Patent Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – Remote

September 7, 2025Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Do you like complex patent litigation but not the firm environment? Are you looking for a remote working opportunity with no billable hours? Do you want to manage complex patent litigation disputes against large corporations?

General Manager – VIREN (Compliance Vertical) – Corporation – Remote

July 20, 2025- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

Axyde is seeking a high-agency, strategy-driven operator to serve as the first General Manager (GM) in our commercial IP federation — starting with VIREN, our flagship compliance architecture.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Colorado, Arizona, Nevada

July 25, 2024- US - Southwest, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Messner Reeves LLP, a full-service business law firm, with 10 offices nationwide, seeks an experienced Patent Attorney.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in intellectual property law, with expertise in patent prosecution, portfolio management, and litigation. As a Patent Attorney, you will work closely with inventors, engineers, and clients to secure patent protection for innovative technologies and provide strategic guidance on intellectual property matters. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and collaborative legal team in a fast-paced environment.

At Messner Reeves, you are in the driver’s seat with complete control of your future. You will see collaborations taking place and entrepreneurial minds thinking to create solutions to complex problems.

Responsibilities:

Draft and prosecute patent applications before the relevant patent offices.
Prepare detailed description of inventions and draft patent claims to define the scope of protection.
Manage patent prosecution timelines and deadlines to ensure timely filings and responses.
Prepare detailed descriptions of inventions and draft patent claims to define the scope of protection.
Develop and implement strategies for building and managing patent portfolios.
Monitor exciting patents and coordinate renewal and maintenance activities.
Represent clients in patent disputes, infringement litigation, and oppositions proceedings.
Prepare legal arguments, motions, and briefs for court or administrative proceedings.
Communicate complex legal and technical information clearly and effectively to clients and colleagues.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing patent law, with a focus on patent prosecution and portfolio management.
Strong technical background in a relevant field, such as engineering, computer science, or life sciences.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal and technical concepts clearly and persuasively.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Team player with a collaborative mindset and ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
Admission to the bar in a least one jurisdiction, preferably with registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Apply via email to:
sdelduca@messner.com

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Colorado, Arizona, Nevada

Licensing Patent Attorney / Patent Agent – Law Firm – Remote

April 12, 2024- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

IPkey PLLC is a growing and agile patent law firm 100% focused on generating patent value for our clients. We’re a technology-augmented prosecution and strategy firm at our core, and we partner with world-class monetization and litigation counsel on a mission-by-mission basis.

The firm seeks an experienced Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to make an immediate impact supporting patent monetization campaigns in relation to wireless and semiconductor technologies. In this role, you will be integrated into an interdisciplinary team of attorneys, licensing professionals, and technical specialists that lead licensing programs and support litigation counsel. Although this position will support litigation counsel as described below, we emphasize that this role is not a traditional litigation role.

We hope to establish a long-term relationship and will consider full-time, part-time, and project-based candidates for this remote 1099 contractor role.

Responsibilities:

prepare claim charts for electrical and communications technologies, including wireless and semiconductor technologies
assert patents in technical discussions with counterparties
formulate rebuttals to invalidity and noninfringement defenses raised by counterparties
support litigation counsel by providing technical and legal content for pleadings, briefs, infringement contentions, and other deliverables
support reverse engineering projects to verify infringement

Required Qualifications:

USPTO Registration Number
degree(s) in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer science, computer engineering, physics, physics, or similar
(attorney applicants) member of at least one state bar in good standing
a desire to develop your abilities through diverse responsibilities, mentorship, and technology

Desired Experience:

at least 2 years of patent licensing experience in a law firm or in-house role
3GPP, ETSI, and/or IEEE standards, including 3G, 4G, 5G, and/or 802.11
U.S. law relating Standard Essential Patents, including essentiality, FRAND, and antitrust considerations
foreign language abilities (particularly Chinese, Japanese, and Korean)

What We Offer:

We enable patent professionals to practice at their highest ability by providing interesting work, the latest patent technologies (including Rowan Patents), highly competent team support, autonomy commensurate with skill and experience, and above-market compensation.

Interested Applicants: Please email a resume and transcripts to recruiting@ipkey.law.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Intellectual Property Counsel – Corporation – Columbia, MO (remote possible)

April 3, 2024- US - Midwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Admin, Work - Copyright, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Trademark

EquipmentShare, a large corporation, is seeking an Intellectual Property Counsel to work in Columbia, MO (remote possible).

