Mid- to Senior-Level Litigator – Law Firm – Irvine, Calif.

April 23, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fish & Tsang LLP, a premier full service intellectual property firm located in Irvine, California, is seeking a mid-senior level litigator.

Mid-Level Patent Prosecutor – Law Firm – Irvine, Calif.

April 23, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fish & Tsang LLP, a premier full service intellectual property firm located in Irvine, California, is seeking a mid-level patent attorney or patent agent to be a full time position.

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.

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)

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

Associate Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Las Vegas, Nev.

April 13, 2014- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Enjoy world-class entertainment and outdoor recreation in Las Vegas, NV. Weide & Miller, Ltd., a full service IP firm, seeks an associate patent attorney. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience, an EE, CS or ME degree, and a desire to engage in patent prosecution, opinion preparation, searching/clearances, and litigation support. Weide & Miller focuses on high quality work product and client service in a small firm environment.

Patent Agent / Scientist – Law Firm – San Diego, Calif.

March 24, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP is looking to grow its San Diego team! Applicants must have a strong interest in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution to assist in the drafting and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications. This position requires a Ph.D. in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry. Qualified candidates will be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Candidates must have 1-2 years of patent prosecution experience as well as superior technical writing skills.

Associate (Computer Science) – Law Firm – San Diego, Calif.

March 9, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical

Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP seeks motivated candidates to join our team. We are looking for recent law school graduates, or candidates with 1-2 years of experience. Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. Graduate degree desirable, but not necessary. Experience in software development for web-based applications, client-server systems, mobile devices, Internet, social media, or telecommunication a plus. GPA must be above 3.0, and candidates must have superior written and verbal communication skills.

Associate (Trademarks & Copyrights) – Law Firm – Orange County, Calif.

March 9, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other

Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP seeks motivated candidates to join our team. We are looking for associate attorney candidates with 2-3 years of experience in Trademark and Copyright law. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Candidates must have superior writing and communication skills. EOE/AA

The USPTO is hiring in Denver

February 15, 2014- US - Midwest, - US - West, Announcements, Emp - Government

The U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) — named the #1 place to work in Federal Government — is opening a satellite office in Denver, CO this summer, and we're looking for top talent to join our team.

Patent Subject Matter Expert – Large Corporation – San Jose, Calif.

February 15, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) creates solutions that enable secure connections for a smarter world. We are seeking a Patent Subject Matter Expert.

Patent Attorney or Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Palo Alto, Calif.

February 12, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Our client, a mid-sized pharmaceutical company, is seeking to add a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to its department. The Patent Attorney or Agent will work with the company’s Associate General Counsel of IP and be responsible for drafting and managing global patent portfolios directed to The company's products. In addition to working on all aspects of patent prosecution, including drafting patent applications and responding to Office Actions, the position will work closely with R&D colleagues to monitor the progress of The company's in-house research and development, evaluate freedom to operate with respect to third party patent rights, evaluate potential in-licensing or acquisition opportunities and advise research groups on a variety of IP issues, including assessment of third party patent rights.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

February 10, 2014- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hewlett-Packard Company has an opening for a Patent Counsel.

The Patent Development Group in HP's Office of the General Counsel (OGC) manages one of the largest patent portfolios in the world, which covers a wide range of technologies including PCs, printers, servers, storage, networking, enterprise software, enterprise services, and technologies originating in HP Labs. The successful candidate for the Patent Counsel position will support the Patent Development Group's efforts to build and maintain a high quality patent portfolio that supports the goals of HP's dynamic business. In particular, the successful candidate will be responsible for personally drafting and prosecuting strategic, high quality patent applications, while supporting the department in a number of other activities critical for its success. This position will offer significant promotional opportunities throughout the OGC and the chance to build a career with HP as an IP attorney.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate's responsibilities in the Patent Counsel role are expected to include the following:

