Foreign Patent Prosecution Assistant – Law Firm – Oakland CA, Menlo Park CA, and Remote

June 18, 2021- US - Telecommute, - US - West, Work - Admin, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP, a specialty patent prosecution firm, is seeking to add to our talented staff. WAVS IP offers a pleasant, collegial work environment with competitive salaries (full-time positions offer a full complement of benefits). Remote work arrangements are possible.

Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Denver, CO or possible remote options

June 13, 2021- US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, Work - Patent Prosecution

Sheridan Ross P.C. is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate or Patent Agent in the Electrical Engineering field with 2-7 years of legal experience and strong academic credentials. Qualified candidates will be USPTO admitted and have experience prosecuting patent matters. 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.

Patent Agent – Small Corporation – Remote

June 1, 2021- US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Aurora Consulting LLC is looking for a patent agent to help with portfolio management, growth initiatives, content development, and business administration.

What you’ll do:

You will help us navigate a very dynamic growth stage by assisting, as needed, in a wide array of disciplines including:

Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client’s business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client’s patent strategy and portfolio development efforts, including identifying and capturing inventive technologies, performing patent searches, preparing applications, and guiding patent prosecution.
Growth initiatives. You will help us continue our growth trajectory via active participation in networking, business development, and speaking engagements (virtual for now). This is compensated time and eligible for profit sharing.
Content development. We’re launching several digital outreach experiments this year, and we may need your help in developing blog, video, and podcast content.
Administrative backend. We’re working toward more automated solutions, but we still have several monthly tasks around reporting and project management that require human touch.

Who you are:

You have an undying love for enabling innovations and supporting inventors with the highest level of quality, high-touch service. Ideally, you’ll also have a good mix of the following:

Registered USPTO Patent agent with a background in bioengineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, software, or related technical discipline. A Master’s degree, Ph.D., and/or J.D. is preferable.
2+ years as an experienced patent strategist who is technically skilled and comfortable drafting and reviewing utility and design patent applications in the fast-paced startup world. You should be able to share a few office action responses and patent numbers or published patent applications that were predominantly drafted by you.
Experience performing patentability and freedom-to-operate analysis.
Experience tracking and maintaining multiple clients’ patent portfolios in different subject matter areas, monitoring portfolios with docketing systems, and providing regular updates to clients.
Ability to review and analyze technically complex documents, including scientific papers, patents, and technical specifications.
Excellent organizational, verbal communication, and writing skills.
Team player with proven ability to work with dynamic and diverse groups of engineers, inventors, and business and strategy teams.
Can self-direct, manage, and motivate. Takes personal ownership and responsibility for driving results and achieving milestones.
Comfortable wearing many hats while prioritizing and managing multiple deadlines.
Possess strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Prior experience working remotely in a distributed environment is helpful. And it would be over-the-top if you also have public speaking and/or business development experience.

Apply online at:
https://aurora-consulting.breezy.hr/p/fa9061c9d516-patent-agent-remote

In your cover letter, please include references to:

Two Google Patents links to issued patents or published pending applications that were predominantly drafted by you
Two office action responses that resulted in issued patents or that were favorably reviewed by the USPTO

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: remote

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Boston, MA (Remote)

May 26, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hunter Clark PLLC, a boutique patent prosecution firm located in the Boston area, is seeking dedicated patent prosecutors (attorney or agent) with a high-tech background (e.g., electrical engineering, computer science) with a minimum of four years of patent prosecution experience. Qualified candidates will be able to work from a remote office and have an aptitude for quickly understanding new and complex technologies, and an inquisitive, problem-solving, strategic mind. Litigation, copyright and trademark experience is of benefit, but not a requirement.

Patent Attorney/Agent/Engineer/Scientist – Law Firm – Oakland, CA, Menlo Park, CA and Remote

May 13, 2021- US - Telecommute, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP is a growing San Francisco Bay Area patent law firm with over 25 registered patent practitioners and a diverse client base. We are seeking patent attorneys, agents, engineers and scientists with at least two 2 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution. Applicants should have a background in computer science or electrical engineering, or have a graduate degree in physics. We are particularly interested in practitioners with a knowledge of wireless digital communication, ML/AI, optical device/semiconductor processing and/or chip design such as microprocessor architecture. We are seeking motivated applicants who want a full-time position and full workload. We offer a percentage-based compensation plan that generously rewards hard-working practitioners while providing flexibility to maintain a reasonable work/life balance. We have a supportive and friendly work environment and a highly-trained support staff. Our main office is in Oakland, CA, near the 12th Street BART station. Our new Silicon Valley office is in Menlo Park, CA. Remote work arrangements are available.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Remote

May 13, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Government, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation

McNeill Baur has multiple unique opportunities for patent attorneys or agents specializing in the fields of chemistry and biology. We are looking for one or more attorneys or agents with a least 5 years relevant experience in complex patent prosecution and/or patent counseling. Candidates with prior litigation experience are encouraged to apply.

