IP Attorney – Large Corporation – Phoenix, Ariz.

December 11, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

ON Semiconductor is seeking to hire an IP counsel to provide support across several different IP areas. Responsibilities will include:

Managing invention generation by counseling with inventors, providing IP training, attending patent committee meetings, and reviewing invention disclosures.
Preparing, filing and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications and managing patent prosecution efforts of outside counsel.
Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing intellectual property agreements, including: license agreements, development agreements, supply agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
Providing support for various IP matters in relation to mergers and acquisitions.
Analyzing, mining, and monetizing the patent portfolio, including investigations of competitive products and preparation of claim charts.
Providing litigation support, both offensive and defensive matters.
This position can be located in Europe or in other US cities where ON Semiconductor has an office location.

Requirements

J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school.
Member of a state bar and be admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office with 3-5 years of experience as a patent attorney.
Electrical Engineering or Physics degree.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Additional Detail: This position reports to the head of intellectual property in Phoenix, Arizona. Related semiconductor industry experience is highly desirable and should be highlighted. The successful candidate will be a team player who demonstrates flexibility and is able to handle a variety of intellectual property law matters in a timely manner. Position is in Phoenix, however, other locations, Europe or other US cities, will be considered depending on the candidate. Occasional travel (<20%).

Contact
To apply, visit this link: http://tinyurl.com/mexg4ex.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Phoenix, Arizona

ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ONNN) is driving innovation in energy efficient electronics, empowering design engineers to reduce global energy use. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy efficient power and signal management, logic, discrete and custom solutions to help customers solve their unique design challenges in automotive, communications, computing, consumer, industrial, LED lighting, medical, military/aerospace and power supply applications. ON Semiconductor operates a responsive, reliable, world-class supply chain and quality program, and a network of manufacturing facilities, sales offices and design centers in key markets throughout North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific regions.

Paralegal – Law Firm – Los Angeles, Calif.

December 6, 2014- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Litigation

Ruttenberg IP Law, a boutique IP Litigation firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal to assist with litigation and general IP matters.

Sr. Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Sunnyvale, Calif.

December 6, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Dolby Laboratories is seeking a Senior Patent Counsel. Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member of the Dolby team, you’ll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continue to revolutionize how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide. To do that, we need the absolute best talent. We’re big enough to give you all the resources you need, and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work. We offer a collegial culture, challenging projects, and excellent compensation and benefits.

The successful candidate will be an experienced patent attorney responsible for developing patent portfolios and supporting licensing programs, particularly for video compression standards. The position includes a variety of responsibilities such as capturing invention disclosures, performing and managing prosecution, analyzing third-party patents, and conducting due diligence related to potential acquisitions.

Job Functions

Align a growing, worldwide patent portfolio with a dynamic business, including the capture and review of invention disclosures and the preparation of recommendations for the invention review committee.
Manage domestic and foreign outside counsel in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications.
Draft and prosecute patent applications of particular importance to Dolby’s business.
Advise on the acquisition, development, and commercialization of third-party technologies and related intellectual property matters.
Advise on third-party patent claims against products and technologies.
Support patent licensing and enforcement activities.
Provide information and training to internal groups as required regarding patent protection procedures and programs.
Provide such other patent, licensing and intellectual property support as may be assigned.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience as a patent attorney in a top-tier law firm, and, preferably some experience working in-house.
Juris doctor degree.
Admission to the California State Bar and USPTO.
In-depth understanding of the key processes in video compression systems, such as H.264/AVC and H.265/HEVC standards
Masters degree in electrical engineering with an emphasis on digital signal processing or bachelors degree with equivalent experience, especially in the area of video signal processing.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Self-initiative and ability to work with minimum of direction under pressure.
Superior organization and project management skills.
Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint applications.

Additional Desired Qualifications

Experience in intellectual property licensing and litigation.
Experience in standard bodies and patent pools.
Management of worldwide patent strategies.