Managing highly strategic patent applications throughout the patent lifecycle by collaborating directly with colleagues in HP's inventor community, personally drafting and prosecuting high quality patent applications for strategically important inventions, and interacting with worldwide patent offices to secure valuable patent coverage
Actively participating in HP's invention disclosure review process to help ensure that HP's best inventions are identified and patented
Analyzing pending patent applications to determine their value to HP and to formulate a global filing strategy
Assisting patent portfolio managers with analysis of HP's patent portfolio, including preparation of claim charts
Actively engaging in training, knowledge sharing, and other career development opportunities to hone technical and legal abilities and prepare for promotional opportunities
Participating from time to time as a member of a cross functional team to provide support in licensing, litigation, or other matters

Qualifications
The successful candidate is expected to possess the following qualifications and abilities:

A BS degree and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science
A JD degree from an accredited university and admission to a state bar
Strong academic credentials
Admission to the USPTO
1-6 years experience as a patent attorney
Preference for candidates who have personally drafted at least 10 patent applications
Ability to work with clients in a team-oriented partnership to help them arrive at elegant solutions to their problems
Flexibility to accept new and different challenges in a fast paced, high tech environment
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
A positive attitude, creative spirit, passion for IP law, and strong motivation to excel

Contact
Apply by visiting HP's website (http://jobs.hp.com) and searching "Patent Counsel".

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Preferred locations for this position are Herndon, Virginia; Houston or Plano, Texas; Palo Alto, California; Downers Grove, Illinois; Berkeley Heights, New Jersey; Vancouver, Washington; and Boise, Idaho.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Tucson, Ariz.

January 31, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Ventana Medical Systems is seeking a patent attorney. Coordinates and performs RTD/Ventana’s intellectual property (“IP”) activities for one or more departments of the Company or subgroups of such departments (“business units”). Secures protection for the Company’s intellectual property and minimizes risk associated with bringing new products and innovations to the marketplace by ensuring respect for the valid intellectual property rights of others.

Essential Functions

Implements an IP strategy within one or more business units.
Acts as the primary contact for Ventana IP issues within one or more business units.
Prepares, drafts, files and prosecutes patent applications in the United States Patent & Trademark Office in order to protect the Company’s investment in research and development.
Prepares written opinions on issues of patentability, patent infringement, patent validity and freedom-to-operate issues in order to minimize the business risk associated with bringing new products and innovations to the marketplace.
Assists product development teams in designing products to avoid valid patent claims of others in order to minimize the business risk associated with bringing new products and innovations to the marketplace.
Provides general counseling and training on IP issues to relevant business units.
Evaluates contract terms related to IP and coordinates with corporate counsel on the drafting and negotiating of same.
Conducts due diligence on IP aspects of transactional projects.
Provides technical support for patent litigation matters.

Minimum Qualifications

Formal Training/Education:

Undergraduate degree in one of the following: life sciences/chemistry/biotechnology; advanced degree in the Life Sciences highly preferred.
Doctor of Jurisprudence, licensed to practice law in one or more of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.
Licensed to practice law before the United States Patent & Trademark Office.

Experience:

At least five years experience in IP practice, including patent preparation and prosecution, licensing, opinion work, transactional due diligence, and client counseling.
Experience in patenting biologics/in vitro diagnostic devices preferred.
Experience practicing law as in-house counsel and with IP litigation matters preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain open, candid, and trusting work relationships.

Contact
Apply online by visiting our website.

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

Product Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Foster City, Calif.

January 29, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Gilead Sciences is seeking a Product Patent Attorney to work in its Foster City, Calif., offices. This opportunity involves drafting and prosecuting global patent portfolios associated with antiviral (HIV) compounds. Responsibilities include working closely with R&D to monitor the progress of Gilead's in-house research, evaluating freedom to operate and patentability relating to pharmaceuticals, and considering potential regulatory matters.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of intellectual property issues in a growth-oriented pharmaceutical company. The successful candidate should be able to independently identify legal and other issues potentially impacting the business. The ability to counsel research and business colleagues by providing clear advice is essential. The successful candidate is also expected to develop expertise in specific areas of the law and contribute effectively to legal and cross functional projects. The successful candidate will be a part of the product attorney group and will report to a senior attorney.