Primary Responsibilities:

Coordinate with outside counsel on various IP matters involving copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets
Advise and counsel employees in the product development teams regarding legal compliance and risk management
Advise and counsel employees on various marketing-related matters, including name-logo-slogan approval, waivers, contest language, website copy and disclaimers, etc.
Draft, negotiate, interpret, and advise employees on IP-related agreements (license agreements, joint development agreements, invention disclosures, etc.)
Negotiate, interpret, and advise employees on IP provisions in commercial agreements, such as manufacturing, SaaS, and supply agreements
Work with outside counsel to evaluate inventions to determine patentability and draft, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO and foreign counterparts
Work with the relevant stakeholders to develop and write policies such as open source policy, AI policy, etc.

Skills & Qualifications:

Juris Doctor degree
Requires membership in a State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law in the State and must remain in good standing with the State Bar including being current on any applicable Continuing Legal Education requirements
Must have 5+ years of experience as an IP attorney, including experience with counseling clients on business aspects of IP matters, with in-house experience highly preferred
Ability to operate with significant independence
-Ability to interact with people at all levels of the organization and interface effectively with leadership, internal business partners, and external partners, such as outside counsel
Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced work environment with strict deadlines
Adaptable to growth and changes in the organization, role, and systems
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong time management skills
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action
Exceptional presentation and negotiating skills
Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects

Apply online at:
https://www.equipmentshare.com/careers/openings/5856108/intellectual-property-counsel-at-columbia-mo-corporate?requestId=7886a3c2-318f-4873-8468-abd2cd92608d%3AAPAb7ITXiQMWFKLr9HwsX8n309VJcwaABA%3D%3D

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Columbia, MO (remote possible)

In-House Corporate Patent and Licensing Attorney – Corporation – Remote, New Mexico

November 24, 2023Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Other Patent

Epiq Counsel, a large corporation, is seeking an in-house Corporate Patent and Licensing Attorney to work remotely.

Roles and Requirements:

Minimum of eight years’ of Intellectual Property experience with a deep focus on the patent process and commercialization of patents from ideation to launch.
Deep expertise in patent prosecution, portfolio management, and technology transfer.
Experience in-house, at a laboratory, university, or government setting.
Expertise in strategically aligning IP assets (including patent applications) with clients’ commercial objectives, analyzing and mitigating risk across the organization, and ensuring quality deliverables tailored to clients’ commercial objectives.
Demonstrated skill in and knowledge of the concepts and processes involved in preparing for negotiations, conducting negotiations, and counseling clients regarding developments and options in a negotiation relating to intellectual property.
Client service orientation with excellent communication skills, including the ability to manage a large patent portfolio while collaborating closely with a variety of internal business clients, outside counsel and inventors to drive expert support and guidance.
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Undergraduate or postgraduate experience in biology or physics preferred but not required.
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Member in good standing of a Bar of at least one state or the District of Columbia.

Responsibilities:

Partner with the legal and business teams focused on the intersection of national security and science.
Support the licensing group by understanding their key business strategies.
Manage, oversee and coordinate on a large patent portfolio across a variety of sciences and technologies. Including but not limited to patent preparation and prosecution functions between the business division, inventors, licensing group, and outside counsel for multiple patent sub-portfolios.

Apply Online at:
epiqcounsel_apply@epiqglobal.com

Please include a resume and best contact information for an interview.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Remote, New Mexico

Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property – Corporation – Menlo Park, CA

October 24, 2023- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Intellectual Property, Tech - Biotech, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

GRAIL, a small corporation, is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to work in Menlo Park, CA.

Roles and Requirements:

As the Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property, you will support all aspects of GRAIL’s global Intellectual Property portfolio strategy, with a focus on patent preparation and prosecution in the life sciences and bioinformatics spaces. This role is based in Menlo Park, CA requiring an on site presence of two days or more a week. This role requires periodic travel, including travel to our affiliate GRAIL location in Raleigh, NC.

You will:

Report directly to the Head of Intellectual Property and lead a team of IP professionals/attorneys to develop and implement strategic IP plans and initiatives Assist in the implementation of IP programs and strategies in line with GRAIL’s business priorities and goals, with a focus on strategic US and ex-US patent filings and prosecution.

