability to electronically file documents with the USPTO • Ability to use the USPTO's Public and Private PAIRS for checking on the status of filed patent applications • Ability to use word processing to draft, revise, and finalize agreements with little to no administrative support • Ability to work in a matrix organization and interact with IP counterparts located in Europe
Cantor Colburn LLP, one of the largest full service intellectual property law firms in the country, with growing offices in Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Houston, Detroit and Hartford, is seeking an Associate/Agent/Technical Advisor who will be responsible for drafting and prosecuting patent applications domestically and internationally in the chemical and chemical engineering arts, as well as occasionally preparing invalidity, infringement, and freedom to operate analyses.
The successful candidate must have a degree in chemical engineering with strong technical knowledge. It is preferred to have 2-5 years of patent drafting experience in a law firm, registration in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, to have drafted more than 20 patent applications and to have prosecuted applications both in the U.S. and overseas. Excellent academic credentials and writing and communication skills are required. With sufficient experience, the candidate can work in any of the firm’s offices. Please be prepared to provide references.
Contact: Please send resume and cover letter to careers@cantorcolburn.com. No calls, please. Cantor Colburn LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia; Hartford, Connecticut; Washington, DC; Houston, Texas; or Detroit, Michigan
Cantor Colburn was 8th in the country for issued U.S. patents and 20th for registered U.S. trademarks. The firm’s clients are among the leading companies in the United States and around the world, including Fortune 100 companies, privately held companies, select high-tech start-ups and universities.
Weingarten, Schurgin, Gagnebin & Lebovici LLP, a mid-sized intellectual property firm in downtown Boston, has an immediate opening for a patent attorney with a background in biochemistry or chemistry. Some portable business desired. Salary commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities: • Preparation and filing of patent applications in the US Patent and Trademark Office
• Prosecution of domestic and foreign patent applications • Patentability searches and opinions
• Counseling clients on matters of patentability
• Infringement and invalidity opinions
• Licensing and technology based agreements • Due diligence investigations and support
Qualifications: • Five or more years practicing as a patent attorney • Degree in biochemistry or chemistry. A Ph.D. is strongly preferred • Substantial experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications involving organic chemistry, biochemistry, polymer chemistry, pharmaceuticals, catalysts and related processes, analytical techniques and devices using or implementing any of the above. Experience prosecuting biotechnology applications is also desirable
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office • Admission to the Massachusetts Bar preferred
• Superior legal writing and computer research skills
Weingarten, Schurgin, Gagnebin & Lebovici LLP, a mid-sized intellectual property firm in downtown Boston, has an immediate opening for a patent attorney with a background in electrical engineering. Salary commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities: • Preparation and filing of patent applications in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office • Prosecution of domestic and foreign patent applications • Patentability searches and opinions • Counseling of clients on matters of patentability • Infringement and invalidity opinions • Due diligence investigations and support
Qualifications: • Five or more years practicing as a patent attorney • Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science • Experience in computer science/software/hardware • Preparation and prosecution of patent applications involving, communications, networking, telecommunications systems, and computer systems • Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office • Admission to the Massachusetts Bar preferred • Solid legal and computer research skills
Hiscock & Barclay, LLP, a full service 200 lawyer firm with offices throughout Upstate New York as well as New York City and Boston has immediate openings for a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent in its Upstate New York offices, including Syracuse and Rochester. The firm’s growing Patents & Prosecution Practice Area, which currently includes ten USPTO registered patent attorneys and agents, focuses on drafting and prosecuting patent applications as well as litigation support for a broad range of clients that include national Fortune 100 companies.
The firm seeks to attract highly qualified candidates interested in working in a sophisticated law practice while maintaining a healthy work-life balance in Upstate New York. Candidates must have a minimum of three to five years experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications and be registered to practice before the USPTO. While qualified candidates of all technical disciplines will be considered, backgrounds and/or significant patent drafting and prosecution experience in electrical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering and computer science/software are preferred.
Contact: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit resume, cover letter, transcript and writing sample in confidence to:
Recruitment Coordinator Hiscock & Barclay, LLP One Park Place 300 South State Street Syracuse, NY 13202
Morse, Barnes-Brown & Pendleton, P.C., a dynamic, growing business law firm conveniently located on Route 128 in Waltham is seeking registered Patent Agent or Associate, in particular candidates having a degree in the field of computer software and with some experience patenting mechanical or medical devices. There is no expectation that the Patent Agent will attend law school. Preferred candidates will have approximately 2 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience. Part-time and contract positions are possible, with a potential path to full-time employment if circumstances allow.
Contact: Send résumé to: Laurie J. Macdonald, Firm Administrator, Morse, Barnes-Brown & Pendleton, P.C., CityPoint, 230 Third Avenue, Waltham, MA 02451. Fax: 781-622-5933. Email: mbbp@mbbp.com.
EOE. Principals only
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Greater Boston Area (Waltham), Massachusetts
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc., is seeking a Patent Attorney. The successful candidate will become a member of the Ironwood Legal Department, reporting to the Senior Patent Counsel. The individual in this position will work closely with in-house counsel, research, business partners, and management to create and secure protection for the intellectual property of a dynamic and innovative pharmaceutical company.
