Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – San Francisco, Foster City, CA, New York

August 21, 2020- US - Northeast, - US - West, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Other Patent

Visa is seeking a Patent Counsel. In this position, the Patent Counsel provides intellectual property (IP) legal services to clients primarily in the computer software and hardware arts.

Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

Preparation and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications.
Advising clients on freedom to operate in view of 3rd-party patents.
Assisting in drafting and negotiating agreements, including licenses, joint development agreements, technology agreements, and nondisclosure agreements.
Providing IP subject matter expertise to commercial attorneys.
Assessing claims involving intellectual property rights by and against 3rd parties.
Advising clients in the development and implementation of intellectual property protection strategies to support the needs of individual business units.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

Four to seven years of experience in drafting and prosecuting U.S. and foreign patent applications; prep and pros experience in the software arts required.
Expertise in subject matter eligibility required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate degree and undergraduate, or graduate, degree in applicable engineering or science, preferably in electrical engineering or computer science.
Admission to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and admission to at least one State or District of Columbia Bar.
Eligible for Registered In-House Counsel status in California.
Experience evaluating third party patents, performing freedom-to-operate studies, and drafting freedom-to-operate opinions.
Ability to implement and monitor intellectual property strategies to support business needs and make changes to such strategies as needed.
Experience drafting license agreements, development agreements, and nondisclosure agreements.
Experience practicing in both a large law firm and an in-house legal department desired.

Additional Information:

Work Hours:

Varies upon the needs of the department

Travel Requirements:

This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements:

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers, reach with hands and arms, and bend or lift up to 25 pounds.
Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Apply online at:
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/Visa/743999717711826-patent-counsel

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Francisco, Foster City, CA, New York

Associate Director of IP or Patent Counsel, Chemical – Corporation – Bothell, Washington

August 13, 2020- US - Northwest, Intellectual Property, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Prosecution

Seattle Genetics is seeking an Associate Director of IP or Patent Counsel (Chemical). This is an experienced attorney position within the Intellectual Property function of the Legal Affairs group supporting the intellectual property needs of a growth-phase biotechnology company. The position includes the design and implementation of patent strategies to protect small molecule drug products and antibody-drug conjugate technologies. In this context, the attorney is accountable for ensuring product-tailored, forward-looking, and timely procurement and management of IP rights, as well as accurate and actionable communication of IP needs and issues with the business.

The successful candidate is someone who enjoys being part of a high functioning team in an innovation-driven entrepreneurial environment committed to improving the lives of people with cancer.

Principal Responsibilities:

Provide strategic day-to-day IP support, including drafting and prosecution of small molecule drug products, including chemical linkers and small molecule payloads of antibody-drug conjugates
Strategically and efficiently manage a large and complex patent docket, managing outside IP counsel as needed
Design and implement effective strategies for optimizing patent coverage and regulatory exclusivity for products
Provide support on operational contracts (e.g. MTAs, clinical trial agreements and licenses)
Interface with researchers to identify patentable subject matter and implement patent protection strategies
Provide IP support for research stage products/technologies as well as general IP group initiatives, as needed
Perform IP landscape searches for emerging technologies and provide analysis
Serve as an adviser to the business to navigate an evolving business and legal landscape
Manage agents/paralegals directly or in a matrix managing setting, as needed

Qualifications for Associate Director:

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum 8 years' experience in patent prosecution with an emphasis on chemistry
U.S. law degree (JD)
Admission to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office
Member of a state bar and eligible to be admitted to practice in the state of Washington
An advanced degree in biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field is required
Minimum of 8 years experience maintaining and managing a large patent docket
Minimum of 8 years experience in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with large molecule therapeutics and antibodies
Experience with patentability and FTO searches and analyses
Knowledge of chemical linkage and conjugation technologies
Large IP law firm training and/or in-house experience
PhD in biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field
Excellent English written and oral communication skills

Qualifications for Patent Counsel:

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years' experience in patent prosecution with an emphasis on chemistry
U.S. law degree (JD)
Admission to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office
Member of a state bar and eligible to be admitted to practice in the state of Washington
An advanced degree in biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field
Minimum 5 years experience maintaining and managing a large patent docket
Minimum of 5 years experience in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to draft and prosecute patent applications with minimal supervision
Experience with patentability and FTO searches and analyses
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Experience with large molecule therapeutics and antibodies
Knowledge of chemical linkage and conjugation technologies
Large IP law firm training and/or in-house experience
PhD in biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field
Excellent English written and oral communication skills

Apply for either position online at: https://www.Click2Apply.net/p9zd7y2xtg6yjcrt

Seattle Genetics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

As the leading employer in our industry in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle Genetics is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the whole lives of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more.

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

Intellectual Property Transactional Associate – Law Firm – Minneapolis or Chicago

March 2, 2020- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Intellectual Property, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

The global law firm of Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is actively recruiting an Associate to join its technology transactions and intellectual property licensing practice in Minneapolis or Chicago. Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an AmLaw 50 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., plus offices in the UK and Asia. Our ideal candidate will possess four or more years of technology transactions and intellectual property contract drafting and negotiation experience, including technology licensing, outsourcing, IT transactions, and merger and acquisition support. We also desire candidates with strong academic credentials or work experience in the computer sciences and information technology sector. The candidate should be ready to apply their experience to interesting and challenging matters in a thriving and fast-paced practice. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and strong academic credentials are required. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, writing sample, and list of deal experience to www.faegredrinker.com/careers.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – SE Asia

February 10, 2020- Asia, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Intellectual Property

Micron Technology, Inc. is a global leader in memory and storage solutions. The company seeks an experienced patent attorney to serve as Patent Counsel for the South East Asia region, reporting to Micron’s Director of Global Patent Development.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Irvine, California

February 4, 2020- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Analysis, Work - Patent Prosecution

Glidewell Laboratories is the industry leader in dental technology due to our agility, speed, and cutting edge technology. We work in a fast-paced and highly sought-after employee-friendly work environment. Behind all of this success is an amazing group of people who are passionate about bringing innovation to the marketplace, while providing quality and affordability to better the lives of people all over the world. If you share in our passion for teamwork and a vision for excellence, let's talk about a rewarding career at Glidewell!

In addition are the following generous employee benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match, company-paid life insurance, additional onsite dental services, vacation, holiday, and sick time, employee gym (with fitness classes and meditation room), employee medical/wellness center (with massage therapy and acupuncture), two company subsidized cafes, Internet cafes, employee lounges with big screen TVs, game tables, fun company sponsored events, a diverse work environment with over forty nationalities represented, and much more!

Essential Functions:

Reviews invention disclosure records for potential patent application filing, including conducting patentability searches and portfolio analyses; works with patent review boards and inventors as necessary and appropriate.
Prepares and prosecutes US and foreign patent applications; works with outside counsel as necessary and appropriate.
Collaborates with senior business leaders and various departments such as but not limited to research and product development (R&D), business development to develop and implement proactive IP strategies.
Develops, prepares, and maintains company patent applications, trade secrets, trademarks, copyrights, licensing and research agreements, publications, and intellectual property aspects of contracts and agreements.
Develops and maintains an understanding of competitor products and patent portfolios; provides relevant strategic advice to business leaders.
Evaluates validity of competitors’ patents and potential company product infringement upon valid patents of competitors.

Education and Experience:

Juris Doctor from a recognized and accredited US law school.
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or other related discipline.
Minimum two (2) years of significant patent analysis experience required, including preparation and prosecution of patent applications.
Experience with a dental laboratory, medical device, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or diagnostics company strongly preferred.

Contact
Submit your application online via the following link: https://glidewelldental.com/company/careers/job-openings?p=job%2FodcYbfwi.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Irvine, CA

Trademark Associate Attorney – Large Law Firm – Denver, Colo.