Collaborate with research and product development teams to identify and capture high value innovation, and identify the best forms of IP protection for such innovation

Manage internal and external resources for the preparation, filing, prosecution, strategy and management of U.S. and international patent and trademark portfolios

Partner with R&D and commercial business units as an IP generalist, including monitoring and analyzing competitive intellectual property and product offerings, coordinating patent landscape searches and analyses, and supporting corporate IP awareness through IP training

Your background should include:

10+ years experience practicing international patent prosecution, with prior in-house experience preferred
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree, admittance to California bar and in good standing, and registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office
Demonstrated success managing direct reports
Technical background and advanced degree in life sciences (e.g., biochemistry or molecular biology, ideally, with at least some bioinformatics and/or data science experience)
Demonstrated experience and track record of success building and maintaining a global intellectual property and patent portfolio
Experience in preparing and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications, and providing patentability, validity, and infringement assessments
Experience with global patent prosecution, patent appeals, post-grant proceedings, and European opposition proceedings
Ability to set priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines required and to flexibly change priorities as needed
Strong ability communicate complex patent and technical issues to management
Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to prioritize projects
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Apply online at:
https://jobs.lever.co/grailbio/59b7fdd6-95cd-4f76-aed1-2793d21cb499

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Menlo Park, CA

Patent Associate / Patent Agent – Mechanical – Law Firm – Remote

August 11, 2023- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

IPkey is a small patent law firm committed to securing better patents, faster, and more efficiently. We accomplish this by providing our clients unrivaled access and clear communication, and by leveraging technology to make better patent decisions. We serve a range of high-growth enterprise clients, foreign law firms, and individual inventors.

Patent Professional – Agent or Attorney (US Remote) – Corporation – Multiple Locations, Remote Work Available

July 16, 2023- US - Telecommute, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Motorola Solutions, Inc., a large corporation, is seeking a Patent Professional to work remotely.

The Patent Professional may be responsible for one or more of the following:

Attending and participating in patent committee review meetings,
Identifying high-value disclosures that would be additive to our existing portfolio
Working with inventors to properly capture their ideas and inventions and submitting corresponding disclosures to the proper patent committee for consideration
Participating in innovation scrubs of product and/or software releases
Writing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) and in foreign patent offices
Securing and preparing source code and/or APIs for registration with the United States Copyright Office
Overseeing outside counsel on certain aspects of outsourced cases
Being the lead 'patent contact' for a particular business unit, including handling client training and development, understanding client business and existing patent portfolio(s), and guiding business and engineering professionals in generating high-value, high-impact assets
Working and interacting with other MSI Patent Attorneys, Agents, Engineers, and Administrative Professionals on a daily basis, both inside and outside of the PS&O group
Participating in invention mining / harvesting sessions. Some litigation / licensing support may also be periodically requested by litigation / licensing leads in the PS&O and/or Business Legal groups
Mentoring inventors with nascent ideas to help expand and develop them to meet the company’s strategic portfolio needs
Aiding in managing the current issued patent portfolio for their assigned business and the strategic focusing of that portfolio. This may include making and/or assisting with annuity decisions, foreign filing decisions, patent classifications, portfolio analysis, mining existing applications for additional coverage, competitive analysis, and identification of further strategic focus areas, among other possibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience drafting, editing, and/or reviewing patent disclosures and/or patent applications in stated field(s) of expertise, including experience in a law firm or corporate law department environment
Strong organization, leadership, and communication skills to draft invention disclosures and/or draft and prosecute patent applications with high quality and efficiency
Ability to present technical materials to technical and non-technical audiences.
Great interpersonal and team-work skills.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Knowledge of video processing concepts (video encoding, decoding, object identification and tracking, scene understanding, media training and machine learning, etc.), IoT concepts, software development principles (OOP, Agile Dev., etc.), programming languages (such as Python, C#, Swift), cloud development and deployment principles, networking principles, and/or telecommunications principles a plus.
Knowledge of various related technologies such as security, encryption, mixed reality, video / audio processing and analytics, access control, and/or blockchain a plus.
Demonstrated experience in successfully working in a multi-discipline legal and/or technical office and the ability to work with and across multiple legal and/or technical disciplines.
Extensive knowledge of U.S. patent laws and introduction to and/or knowledge of foreign patent laws.
Experience and/or awareness of U.S. and Int’l export control requirements and/or processes.
Prior familiarity with USPTO’s PAIR, EFS, and EPAS systems, Google Apps for Business, and/or Lecorpio preferred but not required.
Candidate may reside anywhere in the US

Basic Requirements:

Juris Doctor Degree
Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems or Computer Engineering, or Computer Science or comparable field of study
6+ years of total legal and/or technical experience in the above-identified legal and technical areas
Need to be a member of the USPTO patent bar and a member of at least one state bar, both in good standing
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements:

Under 10%

Relocation Provided:

None

Position Type:

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan:

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
9 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
and more!