Contact
Apply online by using this link: https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=5921&company=Dolby&jobpipeline=patentlyo.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Sunnyvale, California

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

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

Austin Rapp & Hardman, a boutique patent firm in Salt Lake City, UT, is seeking an experienced patent attorney or agent, or IP litigator. Qualified candidates will have 3+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution or IP litigation and strong writing skills. A degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or computer science is preferred. Candidates with backgrounds in other disciplines will still be considered, particularly if seeking a position associated with IP litigation. Depending on experience and other considerations, this position offers the possibility of working remotely from anywhere in the U.S.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

November 5, 2014- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Stoel Rives LLP, a full service regional law firm, seeks an associate attorney with 2 to 3 years of relevant experience to join its Technology and Intellectual Property (TIP) group. A technical background in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering or similar background is required. Experience in the medical device space is a plus. USPTO registration is also required. Strong academic credentials, client service skills, and writing skills are required. Principals only. No recruiters, please. Stoel Rives is an EEO/AA employer.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Silicon Valley, Calif.

November 3, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fountainhead Law Group, P.C. is seeking a Patent Attorney.

Are your law firm’s billable hours and rates frustrating your ability to draft and prosecute high quality patent applications for your clients?

Do you find that your clients are just as frustrated?

Fountainhead Law Group, P.C. understands these frustrations and believes we have a better way of practicing patent law. Our growing patent law firm has an excellent reputation in the technology field. We are a diverse firm with a growing client base of Silicon Valley’s most innovative companies. Fountainhead Law Group believes that creating a climate in which attorneys can do high quality work results in happier clients and a far more rewarding experience for our attorneys.

Fountainhead Law Group is currently seeking experienced patent attorneys with strong technical skills, a passion for learning new technologies, and a commitment to quality in patent prosecution. Applicants with experience in software, analog/digital circuits, wireless communications, or networking are encouraged to make inquiries.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility for this position will be in the area of patent prosecution, with limited opportunity in the areas of pre-litigation patent analysis, patent litigation support, patent opinions, and high tech transactions.

Job Requirements

California State Bar
USPTO Bar
BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
2+ years of actual engineering or development experience
4+ years of experience in patent prosecution
Proven ability to draft and prosecute patent applications
Drive to provide top quality work product
Strong interpersonal skills with clients and the in-house team

Compensation

Generous packages based on billed and collected hours.

Contact
If interested, please email us at: careers@fountainheadlaw.com. Resume must include:

Listing of all universities attended and all degrees earned
Listing of all professional employment
Sample granted patent personally drafted and prosecuted
Sample of recently published and personally drafted patent application
Two (2) personally drafted sample office action responses to §103 rejections
California Bar Number and USPTO Reg. No.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Silicon Valley, California

IP Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – San Jose, Calif.

October 24, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Valorem Law Group LLP is seeking IP litigation attorney with five years or more significant patent litigation experience to join the IP litigation group in the Silicon Valley office. This attorney will work on complex patent and related complex commercial and technology litigation in federal courts around the United States.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

October 21, 2014- US - Northeast, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hunter Clark PLLC is seeking dedicated patent prosecutors (attorney or agent) with a high-tech background (e.g., electrical engineering, computer science) for positions in each of their Beverly, Massachusetts and San Diego, California offices. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of four years of patent prosecution experience and an aptitude for quickly understanding new and complex technologies. Litigation, copyright and trademark experience is of benefit, but not a requirement.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

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

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a Patent Agent to work in its Salt Lake City Office.

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 Prosecution Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

October 16, 2014- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Faegre Baker Daniels LLP seeks a mid-level attorney to join the patent prosecution practice of our thriving Intellectual Property Practice Group. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. The location is flexible and is open to the following U.S. offices: Boulder, Chicago, Denver, Des Moines, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Minneapolis or South Bend.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Pleasanton, Calif.

October 15, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Roche is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in its in Pleasanton, California offices.

Responsibilities

Works with scientific staff in preparing and prosecuting patent applications in biotechnology and chemical art areas, conducts prior art searches, and provides freedom of operation analyses. Assist with appeal and interference proceedings.
Prepares, files and prosecutes patent applications to obtain the broadest scope of protection.
Provides assistance in appeals, interference, reissues, reexaminations, validity and/or infringement analyses and litigation.
Conducts, reviews, analyzes state-of-the-art searches, assess patentability, determine scope of invention and develop patenting strategy.
Prepare, review, and revise routine patent-related agreements.
Manages patent docket, and cooperates with Basel on foreign patent filing and actions.