August 11, 2019- US - Midwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Trademark

Sheridan Ross P.C. is seeking an attorney with 0-2 years of experience in trademark law for a new position in its Denver, Colorado office. Ideal candidates will have experience in the management and coordination of trademark, copyright, and brand matters. The position includes U.S. and foreign trademark clearance, prosecution, licensing, due diligence, enforcement, TTAB practice and domain name disputes. Qualified candidates will be motivated self-starters with superb communication and writing skills, a commitment to excellence and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Trademark/Copyright Staff Attorney – Law Firm – Los Angeles, Calif.

July 23, 2019- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Copyright, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Trademark

The Los Angeles office of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, is seeking a highly qualified staff attorney with at least four to seven years of relevant experience to join our high-profile and fast-paced IP protection and enforcement practice. More-senior candidates are welcome to apply.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Large Law Firm – Portland, Ore.

March 20, 2019- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Portland office of Stoel Rives LLP seeks an entry-level patent prosecution associate to join its Technology and Intellectual Property (TIP) group. The Stoel Rives TIP practice is a multidisciplinary group that includes talented professionals with experience in business, litigation, and patent prosecution. The ideal candidate will have up to 3 years of experience as an attorney and an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or optics. Strong academic credentials, client service skills, and writing skills are required. Membership to the Oregon bar is preferred. Occasional travel may be required.

Trademark/Copyright/Trade Secret Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

February 11, 2019- Asia, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Trademark

Yangtze Memory Technologies Corporation (YMTC) is an integrated-device-manufacturing (IDM) memory company with a focus on the design, production, and sales of 3D NAND flash memory chips. YMTC's Intellectual Property Department (IP) is seeking a highly motivated trademark, copyright, and/or trade secret attorney. In this role, Counsel will be a subject matter expert and business partner who will provides legal advice concerning trademark, trade dress, design, copyright, domain name, and trade secret.

Patent Portfolio Manager – Other – San Francisco, Calif.

October 3, 2018- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Cruise Automation, who creates autonomous driving technology to build a safer and more efficient world, is seeking a Patent Portfolio Manager. Administer Cruise’s patent program, including promotions, incentives, recognition, and training.

Search Trainer – Small Corporation – Detroit, Mich.

July 29, 2018- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

CPA Global is seeking a Search Trainer who is responsible for content development, delivery of live and recorded training sessions, and achieving training department objectives for contractual and internal quality metrics. Leads training staff and supports quality assurance personnel to align training activities with business needs and deliverables. Provides training support for patent classification, Patent Cooperation Treaty examinations, and commercial searching. Leads and manages library team member.

Responsibilities:

Develop patent search and patent classification content.
Deliver live and recorded training sessions.
Utilize metrics to ensure alignment of training department functions and customer needs.
Monitor and schedule training workloads in addition to review and analysis of monthly quality reports to provide targeted training to employees in close coordination with the Director of Quality.
Responsible for coordination of training delivery based on quality review metrics.
Monitor quality and deliver targeted training as required by individual or group performance.
Work closely with India-based training team to support training of US and EMEA Commercial Search teams.
Collaborate with corporate management and foreign and domestic training teams to ensure consistent documentation and adherence to operational processes/procedures between delivery centers, including standard operating procedures, quality procedures, and training initiatives.
Continually review processes and procedures to recommend changes and improve efficiencies.
Responsible for training team members to ensure content development is delivered in a consistent and effective manner.
Plan and lead training activities for commercial and government search groups.
Responsible for the leadership, management and mentorship of team members.
Lead and support library team member in management of domain-specific database systems, contracts, IDs, vendor relationships.
Conduct performance reviews of direct reports and manage performance issues effectively including annual reviews.

Experience Required:

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an engineering or science discipline and four or more years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year of previous supervisory experience is required.
Advanced written, oral and verbal communication skills
One or more years of Patent search, examination, classification, or patent prosecution experience
Proven ability to teach, lead, mentor, manage and develop team members
Ability to obtain US Government public trust clearance within 30 days of hire
Strong decision-making skills with an ability to effectively prioritize and delegate work
Subject matter expert in patent search and classification
Must be a proactive, team-focused individual contributor and leader
Strong attention to detail
Brand champion who displays role model-level leadership qualities
Acts as a champion of the company and supports senior leadership decisions
Strong knowledge of patent law as well as search databases to support staff and client requests

Contact
To apply, please email us at: mfath@cpaglobal.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Detroit, Michigan

Patent Expert – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

May 4, 2018- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Any / Other, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

At Nike, innovation is in our blood. As a key member of the Nike Patent team, the Patent Expert will collaborate closely with our cutting-edge Apparel and Footwear innovation teams. To be successful, the Patent Expert will need to maintain a high level of awareness of current Nike innovations, development projects, production techniques, and materials.