EEO Statement:

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or, any other protected characteristic.

Apply online at:
https://motorolasolutions.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/Illinois-Remote-Work/Patent-Professional---Agent-or-Attorney--US-Remote-_R39375-1

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Multiple Locations, Remote Work Available

Associate, Legal Analytics – Corporation – Multiple Locations

April 12, 2023Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Analysis, Work - Patent Prosecution

RPX Corporation is the leading provider of a comprehensive suite of solutions to help companies manage the risks and costs that arise at any stage of their IP program. To learn more about RPX services, please visit us at www.rpxcorp.com.

By combining world-class transaction expertise with proprietary data and advanced analytics, RPX obtains patent rights that avoid or resolve patent-related disputes shared among our diverse global memberships and provides unique insights that inform our members’ strategic and tactical executive decisions.

What you can expect as an Associate, Legal Analytics:
You will have the opportunity to solve complex problems to help global technology companies, while interacting with industry leading professionals. You will analyze legal data, uncovering legal and business trends in response to questions from RPX's clients, internal groups, the press, and academics.

In this role, you will:

Answer sophisticated legal questions with data analysis and visualization
Generate and test hypotheses to identify trends in IP markets
Conduct long-term research projects on IP risk in new technology areas
Develop an understanding of the data in RPX’s proprietary databases
Prepare presentation materials for communication to partners
Learn new information and technologies at a rapid pace

Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctor degree, experience in the legal field (e.g., patent agent, paralegal, legal project manager), or experience with intellectual property law
Bachelor’s degree; hard science degree viewed favorably
Experience in SQL-based querying or coding experience (e.g., Python, R, JavaScript); proficiency preferred
1-2 years of working with technology
Comfortable with independently handling deadlines and conflicting priorities to deliver quality results
Strong quantitative analysis skills with a passion for discovering insights, trends, and patterns with large datasets
Detail-oriented, creative problem solver
A person with dedication and worth ethic that thrives in a collaborative culture with excellent social, networking, and influencing skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Data development and analysis experience
Experience with data visualization

Interested in Learning More About Us?
In compliance with CA Pay Transparency, the target budgeted salary for this position is $110,000 to $125,000 depending on skills and experience and the RPX base salary range is $78,000 to $145,000. In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus opportunity and comprehensive benefits and perks, including group health coverage, company HSA contribution, 401(k) matching, medical disability and family leave benefits, fitness reimbursement, community service days, charitable donation matching, and more, as well as the option to work remotely or from our beautiful San Francisco office.

At RPX, we value diversity. Our differences unlock our strengths. We embrace diversity of thought and background to foster opportunities for innovation and collaboration. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, humility and empathy where authenticity is welcomed, and all people are supported. Uplifting each other enhances the well-being of our communities as well as the success of our company. By encouraging everyone to speak, and listening carefully to every voice, we’re better equipped to understand our clients’ increasingly diverse needs and deliver solutions to their most complex problems.

RPX is an equal opportunity employer.

We will make reasonable accommodations to enable any qualified individual with a disability to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform the essential functions of the relevant position, and to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as those enjoyed by similarly-situated employees without disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please notify RPX HR.

For this position, RPX will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Apply online at:
https://app.jobvite.com/j?aj=oMgLmfwT&s=Patently-O

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Multiple Locations

Lateral IP Attorney – Law Firm – South Carolina, Tennessee, or Remote

December 31, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Trademark

Thrive IP is an IP boutique based in Charleston, South Carolina. We are looking for an attorney with at least five years experience and a portable client base to join our practice. We can provide excellent back office support for your practice.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Boston, MA (Hybrid)

October 12, 2022- US - Northeast, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Electrical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

Sunstein LLP, a prestigious and growing intellectual property boutique law firm located in Boston, MA, is seeking experienced lateral patent prosecution partners with portable books of business in the biotechnology/life sciences practice area to join our thriving practice. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials, writing and communication skills.
Qualified candidates must have an aptitude for quickly understanding new and complex technologies, and an inquisitive, problem-solving, strategic mind. If you thrive within a cohesive team operating in a firm that places a high-value on maintaining its inclusive and collegial culture, you are encouraged to confidentially apply. Sunstein LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

Patent Counsel or Patent Agent, Life Sciences – Non-Profit – West Lafayette, Indiana. Possibility for hybrid work

October 5, 2022- US - Midwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Non-Profit, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Purdue Research Foundation, a non-profit organization, is seeking a patent counsel or patent agent to work in West Lafayette, Indiana, with a possibility for hybrid work.

