Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Portland, Ore.

May 15, 2015- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Marger Johnson McCollom, P.C., a Portland, Oregon, full-service IP boutique, seeks a registered patent attorney with 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience in the electrical/computer/software technical areas. B.S. electrical engineering, computer science, or physics strongly preferred. Recent experience in team-environment computer programming or experience in analog circuit design or analysis a plus.

Global IP Systems Administrator – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

April 21, 2015- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Nike seeks a Global IP Systems Administrator to work in its Portland, Oregon, headquarters. As our Systems Administrator supporting Intellectual Property, you'll work with multiple aspects of the NIKE Intellectual Property Center of Excellence (IP COE), including:

Work closely with Patent and Trademark COEs to lead project work-streams that help identify and evaluate critical strategic priorities.
Drive development and implementation of key deliverables through collaboration with the IP COE.
Support key portfolio and business operations for IP COE initiatives by providing quantitative and qualitative analytical support and thought partnership.
Utilize IP workflow knowledge to support portfolio management-related activities, including report requirement gathering.

In addition, you will be responsible for:

Management of IP Docket and Workflow System including the oversight of application upgrades and integrations with all additional IP tools required for Patent and Trademark day to day work.
Liaise between service provider and Patent and Trademark Teams to ensure overall operational excellence and continuous system/workflow improvement.
Triage system errors reported by the user base to ensure they are resolved timely and provide proper system training as needed.
Recommend operational improvements based on knowledge of IP workflows that will enhance the IP Management System used by the IP COE.
Implement system configurations in support of business needs and lead testing efforts to drive projects to completion.

You'll be responsible for managing multiple sources of communication and documents. You'll exercise proactive communication with key stakeholders. You will develop and employ best practices, policies and good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for defining, designing, developing, testing, and implementing technologies in Intellectual Property. You'll continually analyze operations, identify problems, seek process and reporting improvements and integrate into operations and work processes.

Finally, you'll need to demonstrate a strong ability to rapidly assimilate new information and technologies, work successfully in a highly matrixed organization and forge partnerships with peers, customers, and suppliers.

Qualifications:

Minimum 4+ years Intellectual Property experience
Experience or aptitude for understanding, developing and deploying new systems, processes, concepts or tools across a team
Ability to resolve conflict, manage multiple priorities and utilize a keen attention to detail
Ability to analyze and interpret data through IP Legal filter and elevate information as a strategic asset
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented, diverse team environment
Must be comfortable with ambiguity and be resourceful enough to find solutions on your own
Ability to lead and influence others to prioritize and accomplish objectives Communication Skills
Ability to develop strong working relationships across a broad set of stakeholder groups
Professional business demeanor; demonstrates patience, ability to negotiate effectively and network within/outside of the organization
Ability to communicate and present effectively to all levels of the organization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable giving presentations and training sessions
Ability to network and influence critical business outcomes in a matrix based, global environment Knowledge and Experience
Knowledge of Internal Nike networks and systems is beneficial but not required
Knowledge of the Nike matrix is beneficial but not required Computer Skills
Strong computer skills, including experience navigating the internet and using PC and Windows-based software (Microsoft Office)
Experience using and managing electronic docketing systems is required
Experience with Anaqua is a strong plus

Still Interested?
NIKE is a growth company. We’re looking for team members to grow with us. If we’ve piqued your interest, then, good! A generous benefits package will only sweeten the deal. We offer a stock purchase plan, 401(k), a casual work environment, and a host of other perks we don't have room to mention here.

Contact
Apply by visiting this link: http://jobs.nike.com/portland/admin-(administrative)/jobid6685602-global-ip-systems-administrator-jobs.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Portland, Oregon

Nike does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. We’re a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries, and push out the edges of what can be. We’re looking for people who can grow, think, dream and create. We thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and rewards imagination. We seek achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about bringing what you have to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

Associate – Law Firm – Flexible Location (Remote)

March 12, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kennedy Lenart Spraggins LLP is seeking a registered U.S. patent attorney to join our growing patent practice as an associate. KLS is located in Austin, Texas, but the preferred candidate may work remotely. Primary responsibilities 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 and significant patent preparation and prosecution experience.