Who you are
You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.

Qualifications

J.D degree.
MS or Ph.D. in Life Sciences or Chemistry preferred.
3 to 4 years’ experience prosecuting in U.S. and foreign patent applications in the biotechnology or chemical art area.
State Bar; Registration before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
California Bar preferred.
Travel up to 20% of the time (domestic and/or international).

Who we are
At Roche, 85,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Contact
The next step is yours. To apply online today and to learn about other exciting positions, please go to: http://careers.roche.com and enter Job ID #2970454723 in the “Keyword” box underneath the Global Job Search field. Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Pleasanton, California

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 Attorney – Law Firm – Reno, or Las Vegas, Nev.

September 9, 2014- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical

Holland & Hart is seeking an exceptional patent attorney with 3-10 years of experience, for our dynamic, growing electronics and computer patent practice in our Reno/Tahoe or Las Vegas office.

IP Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

September 9, 2014- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Litigation

Holland & Hart is seeking an attorney with 4-7 years of experience to join its IP Litigation practice in Salt Lake City. Holland & Hart is the only law firm based in the Mountain West ranked on The American Lawyer's list of the top 200 law firms in the US.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Phoenix, Ariz.

August 15, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Regulatory

W.L. Gore is looking for a highly experienced Intellectual Property (IP) Counselor to join our corporate patent team in Phoenix, AZ. Associates in our corporate functions support the work done by the divisions of Gore.

If you are looking for a company where you can make a difference, we're looking for you. In this role, you will advise business and technical leaders and teams, primarily in our Medical Products Division, on third party Intellectual Property (IP) risks and risk mitigation strategies in support of new product initiatives. You will be a member of the Clearance & Opinion Center of Excellence within the Gore patent team.

The ideal candidate will

Be passionate about providing IP counsel support for a world-class manufacturer
Be energized by collaborating on cross-functional teams
Recognize the importance of building and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships

Responsibilities include

Advising cross-functional teams and businesses, and R&D leadership about exclusivity, freedom to operate, due diligence, patent marking and potential patent infringement issues
Providing a strategic divisional and/or Enterprise view with respect to IP risk while addressing the needs of individual businesses
Executing freedom to operate analysis in concert with product development processes
Analyzing risks with appropriate consideration of business objectives and the environment
Developing sound tactical approaches to minimizing adverse impact of third party IP
Participating in the creation and implementation of new risk management policies and procedures
Evaluating and opining on potential infringement of Gore patents
Initiating and overseeing measures to invalidate third party patent rights (e.g. Post grant proceedings, opposition, etc.) where appropriate
Effectively communicating legal advice and analysis to associates with varying degrees of IP and technical (R&D) experience
Prioritizing and managing multiple projects across various business units
Contributing to implementation of new policies and procedures within the Enterprise and the Legal team
Efficiently engaging and managing external counsel including, analyzing, reviewing and evaluating the quality, cost-effectiveness and scope of work performed
As needed, leading or participating in due diligence, licensing, or inter partes matters

Required Job Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school
Member of the bar of at least one state
Registration to practice before the USPTO
Minimum of 8 years of patent experience, with at least 6 years of in-house experience, preferrably in the life sciences or medical device industries
Considerable experience in product clearance/freedom to operate analysis, developing associated risk mitigation strategies, and opinion drafting
Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams and initiate and drive multiple projects simultaneously
Business acumen with a strong track record of strategic legal thinking and behavior
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to negotiate positive resolutions and influence business decisions
Ability to thrive within an ambiguous environment or organization
Ability to travel 20% of the time, primarily within Arizona

Desired Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, BioChem, Chemistry, or Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
Experience with U.S. and foreign post grant proceedings and oppositions
Patent litigation and IP licensing experience

Contact
For more information and to apply, please visit www.gore.com/careers and search for job number – 141369. Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. EEO/AA Employer (applies to all positions located in the U.S.).

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Gore is a technology-driven global company built on entrepreneurial innovation, integrity, and teamwork. Our diverse portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing components and aerospace electronics. Through our product leadership, we've been changing lives and changing industries for more than 50 years. What can you change by joining Gore? Visit gore.com/change-life to find out.