Sr. Patent Agent – Corporation – Houston, Texas

August 4, 2022Emp - Corporate (in-house), Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

For Lummus’ Houston office, we are currently seeking a talented Patent Agent that is looking for opportunities for personal and professional development. Reporting to the Chief IP Counsel, this candidate will be responsible for providing patent-related services tailored to the needs of assigned business unit(s) and helping to shape the future of an exciting global technology company.

Key Responsibilities:

Developing and maintaining an understanding of the business and technology of the assigned business unit(s), as well as associated patent portfolios
Identifying patent risks to assigned business units and managing them in collaboration with IP attorneys
Efficiently implementing IP strategies while exercising control over internal and external costs
Assisting inventors with the writing and submittal of invention disclosures, instructing inventors in legal requirements for a patentable invention, and advising inventors on data and other information needed to increase patentability of inventions
Critically reviewing and evaluating submitted invention disclosures, and performing technical analysis of inventions
Performing and evaluating patentability searches
Providing technical reviews and support for freedom-to-operate assessments and IP enforcement matters
Maintaining expertise in US and PCT patent laws/regulations and general knowledge of patent laws in at least some foreign jurisdictions
Managing outside counsel on the prosecution of patent applications, and working with inventors or business leads to support the prosecution of patent applications
Managing annuities and other deadline-driven patent decisions
Leading and/or supporting patent committee meetings
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Chemistry, or similar; advanced degree preferred but not required
USPTO Patent Bar registration
At least 3-5 years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications and managing global patent portfolios, preferably in a law firm
Thorough understanding of US and PCT patent laws/regulations and good knowledge of at least some foreign patent laws and practices
Ability to independently prepare and prosecute US and PCT patent applications
Ability to collaborate with foreign counsel on prosecution of foreign patent applications
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with business leaders
Outstanding analytical skills with a reliable eye for quality and detail
Ability to manage priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment with myriad business pressures
Ability to think beyond the rules of patent filings and prosecution and focus on the practicalities and context of business needs
Ability to work well within a team, taking direction and providing leadership as needed

Apply online at:
https://aa273.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2200090&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago

Please include a current resume with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Houston, Texas

Patent/Litigation Attorney – Law Firm – McLean, Virginia

June 27, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

DBJG's attorneys practice in the fields of intellectual property litigation in federal court and before the U.S. International Trade Commission, patent and trademark prosecution and post-grant practice before the USPTO, licensing of intellectual property, and related complex litigation. All of its attorneys are partners, and we’re looking to expand our ranks. While we do not have specific prerequisites, the ideal partner candidate would have at least five years of legal practice, including experience actively handling cases and overseeing the strategic decisions about those cases. While not required, a strong technical background is also helpful for patent-related litigation. An entrepreneurial spirit is also greatly welcomed and encouraged. Partners joining our ranks will have some portable work or are planning to embark on the challenging but rewarding task of building their own practice and client base. Attorneys with $250k+ of portable business are likely to keep over 80% of their collections in a full-support firm, with class A office space.

Senior Patent Counsel – Small Corporation – Washington, DC (remote as well)

June 21, 2022- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

Unified Patents, a small corporation, is seeking a Senior Patent Counsel to work in Washington, DC

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Grand Rapids, MI

April 14, 2022- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution, Work - Regulatory

Bodman’s Patent Group is seeking an associate with 2 to 4 years of patent experience and a technical background in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field to work in Bodman’s Grand Rapids office. In this position, you will focus on drafting and prosecuting patent applications that are intricate to our clients’ global patent and IP strategies. You will also have the opportunity to conduct freedom-to-operate and landscape analysis and to gain exposure to preparing patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions. Further, in our general practice firm, there will be opportunities to support IP-related litigation and transactional practices.

Licensing Director – Other – Remote

March 8, 2022- US - Telecommute, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation

IP Edge LLC is seeking a licensing director to work remotely.

Patent Agent or Patent Engineer – Law Firm – Husch Blackwell, LLP

February 27, 2022- US - Midwest, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Regulatory

Husch Blackwell, LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations. We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent or Patent Engineer in any of our physical offices or our virtual office, The Link.

Responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the chemical and mechanical arts. Additionally, and under the supervision of lawyers, the individual will assume significant client responsibilities, provide high-quality services to domestic and foreign clients, and communicate with other practitioners and staff.