Senior Corporate Counsel, Open Source and Patents – Large Corporation – Seattle, Wash.

March 5, 2015- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Amazon’s legal department is looking for a talented patent attorney to lead a team that supports Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within Amazon.com that is blazing new trails as a pioneer in the fast-growing cloud computing industry. Amazon Web Services is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, database, content delivery, message queuing, mobile application developer tools, software-as-service products, and more.

If you have a passion for innovative technology, this is the place for you. You will have significant influence on the development and execution of our patent strategy and will solve cutting edge intellectual property issues. Responsibilities include client counseling, third party IP investigations and actively working with outside counsel to manage filing, prosecuting and maintaining our growing US and foreign patent portfolio. The ideal candidate will become embedded with the builders of our newest technologies, while helping shape the products and services as they come to market.

The successful candidate must be inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology, enjoy working hard and being continually challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. Compensation based on experience and includes equity compensation.

Basic Qualifications

7+years of legal experience (with at least three years at a law firm) as patent attorney
Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar is required
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of a wide variety of technology areas including: web services, digital media, virtualization, data storage, database, operating systems, mobile applications, content delivery, and e-commerce
Ability to identify effective methods of protecting intellectual property created from software, hardware and internet related products and services
Effective oral and written communication skills in communicating business and intellectual property issues with and between developers, engineers and business leaders
Ability to be responsible for intellectual property related activities for several business and technology teams, including training the business on patent filing and strategy, idea harvesting, management of patent application preparation and prosecution, addressing third party patent issues, and assisting in patent acquisitions and licensing
Ability to assist in-house and outside litigation counsel in patent litigation issues
Ability to counsel other Amazon lawyers with intellectual property issues that affect the business
Have personally prepared and prosecuted at least 50 patent applications
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
Ability to work with various teams across the Company to advise on open source issues, including technical analysis of software products, education and training of technical teams, and review of licenses for open source projects
Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects at once, and follow through and meet deadlines
Strong analytical and computer skills
Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact
For more information and to apply online, visit the listing's page on our website: http://www.amazon.jobs/jobs/243350/senior-corporate-counsel-open-source-and-patents.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Seattle, Washington

Corporate Counsel, Patents – Large Corporation – Seattle, Wash.

March 5, 2015- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Are you looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, innovative company? Come make history with Amazon’s legal department.

If you have a passion for innovative technology and want to help grow the patent portfolio of the world’s largest online retail business, this is the place for you. As a member of the patent group for Digital Kindle Business Segment, you will directly interact with the business and technology teams to introduce and protect new and innovative technology. Responsibilities include direct client counseling, third party IP investigations and actively working with outside counsel to manage filing, prosecuting and maintaining our growing US and foreign patent portfolio. Other responsibilities will include conducting product clearance searches to assess and understand the business risks involved in bringing a product to market. The ideal candidate will become embedded with the builders of our newest technologies, while helping shape the products/services as they come to market.

Every day across the world we develop the ideas, the services and the products that make life easier for tens of millions of customers, and make good things happen faster. From providing Earth’s Biggest Selection of products to developing ground breaking software and devices that change entire industries. Amazon is a place of invention and progressive thinking.

Basic Qualifications

4+years of legal experience (with at least two years at a law firm) as patent attorney
Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar is required
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of a wide variety of technology areas including: consumer device hardware, displays, consumer device software, and backend systems for supporting consumer devices
Ability to identify effective methods of protecting intellectual property created from software, hardware and internet related products and services
Effective oral and written communication skills in communicating business and intellectual property issues with and between developers, engineers and business leaders
Ability to be responsible for intellectual property related activities for at least one business segment, including training, idea harvesting, patent application preparation and prosecution and addressing third party issues in a fast paced, frugal environment
Have personally prepared and prosecuted at least 50 original patent applications
Have conducted product clearance searches
Admitted to the Washington State Bar Association preferred
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines
Strong analytical and computer skills
Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact
For more information and to apply online, visit the listing's page on our website: http://www.amazon.jobs/jobs/289367/corporate-counsel-patents.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Seattle, Washington

Patent Attorney/Sr. Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Bothell, Wa.