Primary responsibilities will include monitoring innovation projects, researching utility patent application opportunities, directing the drafting and prosecution of patent applications by outside counsel, and working with the Nike Patent team, outside counsel, and innovators to drive the patent process. The Patent Expert will also monitor Nike’s and its competitors’ respective product launches to strategically build and align our patent portfolio.

The role will report to an Assistant General Counsel on the Patent team and will also assist Nike’s IP Litigation and IP Transactions teams in a variety of other patent-related activities such as patent invalidation/opposition proceedings, freedom to operate assessments, portfolio mining, patent litigation matters, and the negotiation of IP-focused agreements.

To accomplish these important goals, the Patent Expert will possess a technical background (science/engineering) and a strong ability to interface with colleagues having a wide array of expertise in the areas of design, technology, engineering, and IP law in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or above in science or engineering.
Registered to practice before the USPTO.
3-5 years of experience of patent drafting and/or prosecution, preferably in the chemical and/or mechanical arts.
Technical and/or patent experience in the fields of consumer products, footwear, apparel, and/or textiles; experience with knitting, weaving, and/or braiding technologies is highly desirable.

Preferred candidates will exhibit:

Ability to communicate patent and technology concepts in both written and verbal form.
Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment.
Aptitude to understand new areas of technology.
Strong collaboration skills, organizational skills, multi-tasking skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to thrive in ambiguity and to self-manage/prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to provide assistance outside of defined job description.

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://jobs.nike.com/job/beaverton/patent-expert/824/7954151.

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

Associate General Counsel, I.P. – Other – DeForest, Wisc.

February 22, 2018- US - Midwest, Tech - Biotech, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Regulatory

Genus is seeking an Associate General Counsel, I.P. Directs, coordinates, and manages legal advice and services related to patents, trademarks, IP licenses and other intellectual property matters for ABS, PIC and R&D management teams. Provides direct line management for the IP team to ensure attainment of established strategies and objectives.

Assistant General Counsel, IP Transactions and Licensing – Large Corporation – Portland, Ore.

January 23, 2018- US - Northwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Nike seeks an experienced intellectual property lawyer to serve as an Assistant General Counsel, IP Transactions and Licensing. In that role, the successful candidate will provide IP counseling for key segments of Nike’s world-class innovation, product development, and manufacturing innovation, including developing and implementing current and forward-looking innovation/IP activities. As a member of Nike’s legal and IP teams, you will collaborate closely with Nike’s business and innovation teams, as well as legal colleagues, to provide deal negotiation, drafting, and execution and strategic advice related to the company’s IP development, strategic partnerships, business relationships, and licensing activities.

In this role, the successful candidate will help to drive innovation efforts through IP-centric partnerships and transactions. You will develop and implement best practices and processes for aligning IP strategies with Nike business goals. As a member of the Nike global IP and legal departments, you will work closely with other members of those teams to provide expertise where needed.

Core Responsibilities:

Develop and implement global strategy for Nike’s IP transactions and licensing activities.
Work closely with senior management, technical/business stakeholders, and legal colleagues to advise and negotiate IP-intensive transactions, including strategic partnerships, joint development efforts, open innovation activities, patent licenses, and IP acquisitions.
Draft and negotiate IP-centric agreements including joint development and collaboration, IP acquisition, university research, and inbound and outbound license agreements.
Lead Nike’s open source program.
Provide IP advice (including ownership, licensing, and indemnification guidance) for commercial and corporate agreements, including consulting, exclusivity, supply and manufacturing agreements.
Provide IP advice on a variety of company and business issues, including M&A activities, strategic innovation programs, university relations, inventor programs, confidentiality programs, and employment-related issues.
Collaborate and work with other senior business, IP, and legal leaders on a wide range of IP-related issues, including IP analysis, due diligence, disputes, and strategy.
Provide education and training to Nike’s business, innovation and legal partners regarding IP, open source, and transactional/licensing issues.