POSITION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

- Bachelors of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, , Mechanical Engineering, or other like disciplines.
- Admission before the United States Patent and Trademark Office preferred.
- At least one year of related law firm and/or industry experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications preferred.
- Strong academic background.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

CORE REQUIREMENTS

- Ability to deliver superior service to all internal and external customers and communicate effectively.
- Ability to interact in a professional and courteous manner with clients and employees at all times and maintain a professional appearance.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple simultaneous tasks.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team; willingness to adapt to changing business demands.
- Ability to produce acceptable amount of work efficiently and accurately; ability to produce quality final work product.

COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY

Husch Blackwell is committed to maintaining the health and wellbeing of our people and our communities. As such, our Firm requires all Partners and employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit a negative COVID-19 test result weekly. This policy applies to all partners and employees, including those working from home/remotely. If an accommodation to this policy is needed, please inquire for more information.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical activity of this position:

Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Pushing. Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
Pulling. Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Fingering. Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.
Repetitive Motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

The physical requirements of this position:

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception, and field vision:

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position:

The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and much more.

Apply online at:
https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/HUS1001HUSCH/JobBoard/b6637591-8c8d-49b8-b093-5524b203b157/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=d81cf1ed-e757-4ecf-b742-bc720e917419

When applying please include a cover letter, resume and a writing sample that includes an application and/or an amendment that was previously submitted to the USPTO, along with salary requirements

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Husch Blackwell, LLP

Director – IP Products and Services at Clairvolex Inc. – Small Corporation – Pacific Northwest or US East Coast Area.

January 31, 2022- US - Northeast, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Paralegal / Legal Secretary, Work - Patent Prosecution

Clairvolex Inc., a small corporation, is seeking a Director of IP Products and Services to work in the Pacific Northwest or US East Coast Area.

Director, IP will function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in relation to IP product sales. As the SME, you will be responsible for:

Product demonstrations
Customer – Solutioning, Enquiries on products’ features
Supporting sales personnel in converting leads as customers
Receive and process customer feedback on products
Take part in product stand-ups
Participate in product testing and evaluation
Contribute to the product feature enhancements
Attend IP conferences and events to evangelize the Product
Create contents around AI and patent prosecution to support the marketing efforts
Participate in engineering stands when required

In relation to our IP Services business, you will be responsible for:

Key Account Management
Quality oversight for patent portfolios we develop and manage for our clients
Farming-type sales of existing customer accounts
Enhancing Customer satisfaction through strategic patent portfolio development employing quantitative and qualitative prosecution metrics
Assisting ELT (Executive Leadership Team), key managers and sales personnel in winning new accounts
Developing and executing governance processes for clients.
Managing outside counsels for functions connected with filing of office action responses, Examiner interviews and legal steps relative to allowance
Subject matter assistance to all BUs: Portfolio Development, Patent Analytics & Monetization and IP Management Services.
Training and Mentoring engineers to become proficient in patent preparation and prosecution.
You will coach, train, and mentor engineers in all aspects of US patent preparation and prosecution.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Review and quality control responses to offices actions issued by USPTO and drafted by the Patent Engineers
In conjunction with the European Outside Counsels, review and supervise the responses to office actions issued by the EPO and drafted by the Patent Engineers
Wherever necessary, and in complex cases, hands-on draft office action responses
Responsible for instructing the US outside counsels regarding filing response to office actions, Examiner interviews, preparing and filing continuations, and matters connected with prosecution of US patent applications until grant.
Train, coach, and mentor patent engineers to write high quality office action responses. Develop training materials.
Responsible for customer relations management relative to prosecution functions
Offer technical support, subject matter expertise, and solutioning support to sales and business development leadership at global levels
When required travel to client facilities for on-site reviews consistent with applicable public health safety regulations
Support through rendering subject matter expertise to the IPMS (IP Management Service) team – a large group of paralegals handling a variety of functions for multiple large in-house corporate IP operations.
Contribute to CLRC (Clairvolex Learning & Research Center) occasional articles, research papers and/or research in-put (not-mandatory)
Help in establishing the Clairvolex brand globally, and in that relation the management may task the candidate to attend conferences, networking events, roadshows and also carry out regular visits to various potential and existing client facilities.

Educational/professional qualifications:

US Patent Attorney
Must possess an EE degree from a reputed US university and JD from a well-credentialed law school

Experience:
About 5 years’ experience in patent practice either with a law firm or in-house, or in an SME role in the IP industry

Compensation:
Commensurate to industry/law firm standards in the United States

Apply via email to:
careers@clairvolex.com

Include a resume with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Pacific Northwest or US East Coast Area.