About you:

You love science and ideally have an advanced biology or chemistry degree, preferably a PhD, from a superior institution.
You have a track record of performing work for innovative life science, biotech, and/or pharmaceutical corporations based in the United States.
You have strong persuasive writing skills, deep knowledge of best practices in patent prosecution (for a prosecution position) and due diligence investigations and opinion writing (for a counseling position), and effectively present work product orally.
You are admitted to practice before the USPTO.
You can support partners in multiple locations and work independently.
We want to hear from you even if you want a part-time position or are an on-ramp candidates who wants to return to the workforce.

About us:

McNeill Baur was founded nearly seven years ago by a group of former big law attorneys who continue to practice high value, strategic patent prosecution and client counseling but in a smaller firm environment. Our attorneys are nationally recognized leaders in life sciences patent prosecution and counseling, and the firm has been ranked as a recommended firm for patent prosecution for multiple years.
We love what we do! We work with the best and brightest innovative clients at the cutting edge of biotechnology and chemistry. This is a unique opportunity to practice law at a big firm level, while benefiting from the firm's strong commitment to reasonable work hours, family-friendly atmosphere, and respecting employee work-life balance. We are committed to equity and inclusion across race, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, identity, religion, and experience.

We have no work origination or business development requirement in this position.
Attorneys and agents design their own work plan, including schedule and billable hour goals, in consultation with partners.
The firm has never had a central brick-and-mortar location and instead uses advanced cloud-based networking capabilities. This eliminates commuting and allows us to hire the best candidates from different locations.
We offer a comprehensive and generous benefit program, including health insurance, dental insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, an EAP program, a competitive salary, and a 401K plan with generous matching component.
We provide home office equipment.
We support professional development by providing training.

Contact:
Please submit resume, cover letter, salary requirements, desired hours per year, and a portfolio listing representative US patents or published applications that you have drafted and/or prosecuted to careers@mcneillbaur.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: remote

Patent Attorney, Agent, or Engineer – Law Firm – Remote

May 11, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

ALG Intellectual Property, LLC is seeking a new patent law professional to join its firm. At ALG, we live and work where we want, set our own hours, and interact with diverse and sophisticated clients. We provide a very competitive production-based compensation structure, benefits, and excellent training. If you have patent preparation and prosecution experience as an attorney, patent agent, or patent engineer, strong technical and writing skills, and a commitment to preparing a quality work product, we want you to join us. A background in electrical/computer engineering, computer science, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or physics is preferred, but not required.

Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Remote (US)

May 8, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma

PTC Therapeutics Inc, a large corporation, is seeking a Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent to work remotely.

The Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent supports PTC’s global Intellectual Property (IP) needs. As a member of the Intellectual Property Department, Patent Attorney/ Patent Agent will interface with internal IP Counsel, Legal Department and Legal Operations Department Teams, and will collaborate closely with PTC Stakeholders in Research, Preclinical, Publication Review, Business Development, Project Development, CMC, Clinical, Marketing, Commercial, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Corporate Communications, and associated Operations Teams.
Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent is responsible for the preparation and prosecution of patent applications to support the goals of PTC Stakeholders.
Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent interfaces cross-functionally with PTC Stakeholders in all relevant PTC Teams and external Patent Counsel on patent issues as needed.
Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent is engaged with PTC Culture initiatives, supports PTC regulatory requirements and follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Essential Functions:

Obtain or perform subject matter patentability and freedom-to-operate searches as needed to support the goals of PTC Stakeholders.
Prepares and prosecutes patent applications as needed to support the goals of PTC Stakeholders.
Interface with all relevant PTC Stakeholders and external Patent Counsel as needed to provide direction or instructions and/or review regarding potential responses to patent examination communications from Intellectual Property offices.
Attend internal meetings with all relevant PTC Stakeholders to obtain information for the preparation and prosecution of patent applications; provide direction and support to all relevant PTC Stakeholders for the drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications; contribute patent expertise while developing and executing PTC patent strategy; align with timing of all relevant PTC Stakeholder goals while satisfying all patent statutory requirements.
Performs additional duties as requested or required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:

* Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience.

The Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent has a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline as well as a Juris Doctorate degree and a minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible, demonstrated experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications; at least 6 years of which include patent application preparation and prosecution (in-house or at a law firm) related to pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical subject matter.
The Contractor, Patent Attorney/Patent Agent has a minimum of 6 years of substantial relevant experience interfacing with Research, Preclinical, Publication Review, Business Development, Project Development, CMC, Clinical, Marketing, Commercial, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Corporate Communications, and associated Operations Teams and external Patent Counsel.

* Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.

Admission to at least one state bar.
Registered to practice before the United States Patent Office.
Demonstrated experience preparing, filing and prosecuting patent applications, including electronic filing of patent applications with the USPTO or a similar IP Office.
High degree of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to adhere to strict deadlines and guidelines.
Reliable self-starter with the ability to influence without direct authority.
Demonstrated proficiency using the advanced functionality of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint and Teams) and Adobe.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members.
Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.

*Special knowledge or skills and/or licenses or certificates preferred.

Hands-on experience in Research, Preclinical, Publication Review, Business Development, Project Development, CMC, Clinical, Marketing, Commercial, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Corporate Communications, or associated Operations environments.
Hands-on, laboratory-based scientific experience.
Hands-on experience filing patent applications using the USPTO's Patent Electronic Filing System (EFS-Web).

* Travel requirements

0-10%

Apply online at:
https://ptcbio.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/PTC_Careers/job/Remote-United-States/Contract--Patent-Counsel_R1626-2

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Remote (US)

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Washington, D.C. (Remote/Flexible)

April 15, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fiala & Weaver P.L.L.C. is seeking full time and part time patent attorneys and agents to assist us with our growing practice. Opportunities are available primarily for preparation and prosecution work for a variety of clients in the electrical, electro-mechanical, software, and Internet technology areas. Persons with law firm experience and/or tech industry experience, as well as present and former Examiners, are all encouraged to apply. We offer excellent compensation and a relaxed work environment. Inquiries are treated in absolute confidence. Portable business is not required. Though we are based in Washington, D.C., Applicants may be remotely located.

Patent Associate/Agent/Law Clerk/Technical Specialist – Law Firm – New York, NY/Remote

April 13, 2021- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

MagStone Law, LLP is a modern law firm dedicated to providing solution-focused, cost-effective, and high-quality legal services to our clients. We are all experienced lawyers with backgrounds from the most prominent international law firms. Our practice covers all aspects of corporate transactional law, including business formation, financing, licensing, corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions, and SEC compliance. We also provide legal services in intellectual property, real estate transactions, tax controversy, litigation, and dispute resolution services. Known for our expertise on U.S.-China cross-border transactions, we have become the go-to law firm for many Chinese companies exploring the U.S. market and U.S. companies entering into the Chinese market.

Patent Partner – Law Firm – Remote

April 10, 2021- US - Telecommute, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fresh IP PLC is seeking an experienced patent attorney with a significant portable book of business to join our friendly team and rapidly growing firm. You would come on board as a partner and help to develop a new regional practice.

Patent Litigator – Corporation – Remote

April 8, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

The cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing segments of the economy, and intellectual property (IP) is becoming an increasingly important element for the sustained growth of the industry. The future of IP development, transactions, licensing, and litigation for the cannabis industry is now being established, and tremendous opportunity exists for experienced IP practitioners to establish themselves as leading figures and thought leaders in the cannabis industry.

The Company has an industry leading patent portfolio and growth strategy and is seeking a patent litigator with at least six years of patent litigation and PTAB experience. The selected candidate will directly handle day-to-day case and licensing demands in the fast-growing cannabis and hemp industries. This requires an entrepreneurial spirit and someone with a wide range of technical, legal, and business development and negotiation skills. This role will provide the candidate with an opportunity to be at the forefront of patent enforcement for the cannabis industry.

Job Summary:

Initiate, defend, and manage post issuance patent proceedings such as post grant reviews, inter partes reviews, oppositions, and patent litigation.

Handle all phases of litigation: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions practice, hearings, pre-trial and trial, mediation, settlement. Establish and develop streamlined SOPs for all patent proceedings.

Participate in: acquisition and licensing negotiations in both contentions and non-contentious settings; licensing campaigns; due diligence; and the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of agreements covering intellectual property rights.

Proactive and resourceful, with ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, deadlines, ambiguity, and operating in novel situations.

