Patent Agent or Associate (High Tech) – Law Firm – Boston, New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco

January 4, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - West

Mintz is looking for a patent agent or associate with at least three years of patent prosecution experience and a technology background in electrical engineering, computer science, and/or computer engineering. Specific duties include:

Reviewing invention disclosure documents and conducting invention disclosure meetings
Conducting prior searches, reviewing references and analyzing patentability
Drafting patent applications
Reviewing USPTO office actions, formulating response strategies, conducting examiner interviews, and drafting and filing responses
Managing U.S. and foreign dockets
Analyzing patents in connection with due diligence and/or freedom to operate analyses

Collaboration with team members is an important component of any role at Mintz. Therefore, the firm encourages working from the office approximately 60% of the time in accordance with the firm’s published guidelines.

Qualifications:

At least three years of patent prosecution experience
USPTO admission
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or related field of study
Graduated with a JD or LLM from an ABA accredited law school
Admitted to or eligible for admission to the California, MA, DC, or NY bar
Prior work experience in a law firm strongly preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A high level of professionalism in working and engaging with demanding clients
Ability to balance and prioritize multiple competing priorities and responsibilities, be highly organized and exercise extreme attention to detail
Ability to collaborate and work effectively in team settings
Absent an exemption required by law, each Mintz employee is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

About the IP Patent Prosecution Section

Our patent prosecution team takes our clients’ strongest innovations and efficiently crafts patents to obtain protections in mission-critical jurisdictions. We work with leading innovator clients developing cutting-edge technologies. We have a deep bench of associates, patent agents and technical advisors to draft applications, respond to office actions and conduct examiner interviews. We help clients identify innovations, develop prosecution strategies and ensure quality control — providing critical guidance to help clients succeed.

Mintz is an Am Law 100 law firm with over 500 attorneys serving clients worldwide. Our attorneys combine legal, business, and industry insight to help navigate shifting challenges. We advise business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors on pivotal deals, disputes, and regulatory matters within our core practice areas — Transactional, Intellectual Property, Litigation & Investigations, and Regulatory & Advisory. We are strategically located to meet the needs of our clients, with offices in Boston, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, DC and London.

Please submit cover letter and resume/CV at:
https://careers.mintz.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=4&FilterJobCategoryID=1&FilterJobID=1417

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Boston, New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco

Counsel – Patent – Corporation – Remote Hybrid, CA or Ohio

January 2, 2022- US - Midwest, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Litigation

American Honda Motor Company, Inc. The patent attorney has a high level of technical expertise in the fields of electrical/computer engineering and software to be able to properly support the engineers discovering and implementing features for Honda products and in clearing proposed technology being considered for Honda products to make sure that it is not infringing on third party patents. This attorney also prepares and negotiates intellectual property provisions and contracts with suppliers and universities on behalf of Honda.
At Honda, our associates take pride in their responsibilities. A typical day will include:

Collaborate with inventors to create and align patent strategy toward future technologies including for example connectivity/autonomous technologies, advanced materials, energy systems, or robotics; expand or adapt inventor ideas to the broadest extent possible and evaluate inventions for patentability, perform and review patent searches and prepare opinion reports, including patentability analyses, infringement analyses, invalidity analyses and litigation support
Work with engineers in developing a robust strategy that ensures the appropriate technology for incorporating electric motors to generate movement instead of internal combustion engines and focusing on the major components found in electric cars together with their function within the system; provide advice as to what extent Honda’s new advanced technologies will rely on patented technology standards
Research forward-looking technology to identify innovation whitespace, scout for innovations, and benchmark the R&D strategies of competitors in both traditional Honda-related fields as well as new competitors from new business areas; Perform IP analyses such as IP landscape studies, and make proposals for development and business groups; evaluate patents in new fields that may be worthwhile commercializing
Prepare and prosecute patent applications in advanced technologies, and perform all tasks related to managing the assigned portfolio of patent applications through the patent offices
Negotiate and draft contracts for AHM-IP clients; meet with engineers and other relevant associates to understand the project details, schedule and other requirements; report contract terms/negotiation status to management