Requirements:

Juris Doctor degree and active member in good standing of at least one state bar; admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and a technical degree are strongly preferred.
5 to 10 years of solid experience in: negotiating and drafting IP and technology transactional agreements, license agreements, and IP provisions of commercial agreements; general IP substantive areas (including patent prosecution and litigation, trade secrets); open source review and counseling; and IP counseling. Some in-house legal experience is preferred.
Broad range of legal experience and substantive knowledge related to open source, patent licensing, enforcement and litigation.
Strong communication skills -- verbal and written -- with the ability to express thoughts clearly, concisely, and persuasively to a range of audiences, including legal experts, innovators, technologists, and senior business executives.
Capable of adding value to Nike through unique technical and legal expertise.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; a team player who can establish and build partnerships within all levels of the innovation and legal teams.
The ability to multi-task, manage multiple priorities, problem solve and deliver timely and effective results in a fast-paced, team environment.
The ability to counsel clients in developing business and licensing strategies by finding creative solutions to complex business and legal issues relating to IP.

Contact
Apply online by visiting this link: https://jobs.nike.com/job/portland/assistant-general-counsel-ip-transactions-and-licensing/824/6891767.

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

Counsel, I.P. or Senior Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Florham Park, N.J. or Tarrytown, N.Y.

December 11, 2017- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Intellectual Property

basf BASF is seeking a Counsel, I.P. or Senior Patent Agent. Responsibilities include managing a global patent portfolio in line with the Global IP Strategy, including:

Obtain robust patent protection for critical technologies and products with limited to no supervision.
Act as IP project leader for individual research projects, global business units, and operating divisions; identify and articulate opportunities for patent protection; and develop, advocate, and implement patent strategies.
Lead patent portfolio reviews with business units and operating divisions.
Independently draft, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO, including conducting examiner interviews and negotiations with the agency, with limited or no supervision.
Directly manage and provide detailed filing and prosecution instructions and drafts to U.S. and foreign patent counsel.
Prepare and manage the patent portfolio budget, aligning with business unit and operating division goals, and proactively seeking cost saving measures without compromising quality or patent scope.
Conduct competitive analysis of patent portfolios with a detailed understanding of BASF products and technical developments.
Provide training on IP issues to R&D and business colleagues.
Provide patentability advice with limited to no supervision, conduct (under direction and supervision of counsel) analyses, including infringement and validity assessments, and perform landscape analyses.
Support patent-related due diligence for commercial transactions, such as collaborations and licensing.
Effectively communicate with IP colleagues, businesses (e.g., IP Managers, management, R&D) in Germany and other global sites at all levels in the organization, regarding patent matters, departmental and overall BASF processes, and to proactively address other concerns.

Ingredients for Success: What We Look for in You…

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Arts or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
A minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience on Intellectual Property and/or legal teams.
Registration before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
In-depth understanding of US patent law, and general knowledge of foreign patent laws, including Europe and Asia.
Self-starter as well as team player, working well with other patent practitioners and support staff.
Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills.
Ability to work effectively in a changing environment, prioritize demands, and use keen judgment.
Proficiency in working with intellectual asset management software (e.g., Anaqua), the USPTO Electronic Filing System (EFS), and PAIR.
Experience in the chemical industry, particularly related to catalysts (e.g. emission catalysts) and related devices.
Background in a corporate environment preferred, including experience working with various functional groups, building strong and enduring relationships.
Experience in intellectual property post-grant procedures and litigation.
Transactional and contract experience, particularly as it relates to protection of intellectual property and due diligence.
Practical laboratory experience in chemistry or a related field.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://on.basf.com/2yPhfNj.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Florham Park, New Jersey or Tarrytown, New York

Trademark and Copyright Associate – Large Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

November 9, 2017- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Intellectual Property

drinker The Intellectual Property Practice Group of Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP seeks to hire an Associate with 1-2 years of Trademark and Copyright experience to work in the Washington, D.C. office. We are seeking candidates with solid experience with, or demonstrated interest in, trademark, copyright, design, advertising and promotion and related areas. Admission to the District of Columbia bar is required. The successful candidate also will have excellent writing skills, superior academics from a top law school, the ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently, a willingness to work across offices, and produce top quality work with minimal supervision.

