Holland & Hart is seeking a Senior IP specialist (a hybrid patent prosecution paralegal/administrative patent portfolio manager) to support their growing electronics patent practice in Boulder, CO. Duties include supporting our patent attorneys in docket and practice management, the preparation and prosecution of patent applications at the USPTO, and performing a variety of patent support and administrative tasks.
Requirements
Qualifications: Applicants must have substantial experience with patent prosecution, and the USPTO electronic file system. Superior attention to detail is required. Applicants must be proficient at using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), and have excellent oral and written communication skills. Patent paralegal experience is highly desirable, as is skill at producing Microsoft Visio documents. Applicants should have the interest and ability to deal with highly-technical subject matter, including cutting-edge computer and electrical material. Excitement about patents, a strong work ethic, and a drive to excel are all necessary.
Specific Duties: 1. Manage aspects of very large patent portfolios, and perform range of duties related to electronic internal file system; 2. Generate templates for patent applications, and responses to various Office Actions. These duties relate to filing/correspondence with USPTO, PCT, and foreign associates; 3. Prepare additional templates for various legal documents (Declaration, Powers of Attorney, Assignments); 4. Review formalities of filed patent documents to ensure proper form, including Filing Receipts, Declarations, Recordings, Information Disclosure Statements, allowed patents ready to issue, etc.); 5. Perform electronic filings at USPTO; and 6. Manage intake and opening of matters We offer outstanding benefits and a pleasant work environment.
Contact: If you qualify and are interested in joining a dynamic friendly organization send resume to cmoe@hollandhart.com or fax to Charlene Moe 303-295-8261. No phone calls please.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Boulder, Colorado
Sandia National Laboratoriesis searching for a senior level Patent Paralegal for the Legal Technology Transfer Center located in Albuquerque, NM. This is a permanent, full-time position. The candidate selected will be required to obtain and maintain a DOE-granted “L-level” Security Clearance. Security clearance is not required to start.
Department Description: Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a Patent Assistant for its Legal Technology Transfer Center. This position will provide support for director-level patent attorneys and patent agents. Center 11500, Legal Technology Transfer, obtains intellectual property protections (patents, trademarks & copyrights) and drafts technology transfer agreements. The Center has support programs that enhance U. S. prosperity and further core missions.
Job Summary: The position requires excellent organizational, problem solving and priority setting skills. Experience working with and understanding of the rules and regulations set forth by the United States Patent & Trademark Office, (USPTO) are essential to success in this position. The position requires reviewing and acting upon materials received from USPTO, preparing draft materials responsive to USPTO for attorney review and/or completion, maintaining attorney dockets, maintaining patent database (database entry, errors checks), and maintaining hardcopy files. The successful applicant will act as primary support for one or more attorneys, including preparing materials for attorneys signature (missing parts, certificates of correction, engagement letters, etc.), calculating filing fees, conducting database searches for attorneys (reference prior art, private PAIR, etc.), filing materials in USPTO in accordance with federal rules, maintaining USPTO deposit account, and coordinate payment of patent maintenance fees.
The successful candidate will be adept at meeting frequent deadlines with constant interruptions while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated ability to work with and appropriately protect sensitive, proprietary and confidential information; and the ability to work in a team environment while exercising independent judgment and interact effectively with peers and all levels of management are necessary.
This job series typically: Provides high-level paraprofessional legal support to in-house attorneys and external co-counsel retained to represent Sandia Corporation. The selected candidate will work under attorney supervision but with a high degree of independence to provide paralegal and administrative support of a responsible and confidential nature and helps ensure the smooth functioning of legal matters and projects.
Primary Job Duties: • Provides initial review of documents, including complaints, contracts, leases, terms and conditions, proposed policies, regulations, management directives, and other documents. • Conducts legal research on specific legal topics in order to familiarize attorneys with specific legal issues, summarize legal issues presented in a particular matter, and provides updates on new developments in the assigned practice area. • Prepares drafts of correspondence, pleadings, memoranda of law, and other legal documents. • Locates and gathers all documents and information related to specific matters from all relevant sources, such as other Sandia organizations, personnel, and federal and state agencies; reviews and analyzes those documents and information; and organizes and reports the results of research and analysis to supervising attorneys. • Identifies and prepares documents and exhibits to be used in litigation, administrative proceedings, contract disputes and negotiations, and patent prosecutions. • Works cooperatively with Sandia staff to ensure appropriate document management, protection, retention, and disposition in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. • Further develops and maintains Sandia's records and database files, including scanning and coding documents into Sandia databases. • Supports attorneys in preparation for litigation, administrative proceedings, contract disputes, and negotiations. • Coordinates legal discovery efforts and supports both in-house and outside counsel. • Conducts computerized searches for information. • Remains current on processes and procedures in applicable court and administrative forums.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Ability to prioritize and adjust to changing priorities, problems, and deadlines • Ability to work independently • Knowledge of Sandia's organization, history, policies, and procedures • Computer application and database skills • Demonstrated accuracy and judgment and a high degree of initiative, discretion, diplomacy, confidentiality, and flexibility • Ability to meet deadlines • Knowledge of protocol • Adept at adjusting to changing priorities, problems, and deadlines
Required: • This position requires the candidate to have at least 3 years of direct experience working in a patent prosecution environment within a law firm or in-house. • The successful candidate will have experience with USPTO rules and procedures, patent docketing and supporting attorneys.
Desired: • Paralegal degree, experience with IP Management software (i.e. Thompson Rueters IP Manager, CPA Global Memotech, or IPFoundation software suites), Adobe, Microsoft Applications (Word, PowerPoint, CRM and Outlook), SharePoint and Excel.