Assist in identifying potential assets for acquisition and licensing, international patent prosecution and portfolio management, patent drafting, IP audits, idea generation and harvesting, and IP partnership tasks with select partners.

Requirements:
Generally, at least six years of patent litigation experience, we welcome applicants with substantially more experience.

Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the ability to handle IPRs and IPR defense.

Bar membership in good standing in your state of residence with preference given to those licensed to practice in Oregon, California, and/or Colorado.

Scientific degree(s), with a preference for organic chemistry, engineering, and/or physics. Formulation, pharmaceutical, and chemical expertise is appreciated, including botanical extraction (e.g., water, ethanol, Co2, hydrocarbon solvent-based techniques). Cannabis and hemp-specific experience is appreciated, but is not required.

Apply via email to:
PatLitResume@gmail.com

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Remote

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Chicago, IL (temporarily remote due to Covid)

March 27, 2021- US - Midwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP is a Chicago-based intellectual property law firm having over 85 attorneys, highly qualified patent agents, and technical specialists, all dedicated to providing superior intellectual property counseling. We specialize in prosecution and litigation in all areas of intellectual property law. We litigate nationwide, primarily within the federal court system, and obtain patents and trademark registrations for our clients in the United States and foreign patent and trademark offices.

We are currently seeking a Patent Agent for our Chemistry and/or Biotechnology practice groups. The right individual will have:

At least three years of experience as a patent agent or technical specialist with a law firm or corporation.
Strong academic credentials, which should minimally include an advanced degree in Organic Chemistry, doctorates are preferred. Candidates should have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and exceptional organizational skills.
Ability to grasp new technical teachings quickly.
Ability to efficiently review patent and non-patent literature for key concepts.
Registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is required.

Responsibilities will include:

Interviewing inventors to learn about new ideas to be patented. Our clients include some of the world’s largest and most technologically advanced companies.
Preparing patent applications, which includes drafting technical descriptions describing the inventions.
Advocating for our clients before the U.S. Patent Trademark Office to seek issuance of a patent. This includes writing claims for the patent application, as well as analyzing patents and other publications relating to chemical inventions.
This position demands that the individual will, under the supervision of senior practitioners, assume significant client responsibilities, provide high-quality services to domestic and foreign clients, communicate with all levels of management and staff and, at times, require a significant degree of autonomy.

Compensation for this position includes an annual salary highly competitive within the Chicago Market at the experience level specified herein, along with customary benefits and opportunities to earn significant bonuses. Customary benefits include:

Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee and Dependent Medical Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance and AD&D
Accident and Critical Illness Plans
Short-Term Disability Program
Long-Term Disability Insurance
401(K), Profit Sharing and Vesting
Pre-Tax Transportation Plan
Identify Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Bright Horizons-Back-Up Child, Adult, and Elder Care
Stipend and Interest Free Loan Program
Moving Expenses
Bar Fees and Related Expenses
Continuing Legal Education
Holiday and Paid Time Off
Bonuses

In addition to our generous benefits package, Marshall, Gerstein & Borun offers a culture with great work-life balance in a business-casual atmosphere. Ample opportunity for socialization between our colleagues is encouraged and enjoyed at virtual happy hours and firm-wide GoToMeeting or Zoom events. In addition, we look forward to the return of our monthly breakfasts, special-occasion luncheons, social gatherings, and out-of-office functions when circumstances permit.

Qualified individuals interested in this position should forward a curriculum vitae, transcripts and writing samples to Michele J. Gudaitis at mgudaitis@marshallip.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Chicago, IL (temporarily remote due to Covid)

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

March 23, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

MH2 Technology Law Group, LLP is looking for a local or remote, full-time patent attorney/agent to prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft opinions, and provide IP counseling for our clients, which include many Fortune 500 companies.
MH2 currently seeks a patent attorney or agent with a background and degree in a biotechnology related discipline, preferably who is also comfortable and has experience preparing and/or prosecuting patent applications in the chemical/pharmaceutical arts.
At least five years of recent patent application drafting and prosecution experience is required. Experience related to vaccines, small molecules, RNA interference or other nucleic acid related technologies, or protein-based therapeutics is a plus. An advanced degree, patent examiner experience or prior in-house experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical fields are also a plus. Must be willing and able to learn new biotechnology/pharmaceutical technologies quickly and need minimal training.
MH2 offers an innovative, transparent, production-derived compensation, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k) matching. Our attorneys and agents enjoy a work/life balance that they set for themselves. Our professionals are directly responsible for, and interact directly with, our clients and the USPTO, with the expert support of our highly experienced staff and the latest technologies. We encourage, support, and train our professionals in client development and pay bonuses for successful efforts. We are a team that practices in a collegial environment.