February 10, 2015- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Agent

Seattle Genetics is seeking is a patent attorney or agent with prosecution experience in molecular biology or immunology, and preferably antibody prosecution.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah (Remote)

January 19, 2015- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

A patent attorney with a small firm in Salt Lake City is seeking several patent agents to outsource patent preparation (and prosecution) matters. The patent applications are usually on simple mechanical devices, although there are some software.

Patent Prosecution and Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

January 10, 2015- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Stoel Rives LLP seeks patent prosecution and patent litigation associate attorneys to join its dynamic Technology and Intellectual Property (TIP) groups in the Portland, Salt Lake City and Seattle offices. The Stoel Rives TIP practice is a multidisciplinary group that includes talented professionals with experience in business, litigation, and technical matters. Undergraduate degrees in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, physics, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or similar discipline and USPTO registration is required. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience in patent prosecution. Strong academic credentials, client service skills, and writing skills are required.

Patent Agent or Patent Associate – Law Firm – Seattle, Wash.

January 6, 2015- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a Patent Associate or a Patent Agent with two to four years of experience for our Seattle office. This person will have the opportunity to work on a variety of patent prosecution projects. Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collegial and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Seattle, Wash.

October 20, 2014- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Intellectual Property Department in the Seattle office of Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a patent lawyer with a minimum of three years of patent preparation and prosecution experience. Some patent litigation support experience would be desirable. The position will primarily involve patent preparation and prosecution for a wide range of technologies, but will also include some patent litigation support in the form of infringement analysis, file history reviews, claim construction, and advising on patent law issues and strategies. Additional aspects of the position will include counseling clients on a wide variety of IP issues, non-litigation patent infringement analysis, IP licensing, and trademark prosecution.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Remote

October 8, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - West

Neustel Law Offices, LTD has an entry-level position available for a full-time or part-time qualified patent attorney or patent agent to assist with patentability search opinions, patent applications, patent prosecution, legal research, patent infringement analysis and patent infringement litigation. A significant amount of our patent prosecution work involves ecommerce, software and mechanical related inventions. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious patent attorney that has a strong desire to learn the various aspects of the practice of patent law.

IP Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Seattle, Wash.

October 8, 2014- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking an IP litigation associate with two to five years of experience to join the IP Litigation group in its Seattle office. This associate will have the opportunity to work on complex patent, trademark, and other IP litigation matters in federal courts around the United States.

Patent Expert – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

July 30, 2014- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nike seeks a Patent Expert to work in its Portland, Ore., offices. As our Patent Expert, you'll research innovation developments for utility patent opportunities; direct drafting and prosecution of utility patent applications by outside counsel, and interface with outside counsel and inventors to finalize utility patent applications.

The candidate must possess the ability to interface with colleagues having a wide array of expertise in areas of design, science, and engineering in a continually dynamic environment. You'll report on metrics that monitor the pace and efficiency of the patent procurement process. You'll assist in managing the investigation process by collaborating with the Innovation, Product, Trademark, Litigation and Patent groups. You'll provide for intellectual property protection of relevant Nike products and innovations and consult with outside attorneys.

You'll maintain a high level of awareness of all current Nike development projects, production techniques, and materials relating to Nike products. You'll manage and maintain the system of obtaining timely disclosures of new technologies and IP strategic plans from Nike footwear teams. You'll provide these teams with strategies for managing information dissemination with regard to such patents.