IP Patent Prosecution Associate / Agent / Engineer – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations

November 1, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Prosecution

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking an additional Mechanical Engineering Patent Prosecution Associate, Agent, or Engineer for either Milwaukee, Waukesha, or Madison, WI.

Our Prosecution Associates prepare patentability searches, patent applications for filing with the USPTO, draft Office Action responses, and partner with firm colleagues and client representatives regarding an array of new and exciting technologies.

Eligible candidates will preferably have an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, but experienced candidates from Biomechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Physics backgrounds may be considered.

2+ years of firm patent prosecution experience are required. Admission to the Patent Bar is preferred, but not required.

Attorney candidates must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school, and be in good standing and an active member of the bar of the state in which they are admitted to practice.

Relocation assistance may be available.

The candidate must excel in a team environment and be a highly motivated self-starter with excellent business judgment, outstanding written communication skills, and the flexibility to thrive (and have fun!) in a fast-paced professional environment.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a growing IP team with a national and international client base. Founded in 1848, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has provided intellectual property services to clients for more than 100 years and has over 100 IP professionals.

To be considered, a candidate must possess strong academic credentials. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and either official or unofficial transcripts.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Contact
Please apply through the Michael Best website using the following link: http://careers.michaelbest.com/viSelfApply/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=5&FilterJobID=111. To be considered, a candidate must possess strong academic credentials. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and either official or unofficial transcripts.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Milwaukee, Waukesha, or Madison, Wisconsin

IP Patent Attorney / Agent (Organic Chemistry & Small Molecules) – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations

November 1, 2017- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Intellectual Property

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking an additional Patent Attorney specializing in Organic Chemistry to join our Milwaukee, Madison, Waukesha, or Chicago office. We will also consider Patent Agents, Patent Scientists (non-JDs), and Technical Specialists.

Candidates must have an advanced degree specifically in Organic Chemistry (PhD and/or Master's Degree), and small molecule knowledge with related patent experience.

At least two years of firm experience are required. Admission to the Patent Bar is preferred, and patent prosecution experience is required.

Relocation assistance may be available.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a growing Life Sciences IP team with a national and international client base. Founded in 1848, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has provided intellectual property services to clients for more than 100 years.

To be considered, a candidate must possess strong academic credentials. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and official or unofficial transcripts.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Founded in 1848, Michael Best has earned a reputation as a leading law firm. Approximately 230 attorneys serve clients at our offices located across the country (https://www.michaelbest.com/Offices). Michael Best's rich tradition and long history is a testament to our ability to remain dynamic and responsive to the significant changes facing businesses over the past 165+ years. Since our inception, we have remained true to the firm's longstanding goal of delivering results for our clients. That strong foundation continues to guide our work in the constantly evolving business environment facing our clients today. Michael Best is able to draw from our extensive legal and business knowledge to anticipate and meet our clients' 21st century needs.

As a broad-based business law firm, we are ideally positioned to handle a wide range of business legal matters across our practice groups. From Intellectual Property, Employment Relations, Litigation and Transactional - covering wealth planning, tax, mergers and acquisitions, real estate and environmental, our legal practice groups are organized to respond to the most pressing issues facing companies today. We serve cutting-edge industries in technology, advanced manufacturing, and energy and banking and financial services.

Contact
Please apply through the Michael Best website using the following link: http://careers.michaelbest.com/viSelfApply/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=5&FilterJobID=116. To be considered, a candidate must possess strong academic credentials. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and official or unofficial transcripts.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Milwaukee or Waukesha, Wisconisin; Chicago, Illinois