Patent Counsel – Law Firm – Irvine, CA (remote/flexible)

March 13, 2021- US - Telecommute, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Umberg Zipser LLP is a premier business litigation and intellectual property boutique law firm. Drawing on decades of experience in some of the nation’s largest and most prestigious law firms, as well as national and state government service, our lawyers are recognized for providing exceptional legal work product and service. We have the ability to meet our clients’ unique needs by offering a range of flexible billing arrangements that promote efficiency and predictability.

Patent Attorney / Agent / Engineer – Law Firm – Bay Area, CA / Remote / Multiple Locations

March 13, 2021- US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP is a growing San Francisco Bay Area patent law firm with over 25 registered patent practitioners and a diverse client base. We are seeking lateral patent agents and patent attorneys with at least two 2 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution. Applicants should have a background in computer software, databases, machine learning, or electrical engineering, or a graduate degree in physics, chemistry, or a bioscience. We are particularly interested in practitioners with a knowledge of 5G networks and/or chip design such as microprocessor architecture. We have lots of work and seek motivated applicants who want a full-time position and full workload. We offer a percentage-based compensation plan to reward hard-working practitioners while providing flexibility to maintain a reasonable work/life balance. We have a supportive and friendly work environment and a highly trained support staff. Our main office is in Oakland, CA, near the 12th Street BART station. Our new Silicon Valley office is in Menlo Park, CA. Remote work arrangements are available.

Patent Associate/Agent – Law Firm – Remote

March 12, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kennedy Lenart Spraggins LLP has an opening for a registered U.S. patent attorney to join our growing patent practice as a full-time associate. Remote associates are welcome. Primary responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Requirements for an ideal candidate include a B.S. or higher degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or computer engineering, and at significant patent preparation and prosecution experience.

PhD Biotechnology Patent Agent – Law Firm – Remote

March 10, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation

McBee Moore & Vanik IP, LLC is seeking a remote PhD Biotechnology Patent Agent. We particularly seek candidates with a demonstrated track record of drafting and prosecuting patent applications for innovative biotech, pharmaceutical and/or chemical corporations.

Intellectual Property Patent Counsel – Small Corporation – Remote

March 8, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Intellectual Property, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Other Patent

Commvault was formed in 1988 as a development group within Bell Labs, and later designated as a strategic business unit of AT&T Network Systems. In 1996, it was incorporated as an independent company. In the 20 years since, we’ve experienced tremendous growth, pioneered numerous industry-shaping innovations, and established ourselves as a respected leader in data and information management.

Responsibilities:

Work closely with internal teams to identify new inventions
Manage a significant personal docket to prepare and prosecute high-quality patent applications protecting Commvault’s products and services worldwide
Closely supervise and collaborate with outside counsel responsible for aspects of Commvault’s patent portfolio, including attorneys and support staff
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
Advise internal stakeholders at various levels regarding IP issues
Assist with protecting Commvault’s trademark assets
Provide IP support as a member of cross-functional legal teams in licensing, litigation, and other matters

Requirements:

Partner-track or equivalent in-house attorney with 4+ years of patent prosecution experience at a large law firm or major corporation
Registered to practice before the USPTO
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
Proven track record of extensive successful software patent prosecution, particularly regarding computer architectures, data networking, and data storage
Patent prosecution experience in non-US jurisdictions
Trademark prosecution experience preferred.
Prior non-legal work experience in software development, computer system design, and/or data networking is a plus
Superior academic credentials
Exceptional professionalism, communication, personal integrity, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with clients in team-oriented partnerships to achieve outstanding results
Flexibility to accept diverse challenges in a fast-paced high-tech environment.
Proactive and self-sufficient practice management skills, including strong productivity combined with high-quality output
Excellent attention to accuracy and detail in all aspects of responsibilities
A positive attitude, a dynamic personality, and a creative spirit

Apply online at:
https://commvault.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/commvault/job/Tinton-Falls/Intellectual-Property-Patent-Counsel_R0005583

Attach Resume with your submission

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: remote

Patent Scientist – Electrical Engineering – Law Firm – Remote

February 17, 2021- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe Martens provides an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. The candidate will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.
Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, the candidate will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and learn to convince the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires a candidate to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.