Global IP Counsel – Small Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

July 30, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Xero is looking to continue on its aggressive global growth plans, particularly in the U.S. To facilitate and help drive this growth, Xero is looking to hire a Global Intellectual Property Counsel to be based in San Francisco and head up Xero's IP function, taking responsibility for strategy and execution across the entire IP spectrum.

The role will report to Xero's General Counsel (located in NZ), and will work closely with US based in-house legal, product, development, and other business units globally, interacting with senior management on all matters relating to Xero's IP strategy.

This is a unique opportunity for an intelligent and commercially minded IP professional to drive and implement a global IP strategy for a fast-growing global SaaS company.

Key Responsibilities:

Driving and implementing Xero's global IP strategy
Providing pro-active legal advice and preparing internal policies in relation to relevant IP matters
Assisting with the development and management of Xero's internal patent portfolio program, including management of patent application preparation and prosecution
Managing Xero's global trademark strategy and coordinating with applicable business units
Managing any IP related litigation and enforcement issues
Liaising with, and managing, Xero's external IP advisors and
Managing all other IP functions of the Xero Group

You will need:

JD degree with strong academic results, and admission to at least one state bar
7+ years relevant experience in a law firm or in-house
Admission to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office is preferred
Broad US IP experience, preferably also with global focus
Experience with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications
Experience with drafting and prosecuting trademark applications, and dealing with any trademark enforcement issues
Preparing and negotiating license agreements and other IP related contracts
Experience advising on US data security/privacy compliance is a bonus, as is experience in open-source licensing matters
Experience advising companies in the technology sector (preferably cloud based or SaaS companies)
Strong commercial acumen and pragmatic approach
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work autonomously
Ability to take a proactive and creative approach to managing/solving relevant issues
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (to New Zealand in particular)

Xero is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://www.xero.com/us/about/careers/job/1621926/.

Additional Info
Job Location: San Francisco, California

Xero is beautiful accounting software that's changed the way people do business all over the world. The company is also nearly doubling in size every year. We're winning. Come help us win more.

Patent Prosecution Attorney – Law Firm – Menlo Park, Calif.

July 16, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Lewis Roca Rothgerber LLP seeks an associate-level candidate with a technical ‎background in electrical engineering or equivalent (bachelor’s degree or higher from an ‎accredited college/university) as well as a law degree from an ABA-accredited law ‎school. Candidate should have three to five years of experience in patent prosecution in ‎a law firm or in-house; industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities include: review ‎invention disclosures, prepare and prosecute patent applications, analyze patent ‎portfolios, perform due diligence, patent validity and infringement analyses, and ‎coordinate international patent prosecution activities. Candidate may be called upon to ‎provide patent litigation support as needed as well as be involved in contested ‎proceedings (inter partes review and covered-business method proceedings before the ‎Patent Trial and Appeal Board). The ideal candidate should also have excellent ‎communication (verbal and written) and time management skills. Must be admitted ‎before the US Patent & Trademark Office; California Bar admission is preferred. ‎

Lewis Roca Rothgerber encourages a supportive, congenial work environment that ‎enables its professional management team and administrative staff to become integral ‎parts of your practice. We offer qualified candidates a competitive salary ‎commensurate with experience and a full benefits package. ‎

Contact
If you are interested in making Lewis Roca Rothgerber a part of your future, please send ‎your resume to Mary W. Kiley, Director of Lawyer Recruitment, at ‎Recruiting@LRRLaw.com.‎ Lewis Roca Rothgerber LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate ‎on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ‎color, age, physical or mental disability, spousal affiliation, marital status, a serious ‎medical condition, genetic information, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by ‎federal, state or local law. ‎

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Menlo Park, California

Lewis Roca Rothgerber has 250 lawyers with a broad range of legal expertise ‎throughout California, the Rocky Mountains, and the Southwestern United States and is ‎committed to helping local and national clients face a myriad of legal challenges. Lewis ‎Roca Rothgerber works closely with clients from the earliest stages of their technical ‎development, offering valuable advice about how to protect their inventions and ideas ‎in view of business strategies.‎

Patent Scientist – Law Firm – San Francisco, Calif.

June 25, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP is seeking a Patent Scientist to work in its San Francisco office. We provide 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. Candidates will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate with the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.