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering
At least 7 years' patent application and/or prosecution experience preferred
Experience in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering
Technical background recognized by the Patent Office for registration
Member of the Patent Bar
Understanding the patenting process
Understanding of quality control procedures, manufacturing processes and production techniques
Strong understanding of research methodologies and how they relate to manufacturing and product development
Knowledge of state-of-the-art technologies
Strategic planning skills helpful
Must have a high level of engineering skills and knowledge

Contact
We're interested in learning more about you and appreciate you taking the time to apply online here: http://jobs.nike.com/oregon/legal/jobid5761652-patent-expert-jobs. Nike, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) that strives to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Portland, Oregon

The heart of Nike is built around one simple idea -- innovate. Whether that innovation is called Nike Air or Nike Free or Nike Flyknit or the Nike+ FuelBand, the principle is the same: think something that nobody has thought before and create product that is uniquely innovative and uniquely Nike. So take chances. Think bigger than the next achiever. Just know one thing. The more you succeed, the higher we’ll raise the bar.

Patent Liaison – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

July 30, 2014- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nike seeks a Patent Liaison to work in its Portland, Ore., offices. As a key member of the Nike Patents Team, the Patent Liaison will work closely with Patent Experts, Nike Innovation teams, and outside counsel providing assistance in moving inventions through the patent process while supporting the management and development of Nike’s world class patent portfolio.

The Patent Liaison will coordinate and assist Patent Experts in innovation development sessions and Patent Review Committees, perform technical searches, review invention disclosure materials to provide a summation for outside counsel, , and coordinate with innovators to obtain necessary technical details to incorporate into patent applications and patent strategies.

The Patent Liaison will help form a team approach to managing the patent portfolio, working with Nike Patent Paralegals, Nike Patent Assistants, and outside patent counsel teams to maintain dockets for Patent Experts and ensure that data and documents housed in the IP management system are accurate and up-to-date.
The Patent Liaison will report on metrics that monitor the pace and efficiency of the innovation capture and patent procurement process, and assist in providing patent status updates to inventors and business units.

Nike is an energetic and dynamic company. The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills, a motivating personality, and a passion for learning.
In short, life is a sport, make it count. Write the future. Find your greatness.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or above in science or engineering.
Ability to communicate technology in both written and verbal form and to interact with a wide array of individuals having expertise in areas of design, science, engineering, and business in a continually dynamic environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Experience in facilitation of committees and meetings.
Ability to process and understand diverse technical concepts in a fast-paced environment.
Patent experience a plus, but not required.
Prior art searching experience a plus, but not required.
Docket coordination/maintenance experience a plus, but not required.

Contact
We're interested in learning more about you and appreciate you taking the time to apply online here: http://jobs.nike.com/oregon/legal/jobid5743203-patent-liaison-jobs. NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Portland, Oregon

IP Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Seattle, Wash.

July 24, 2014- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Seattle office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking several associates to join their Intellectual Property Section. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.

Patent Associate or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Seattle, Wash.

June 19, 2014- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The global law firm of K&L Gates seeks to hire a midlevel or senior Patent Associate or Patent Agent to join their dynamic IP Procurement practice in the Seattle office.
The ideal candidate will have four to six years of patent prosecution experience in a law firm setting. Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and a degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Physics is required. This position will focus on the preparation and prosecution of patent applications in electrical, software, and mechanical fields, but will also include some licensing and intellectual property due diligence support.
Candidates must have substantial experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications, and be self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Senior Corporate Counsel, Patents – Large Corporation – Seattle, Wash.

April 30, 2014- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Amazon's legal department is looking for a talented patent attorney to lead the investigation and pre-litigation resolution of received/threatened third party patent assertions. Successful candidate primary responsibilities include leading the investigation of the third party patents, advising Amazon’s technology teams on appropriate action to be taken, effectively resolving pre-litigation matters and development and implementation of appropriate IP policies.