We are looking for qualified people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, open minds, and a disciplined work ethic. To bring the future to Honda as a Counsel - Patent, you must have:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer engineering, computer science, physics or other similar scientific discipline
JD from accredited law school and member in good standing of the bar of Ohio or California, or willing to arrange to become admitted in Ohio or California.
Must be a registered patent attorney in good standing with the USPTO
10 years of patent prosecution or relevant experience in complex technologies including software, electrical, computer or advanced materials
Ability to understand technical information including drawings, schematics, and formulations, and to communicate effectively with engineers/scientists regarding complex matters
Knowledge of how to perform patentability, clearance and invalidity investigations and provide opinions in complex technology areas including software, electrical, computer, or advanced materials
Ability to manage outside counsel in complex matters
Ability to communicate effectively with management regarding activities involving complex technologies
Ability to understand and create IP landscape reports
Ability to negotiate and draft contracts

Apply online at:
http://www.honda.com/careers

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Remote Hybrid, CA or Ohio

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Los Angeles, CA (remote work is possible)

December 31, 2021- US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kubota & Basol LLP is looking for patent agents that have at least one year of patent prosecution experience to join our team. Electrical engineering and/or computer science backgrounds preferred, though other backgrounds will also be considered. Remote work is possible.

Associate Patent Attorney (Chemistry) – Law Firm – Remote; San Francisco Bay Area, CA; Oakland, CA; Silicon Valley, CA; Menlo Park, CA

December 17, 2021- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP (WAVS IP) is seeking lateral candidates for patent preparation and prosecution in our chemical group. WAVS is particularly interested in experienced practitioners and can provide a high volume of work to a new practitioner.

You will join an incredible team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and staff that represents a wide range of clients, including start-ups, large companies, and universities. Technical areas include those relating to semiconductor processing, chemistry and materials sciences, polymer chemistry, and advanced materials.

WAVS IP is a growing, San Francisco Bay Area-based patent law firm with over 30 registered patent practitioners and a diverse client base. WAVS IP provides opportunities for advancement within the firm and informal and formal mentorship. We have a friendly work environment and highly trained support staff.

Our Bay Area offices are in downtown Oakland and Menlo Park. Remote, in-office, and hybrid working arrangements are supported. We offer a compensation structure that generously rewards hard-working practitioners while providing flexibility to maintain a reasonable work/life balance and a competitive benefits plan. WAVS IP does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or any other legally protected characteristic.

Qualification Requirements:

Eligible to be admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or other relevant physical sciences field; or pertinent industry experience
At least 2 years of patent attorney or agent experience
Strong writing and communication skills
Commitment to patent prosecution

Preferred Requirements:

Admission to practice before the USPTO
Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or other relevant physical sciences field
At least 6 years of patent attorney or agent experience

Apply via email to:
Patricia Tsai at ptsai@wavsip.com

Please send an email with “Chemistry/Life Sciences Experienced Patent Prosecution Position” in the subject line with the following: Cover letter, resume, transcripts (college, graduate school, and law school if applicable), writing samples, references (upon request).

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote; San Francisco Bay Area, CA; Oakland, CA; Silicon Valley, CA; Menlo Park, CA

Patent Scientist – Biotechnology – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

November 18, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, 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.

Patent Counsel – Biotechnology – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

November 18, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe Martens seeks motivated candidates to join our team. Patent Counsel applicants should have at least two years of biotechnology-related patent prosecution experience to assist in the drafting and prosecution of foreign patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a M.S. degree in biological sciences and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Must be licensed to practice law. Candidates must have strong technical writing skills.

Patent Scientist – Mechanical Engineering/Design Patent – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

November 18, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Work - Patent Prosecution

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 work with 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.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable features.
Writing patent applications with clarity and technical accuracy.
Drafting persuasive responses to patent office rejections.
Reviewing issued patents.

To be successful in this position the candidate must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. The candidate must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent Office.

Education and Experience:

B.S. in in Mechanical Engineering is required. M.S. or Ph.D. is preferred.
At least one to three years of experience in patent prosecution, including experience with design patent applications, is required.
Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and written communication skills.

EOE/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disability. Knobbe Martens will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=6&FilterJobCategoryID=3&FilterJobID=456

Please include a cover letter, resume, transcripts and writing sample with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

Patent Counsel – Mechanical Engineering/Design Patent – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

November 18, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe Martens is looking for patent counsel candidates with one to three years of experience in patent prosecution, including experience with design patent applications, to assist in the drafting and prosecution of patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school. A graduate degree is desired, but not necessary. Must be licensed to practice law. Candidates must have strong technical writing skills.