Responsibilities: • Develop, secure and defend new intellectual property worldwide by prompting and evaluating invention disclosures, conducting prior art searches, preparation and prosecution of patent applications, and responding to administrative challenges instituted by third parties, including oppositions and inter partes reviews; • Work with in-house counsel and internal clients to develop patent strategy, manage existing patent portfolios, and monitor and analyze competitive intellectual property; • Supervise outside counsel in the preparation and prosecution of pharmaceutical patent applications worldwide; • Support business development and management on licensing opportunities and IP-related transactional work; • Work with internal clients and in-house counsel on IP-related contracts and agreements; • Counsel and educate scientists and management regarding the patenting process, as well as patentability, freedom to operate, infringement and validity matters. • Advise clients and work with outside counsel on matters related to trademarks, USAN, INN, and copyrights.
Requirements: • 3 to 8 years of patent experience with strong skills in drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the pharmaceutical field; • USPTO registration; • J.D. and bar admission in at least one state; • Law firm or pharmaceutical company experience; • Ph.D. in chemistry or biochemistry or B.S. or M.S. in chemistry with significant work experience in medicinal chemistry or a related field; • Strong analytical ability as well as excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
Contact: To apply, send email careers@ironwoodpharma.com. Please include a resume and cover letter with your email message.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer welcoming diversity in our workforce.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
Weingarten, Schurgin, Gagnebin & Lebovici has an immediate opening for a patent attorney with a background in electrical engineering. Salary commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities: • Preparation and filing of patent applications in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office • Prosecution of domestic and foreign patent applications • Patentability searches and opinions • Counseling of clients on matters of patentability • Infringement and invalidity opinions • Due diligence investigations and support
Qualifications: • 5 or more years practicing as a patent attorney • Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science • Experience in computer science/software/hardware • Preparation and prosecution of patent applications involving, communications, networking, telecommunications systems, and computer systems • Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office • Admission to the Massachusetts Bar preferred • Good legal and computer research skills
The Michaud-Kinney Groupseeks an Intellectual Property Attorney with a background in mechanical technology. Applicants should have at least three years experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications. Litigation, trademark and transactional experience a plus. Competitive salary and benefits.
Contact: Please send resume and writing samples to Michael Kinney, Managing Partner at: Kinney@mkgip.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Middletown, Connecticut
The Webb Law Firm, a Pittsburgh-based intellectual property law firm with a long-standing history, is seeking candidates for associate positions in the firm. The firm is especially seeking qualified candidates holding at least a B.S. in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, a J.D. from an accredited law school, and a minimum of 3 years experience as an IP attorney. Industry experience preferred but not required. Responsibilities include drafting and prosecuting patent applications (U.S. and international) and client counseling regarding patentability, infringement and validity, with significant opportunities to practice all aspects of IP law, including litigation. Registration to practice before the USPTO preferred with prior industrial and/or legal experience desired.
Contact: Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, law school transcripts and a writing sample to msomerhalder@webblaw.com or by mail to:
Mike Somerhalder Firm Administrator The Webb Law Firm One Gateway Center 420 Ft. Duquesne Blvd, Suite 1200 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Harrington & Smith, Attorneys At Law, LLC with an office in Shelton, Connecticut seeks an associate to join its growing intellectual property practice. The Firm’s practice is predominantly limited to patent application preparation and prosecution.
Candidates must have an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics and be admitted to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Candidates must also have at least two years of patent prosecution experience.
Join MathWorksand take a central role in protecting the intellectual property of a global software company. Our software is used by engineers, scientists, and mathematicians for performing complex computing tasks, such as design and analysis of complex systems, data analysis, financial modeling, software validation, and generating software for embedded processing devices.
You will apply your strong writing and patent prosecution skills to protect our intellectual assets and to help us expand our global patent portfolio. You will learn about cutting edge modeling and analytical technologies that help make our software a leading tool for many types of technical computing tasks. We are looking for motivated, energetic, confident, and critical thinking attorneys to help shape the direction of our patent portfolio and to work on all matters patent related, as part of our legal department.
Responsibilities: Work closely with inventors to obtain patent protection for a wide range of technologies Participate in the invention disclosure process, including prepare provisional and utility patent applications and prosecute pending applications before the USPTO Work with outside counsel including reviewing patent applications and patent prosecution workproducts Contribute to developing and managing our patent portfolio Work with developers and management generally on patent-related matters Assist with implementing improvements to MathWorks’ patent processes
Qualifications Required / Preferred
Experience/Education: A technical background in computer science/engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or applied mathematics. Masters degree or higher a plus JD degree from an accredited law school and membership, in good standing, in a state bar Patent Bar membership, in good standing, with a minimum of 4 years of patent prosecution experience at a law firm, or a mix of law firm and in-house experience. At least 3 years experience with software patent preparation and prosecution Excellent analytical, communication, writing, and editing skills Effective at multitasking Critical thinking and excellent oral communication skills Exposure to MATLAB® and Simulink® software and to software patent litigation a significant plus
Stevens & Showalter, LLP is a growing patent law boutique firm seeking a patent attorney or patent agent having at least two years of patent application drafting and prosecution experience with a background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. The Firm is located in a South Dayton suburb within a short drive of Northern Cincinnati suburbs. Responsibilities will include patent application preparation and prosecution, conducting prior art searches, drafting clearance/invalidity opinions, and other patent related projects. The Firm’s work atmosphere is very collegial and the dress code is casual.