Draft and prosecute patent applications (US and foreign patent offices).
Develop and maintain a detailed understanding of assigned projects.
Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate reviews.
Counsel research and management colleagues in regards of patent portfolio and strategy.
Review and assist in the drafting of nondisclosure, research, license and other agreements involving the use, transfer, or ownership of intellectual property.
Review proposed publications in regards of potential invention disclosure.
Provide support for in-licensing and acquisitions.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:

Works collaboratively with other members of legal departments as well as internal client departments.
Sets appropriate priorities with clients and delivers results within the established timelines.
Contributes to multidisciplinary and/or cross-functional projects and with some assistance from their supervisor take responsibility for legal aspects of complex to moderately complex projects within the IP Legal team.
Develops solutions and solve problems with ongoing input and oversight from more senior members of the IP Legal team.
Judgment will be reserved primarily for completing assigned analysis in an efficient and accurate manner.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://www.gilead.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=15305&CurrentPage=1.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Foster City, California

IP Specialist – Law Firm – Boulder, Colo.

January 28, 2014- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Prosecution

As a premier regional law firm, Holland & Hart has gained a reputation of providing its clientele with the highest quality legal services. Holland & Hart is seeking an IP specialist (a hybrid patent prosecution paralegal/patent secretary) to support their growing electronics patent practice in Boulder and/or Denver, CO.
Duties include supporting our patent attorneys in docket and practice management, the preparation and prosecution of patent applications at the USPTO, and performing a variety of patent support and administrative tasks.

IP Paralegal – Large Corporation – Denver, Colo.

January 25, 2014- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary

EchoStar is seeking an IP Paralegal to assist and provide legal support and administration to intellectual property attorneys.

Responsibilities:
• Manage patent and trademark prosecution dockets and deadlines
• Prepare U.S. patent and trademark applications and prosecution documents for submission to USPTO
• Research patent, trademark and copyright issues
• Manage IP group files and prepare correspondence
• Serve as point of contact with outside counsel on both billing and substantive issues
• Otherwise support work of company IP attorneys

Basic Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university
• At least two years of IP experience
• Proficient with Foundation IP or similar IP docketing system
• Proficient in performing legal research

Preferred Qualifications:
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Able to prioritize work-load and work under a tight schedule
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Able to analyze legal documents for accuracy
• Able to work in a fast paced environment with fluctuating priorities and deadline

Benefits:
EchoStar provides a variety of benefits for all employees. In addition to health and wellness benefits that support a new era in healthcare management, we provide unique benefits including Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Stock Purchase, Discounted rates on HughesNet and Dish Network services, Slingbox discounts and much more. For a complete list of benefits and specific company detail please visit www.echostar.com.

Contact
Apply online at: http://tinyurl.com/nddzrlp EchoStar is an EEO employer (M/F/D/V).

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Denver, Colorado

EchoStar delivers innovative products and services that power global communication, commerce and entertainment. Through our market-leading Digital Broadcast Centers across North America, we operate one the world’s largest and most advanced digital broadcast networks, serving over 17 million end users every day. Our historical pioneering development of market solutions such as satellite spot-beam technology, end-to-end MPEG4 video delivery, placeshifting, whole home DVR sharing and VSAT data network management have consistently set new standards in the industry.

Legal Secretary – Law Firm – Colorado Springs, Colo.

January 22, 2014- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Prosecution

As a premier regional law firm, Holland & Hart has gained a reputation of providing its clientele with the highest quality legal services. We currently have an opening in our Colorado Springs office for a Legal Secretary working with attorneys in the practice areas of Intellectual Property and Trademark.

Patent Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Silicon Valley Area, Calif.

January 22, 2014- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Job, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation

Fenwick & West LLP, a leading Northern California and Seattle law firm with a cutting edge, internationally recognized litigation practice seeks a mid-level patent litigation associate for its Silicon Valley office.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – San Diego, Calif.

January 22, 2014- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Qualcomm, a world leader in the development of wireless technology and products, relies on its valuable patent portfolio to generate substantial revenue. As the company continues to invest heavily in research and development and our product lines continue to expand, the need to protect our intellectual property continues to grow.