Patent Counsel – Optics/Physics – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

November 18, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - West, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe Martens is seeking motivated candidates to join our team. Applicants must have one to three years of patent prosecution experience to assist in the drafting and prosecution of patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a Ph.D. in Optics, Electrical Engineering with concentration on lasers/photonics, or Physics is required, and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Must be licensed to practice law. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Patent Scientist – Optics/Physics – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

November 18, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Counsel – Mechanical Engineering – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

November 18, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe Martens is seeking motivated patent counsel candidates to join our team. Applicants must have one to three years of patent prosecution experience to assist in the drafting and prosecution of patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. A graduate degree is desired, but not necessary. Must be licensed to practice law. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Patent Counsel – Electrical Engineering – Law Firm – Open to any office location in CA, DC, NY, WA

November 18, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - West, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe Martens is seeking motivated patent counsel candidates to join our team. Applicants must have one to five years of patent prosecution experience to assist in the drafting and prosecution of patent applications. This is a non-partnership track position. This position requires a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and a J.D. from an ABA accredited school with a GPA of 3.0 or above. A graduate degree is desired, but not necessary. Must be licensed to practice law. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Patent Scientist – Electrical Engineering – Law Firm – Open to any office in CA, DC, NY, WA

November 17, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Agent or Attorney – Law Firm – Louisville, San Francisco, DC, or remote

November 8, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical

Hogan Lovells US LLP seeks an experienced patent agent or junior attorney to join our Intellectual Property, Media and Technology practice in our Louisville, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. offices, or remote working possible. Applicants must have excellent writing skills and academic credentials. Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied physics, computer science or equivalent required. Patent Bar membership or ability to qualify for the Patent Bar required. For information on Hogan Lovells’ Intellectual Property practice, please visit http://www.hoganlovells.com/ip/ .

Patent Attorney or Senior Patent Agent – Law Firm – San Francisco Bay Area

October 24, 2021- US - West, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Shay Glenn LLP, a top-tier boutique patent prosecution firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area, seeks an intellectual property associate or patent agent with 2-6 years of experience. Registration to practice before the USPTO required. The primary responsibilities for this position include preparing and filing patent applications, engaging with clients, and overseeing prosecution of foreign patent applications on behalf of early stage medical device, medical diagnostic and biotech companies. Qualified candidates should have an undergraduate degree in biomedical, mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering. Advanced degrees are preferred.

Biotech Intellectual Property Law Associate or Patent Agent/Technical Specialist – Law Firm – New York, NY or San Diego, CA

October 3, 2021- US - NYC, - US - West, Tech - Biotech

Duane Morris seeks a biotech patent prosecution, opinion and counseling associate or experienced patent agent/technical specialist (Ph.D.) with 0-5 years of experience for its New York or San Diego office. Candidate must be admitted (or have the ability to become admitted) to practice before the USPTO as a registered U.S. Patent Attorney and/or agent with admission to one or more U.S. federal courts. The successful candidate will have experience practicing before the USPTO that is commensurate with the candidate’s years in practice along with a J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and hold an advanced degree (i.e., Ph.D.) from an accredited institution in biochemistry, immunology, molecular biology or microbiology. An appreciation of organic chemistry and bioinformatics is desired. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

Patent Attorney – Corporation – Carlsbad, CA

September 13, 2021- US - West, Work - Patent Prosecution

Viasat, Inc, an American communications company based in Carlsbad, California, is seeking a patent attorney.

Patent Agent – Corporation – Carlsbad, CA

September 13, 2021- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Patent Prosecution

Viasat, Inc, an American communications company based in Carlsbad, California, is seeking a patent agent.

Patent Prosecution Associate/Agent – Law Firm – Portland, OR; Seattle, WA; or Mt. View‎, CA

September 10, 2021- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northwest, - US - West, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt, P.C. is seeking an EE or CS Patent Prosecution Associate/Agent to work in Portland, OR; Seattle, WA; or Mt. View‎, CA.

Patent Prosecution Associate/Agent/Attorney – Law Firm – Multiple Locations / Remote

August 19, 2021- US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, 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.