Contact: Please forward resumes to Hiring Partner at info@sspatlaw.com. Additional information about the Firm can be found at www.sspatlaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Dayton, Ohio
CommVaulthas an opportunity for a Patent Counsel located in our Oceanport, NJ office. The Patent Counsel should be experienced in software patent portfolio generation, as well as advising legal and business teams, to join our dynamic and expanding legal department.
Responsibilities: • Prepare and prosecute high quality patent applications protecting CommVault’s products and services worldwide. • Work closely with internal teams to identify new inventions. • Provide IP support as a member of cross-functional legal teams in licensing, litigation, and other matters. • Provide infringement, validity, and freedom to operate opinions based on prior art search results and other analysis. • Identify strategic business value and market dynamics associated with various technologies and competing products. • Closely supervise outside counsel responsible for aspects of CommVault’s patent portfolio. • Advise internal stakeholders at various levels regarding IP issues. • Assist in budget preparation and forecasting.
Requirements: • Partner-track or equivalent in-house attorney with minimum of 4 years of intellectual property experience with a large law firm or major corporation. • BS and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience in the software field; JD from a top tier ABA-approved law school. • Prior non-legal work experience in software development is a plus. • Proven track record of successful software patent prosecution and patent litigation or litigation support. • Experience supporting transactional teams on general IP and M&A matters, drafting IP licenses and product development agreements, and participating in related negotiations. • Familiarity with Open Source licensing issues • Registered to practice before the USPTO • Excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work with clients in team-oriented partnerships to achieve outstanding results
Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker, LLP, a premier full service law firm of over 800 Attorneys and 23 national offices, is seeking an IP Associate experienced with 2-6 years of experience in Patent Prosecution to work in our New York City (Midtown) office.
Qualified candidates must possess the following: • JD from an accredited Law School • Must be admitted to practice in the State of New York and before the United States Patent and Trademark Office • 2-6 years of intellectual property experience • Patent prosecution and intellectual property litigation experience • Superior written and oral communication skills
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: New York, New York
Domestically, we rank among the American Lawyer 200 and the National Law Journal’s Top 50 law firms.
For more than 30 years, we have provided our clients with a full range of experienced and innovative legal services. Using a consultative approach and a collaborative team framework, Wilson Elser delivers the best possible legal results to its clients. For more information, please visit our web site at www.wilsonelser.com.
Patent GCis seeking a senior patent attorney to join our team. Qualified candidates will have been practicing as lawyers for 10+ years, and will have experience in both law firm and in-house settings. The candidate must have a computer science and/or electrical engineering background.
Euro-Pro has been experiencing a tremendous amount of growth, and is currently looking for talented individuals to join our organization. We are a Boston based (Newton, MA) company, with offices in Montreal, Canada and various locations throughout China.
Essential Functions: Work with the internal and external stakeholders to identify patentable inventions and generate invention disclosures Draft patent applications and respond to office actions Assist with patentability and infringement studies, and other IP-related matters
Attributes and Skills: Excellent communications, analytical and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
Education and Experience: 3-5 years in prosecuting patent applications Must be registered to practice before the USPTO Undergraduate degree in electrical or mechanical engineering preferred Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
At Euro-Pro, we are driven to be the best in the industry. We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference. We celebrate and reward initiative, creativity, growth, and commitment to our mission. We will provide the challenge and opportunity to apply all aspects of your experience and skills; you provide the energy, passion, and results.
Euro-Pro supports the national policy of Equal Employment Opportunity.
It is our goal at Euro-Pro to recruit applicants for jobs without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicap, marital status or veteran status.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Newton, Masssachusets
Recognized as one of the “Fastest growing, most innovative developers of Home Appliances in the World,” Euro-Pro is a pioneer in innovative cleaning solutions and small household appliances sold under the familiar brands Shark® and Ninja®. We provide the latest in easy-to-use technology with a growing line of products that consists of corded and cordless vacuums, steam mops and cleaners, irons and garment steamers, and a variety of small kitchen appliances. It is our mission to create and deliver high quality; reliable “5 Star” rated products.
Euro-Pro Highlights • Company revenues have increased by approximately 170% from just over $270MM in fiscal 2007 to nearly $730MM in fiscal 2011 • Named to Inc. magazine’s Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America for the past 3 consecutive years • Awarded Wal-Mart vendor of the Year for the past 4 consecutive years. Most recently in 2011, Euro-Pro was awarded the “Supplier of the Year” for the Home Division (out of more than 2,000 suppliers!)
is seeking candidates for an associate position in the firm. Qualified candidates should hold at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science or related area of technology, and 3-5 years of experience in the practice of intellectual property law and litigation, including a demonstrated ability to prepare, file and prosecute patents applications, and the like.