Qualcomm is looking for talented and motivated Patent Attorneys to apply their technical, communication, and legal skills working with engineers and business units in a team environment with the goal of developing high quality, high value US and international patents. The Patent Attorney will be required to understand the technology, business plans, product roadmaps, and domestic and international patent laws, and to work in a cooperative atmosphere to achieve this goal.

We are looking for successful candidates that will serve as Patent Counsel, reporting to a group lead, assigned to one or more technology groups. Responsibilities will include: preparation and prosecution of US and foreign patent applications; supervision of outside counsel preparation and prosecution; infringement and clearance analysis; advise inventors and management on a variety of intellectual property matters; review of prior art search reports; perform due diligence analysis for potential acquisitions and investments; support of litigation teams by providing claim interpretation and portfolio analysis; and general client counseling on patent matters. The successful candidate must be registered to practice before the USPTO and be admitted to the Bar of at least one state.

Strong skills and 3-10 years experience in preparing and prosecuting US and foreign patent applications are required. Strong technical skills focused on electrical engineering and/or computer science are required, and individuals with advanced degrees will have an advantage. The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team environment. Engineering experience and law firm experience is a plus. In addition, all candidates will be required to submit two patents/applications and one office action which he/she has authored. Technical degree required (Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred), JD, USPTO. Required, at least one state Bar registration.

Contact
Interested applicants can apply by emailing Justin Cressy at: jcressy@qualcomm.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Diego, California

Associate – Law Firm – San Francisco, Calif.

September 30, 2013- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Vierra Magen Marcus LLP, a nationally ranked boutique intellectual property law firm, is seeking motivated patent associates or patent agents with 1+ years patent prosecution experience with EE and/or CS degrees.

Firm Atmosphere:
Vierra Magen was founded with the principles of providing top notch legal service to its large client base, while at the same time providing a friendly, collegial and relaxed environment for its attorneys, agents and staff. We remain true to these principals as we continue to grow. The firm has been ranked as the top boutique IP law firm in the nation by IP TodayTM.

Compensation:
We provide a competitive base salary and benefits package. Our policy is to reward those reaching or exceeding the requested annual billed hours with a bonus, above and beyond the base salary. The bonus is based on a straight percentage of collected billings. Our attorneys choose their own balance between work and social life. Though by no means expected, those choosing to work “big firm" hours will be rewarded with net compensations schemes competitive with or exceeding those of big firms.

Firm Clients:
Our clients include some of the largest and most technology-driven companies in the world, including Microsoft Corporation, Sandisk Corporation and Computer Associates, as well as a wide variety of smaller businesses and start-ups. These clients have come to rely on us for our detailed personal attention to their IP needs and our unsurpassed technical expertise. Each attorney at Vierra Magen is given close and direct client contact, including meeting with inventors and management, and working directly with inventors to prepare and file patent applications.

Mentoring:
At Vierra Magen, we understand the importance of training and feedback. The firm provides each attorney with ample supervision, education and review of their work product to ensure development in the fundamentals and subtleties of patent practice.

Offices:
Our offices are in the world-class Market Center buildings in the heart of downtown San Francisco, with views of the San Francisco Bay, Transamerica Building and financial district.

Contact
If you are interested in speaking with us about a position at Vierra Magen, please send your resume to: Hiring Partner, Vierra Magen Marcus LLP, 575 Market Street, Suite 3750, or email hiringpartner [at] vierramagen.com

Please, only those with patent prosecution experience in electronics and computer software need apply.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: San Francisco, California

Patent Attorney or IP Litigator – Law Firm – Las Vegas, N.V.

September 21, 2013- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weide & Miller, Ltd., an established Las Vegas IP firm has positions open for an IP litigator and a patent attorney. Enjoy Las Vegas's world-class entertainment and outdoor recreation. We value high quality work product and client service. EE, ME or CS background preferred with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience and admission to USPTO bar or 5+ years of litigation experience.