If you have a passion for innovative technology, this is the place for you. You will have significant influence on the development and execution of our patent strategy and will solve cutting edge intellectual property issues. Responsibilities include develop and implement Amazon IP policies, client counseling and third party patent investigations. You will also assist and supervise on a full range of patent litigation and pre-litigation activities, including supervising outside counsel, formulating and implementing litigation strategy, assisting in and overseeing settlement and other dispute resolution efforts and providing IP advice regarding Amazon and third-party patent rights.

Basic Qualifications

7+years of legal experience (with at least three years at a law firm) as patent attorney
Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar is required
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Experience effectively addressing and resolving patent assertions/litigation
Understanding of a wide variety of technology areas including: web services, digital media, virtualization, data storage, database, operating systems, mobile applications, content delivery, and e-commerce

Preferred Qualifications

Effective oral and written communication skills in communicating business and intellectual property issues with and between developers, engineers and business leaders
Demonstrated ability to counsel in-house lawyers and business leaders on intellectual property issues, including patent litigation
Sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
Demonstrated ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
Able to counsel business leaders on open source software related patent issues
Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects at once, and follow through and meet deadlines
Strong analytical and computer skills
Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact
For more information and to apply online, visit the listing's page on our website: http://www.amazon.jobs/job/264214/senior-corporate-counsel-patents.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Seattle, Washington

Senior Corporate Counsel, Patents – Large Corporation – Seattle, Wash.

April 18, 2014- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Amazon's legal department is looking for a talented patent attorney to lead a team that supports Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within Amazon.com that is blazing new trails as a pioneer in the fast-growing cloud computing industry. Amazon Web Services is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, database, content delivery, message queuing, mobile application developer tools, software-as-service products, and more.

Basic Qualifications

7+years of legal experience (with at least three years at a law firm) as patent attorney
Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar is required
Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Additional Qualifications

Understanding of a wide variety of technology areas including: web services, digital media, virtualization, data storage, database, operating systems, mobile applications, content delivery, and e-commerce
Ability to identify effective methods of protecting intellectual property created from software, hardware and internet related products and services
Effective oral and written communication skills in communicating business and intellectual property issues with and between developers, engineers and business leaders
Ability to be responsible for intellectual property related activities for several business and technology teams, including training the business on patent filing and strategy, idea harvesting, management of patent application preparation and prosecution, addressing third party patent issues, and assisting in patent acquisitions and licensing
Ability to assist in-house and outside litigation counsel in patent litigation issues
Ability to counsel other Amazon lawyers with intellectual property issues that affect the business
Have personally prepared and prosecuted at least 40 patent applications for AWS related technology
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
Able to provide advice and counsel to businesses on open source software related patent issues
Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects at once, and follow through and meet deadlines
Strong analytical and computer skills
Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact
For more information and to apply online, visit the listing's page on our website: http://www.amazon.jobs/job/243350/senior-corporate-counsel-patents.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Seattle, Washington

Patent Expert – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

April 14, 2014- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nike seeks a Patent Expert who will research innovation developments for utility patent opportunities; direct drafting and prosecution of utility patent applications by outside counsel, and interface with outside counsel and inventors to finalize utility patent applications.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Seattle, Wash.

March 26, 2014- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Boeing Company is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in its Seattle, Wash., offices. As a member of the Patent Bar, and in the development and management of a global patent portfolio for the enterprise, directs and approves key decisions regarding patent preparation and prosecution, European oppositions, foreign filing country selection, termination of prosecution, appeals, and portfolio pruning. Evaluates invention disclosures from across the enterprise. Oversees new patent preparation and prosecution work with domestic and foreign outside counsel, including review and revision of work product. Makes decisions regarding prosecution and claim scope based on technical merits, business value, and overall adequacy of available protection. Efficiently manages a large docket of domestic and foreign pending prosecution matters. Revises U.S. applications for filing under the PCT or in foreign countries. As a subject matter expert, serves as a mentor and a lead and is sought out by teammates to provide guidance and insight on patent prosecution matters.