Security Clearance: Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE)-granted L-level security clearance.
Sandia is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment background review that includes personal reference checks, law enforcement record and credit checks, and employment and education verifications. Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE L-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by the DOE, rendering the inability to perform the duties assigned and resulting in termination of employment.
Contact: To learn more about this position and to apply online, please visit us at http://www.sandia.gov/careers/search-openings.html, click Advanced Search and reference Job Opening ID Number: 643304.
U.S. Citizenship Normally Required. Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Government Job Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation with major facilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico and Livermore, California. We are a world-class team of scientists, engineers, technologists, post docs, and visiting researchers all focused on cutting-edge technology, ranging from homeland defense, global security, biotechnology, and environmental preservation to energy and combustion research, computer security, and nuclear defense. To learn more, please visit our website at www.sandia.gov.
Oakley, a global leader in performance eyewear, apparel, footwear, and accessories is looking for a motivated patent paralegal with excellent credentials and a willingness to learn. Candidates who seek responsibility and enjoy working as part of a team at a cutting-edge company are encouraged to apply.
1. Position entails all phases of US and foreign patent preparation and prosecution. Emphasis is in design application preparation and handling of correspondence exchanged with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and our foreign patent agents. Responsibilities include: document preparation, filing, typing, copying, proofreading and projects as assigned; and maintaining patent files and personal docket, ensuring that all due dates are met and that the company's records are current.
2. Assist attorney in drafting, editing and electronically filing new design applications, prosecution documents and associated transmittal forms at the USPTO, including: responses to missing parts, restriction requirements, and office actions; recordation of assignments; information disclosure statements; and issue fee payments. Identify and resolve formal & semi-substantive patent issues prior to the granting of the US Patent, including a review of the Notice of Allowance & the file history to ensure that all necessary references have been cited to the USPTO; advise attorney of the next best course of action & necessary steps to be taken.
3. Assist attorney in preparing application documentation for foreign patent applications and transmitting instructions to our foreign agents.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Four-year college degree with strong academic credentials preferred.
Experience (and other qualifications): Position requires knowledge of the detailed U.S. patent laws & the deadline requirements for various actions, and experience reviewing incoming US & foreign correspondence to confirm the accuracy of the deadline date provided by an IP docketing software system.
Must be able to follow instruction, prioritize workload, efficiently complete assignments in a timely manner, and be able to work independently but cohesively within a team environment. Successful candidate will possess knowledge and experience, superior attention to detail, and excellent organizational and oral and written communication skills.
Successful candidate should have 3 to 5+ years of overall patent prosecution experience including significant experience at a patent law firm preparing and e-filing new applications and prosecution correspondence with the USPTO; foreign filing experience, including drafting and forwarding correspondence to foreign agents; and maintaining a patent docket. Position requires knowledge of rules & requirements set forth by the USPTO. Experience in market clearance and due diligence, including the ability to conduct factual research using online search tools, is desired but not required. General purpose software proficiencies include Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel and Adobe Acrobat. Patent-specific software proficiencies include the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's patent application information retrieval system (PAIR), electronic filing system, and electronic assignment recordation system. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Four-year college degree with strong academic credentials preferred.
Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Paralegal 2 to work in Los Alamos, New Mexico. The paralegal will perform a variety of legal and administrative tasks to include:
• Maintain vigilant oversight of patent docket, due dates, and procedural requirements for LANL patent operations; • Maintain vigilant oversight of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) deposit accounts including tracking of filing fees, recordation fees, etc., for both domestic and foreign filings; • Interact professionally with all levels of staff and management at LANL, USPTO and the Department of Energy (DOE) and other external organizations, including retained counsel; • Assist with preparation of information disclosure statements; • Review of invention disclosures and invention evaluation comments from attorneys or others, and careful review of issuing patents; • Examine and file electronic and/or hard copy documents, reports, correspondence, and any related papers pertinent to patent law activities for compliance with Federal Regulations and United States Patent & Trademark Office rules; • Assist with legal review of Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs) and Patent Licensing Agreements; • Prepare and handle Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) filings from prior US applications; • Serve as a Department of Energy administrative contact for invention processing and copyright assertion requests, including processing of invention election notices and waiver requests; • Administer IP input for annual inventor awards; • Data entry, searches and reports generation; • Point of contact for IP e-billing, invoice reviews and approvals; • Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements: • Previous experience as a paralegal in a corporate or government law office, private law firm or similar setting; • Must have prior work experience that required accuracy, judgment, a high degree of initiative, discretion, diplomacy, confidentiality, flexibility, timeliness, and knowledge of protocol; • Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision and to quickly adjust to changing priorities, problems, and deadlines; • Demonstrated effective and strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; • Minimum of four (4) years of experience using various software applications and technologies including MS Office Suite, Internet, E-mail, and databases; • Ability to recognize and resolve ethical issues and to strictly adhere to attorneys’ rules of confidentiality; • Must have an excellent record of dependability and availability for work including overtime when necessary.
Desired Skills: • Experience using various software applications and technologies typically used in a technologically sophisticated law office such as Matter Management, IP Master (a Patent Tracking Software), and Lexis-Nexis or Westlaw; • Familiarity with LANL and DOE organizational structure and functions; • Experience in and knowledge of USPTO rules and procedures; • Experience in and knowledge of Federal and DOE policies, procedures and orders regarding management of patent and technical data rights, technology transfer agreements, and acquisition policies and procedures.
Education: Five years of paralegal on-the-job experience in private law firms, corporate legal departments or government legal office. An undergraduate degree and/or paralegal certificate are desirable.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter.
Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
Pre-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a pre-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to a regular status only with approval of the cognizant Principal Associate Director.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Government Job Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns.
The mission of the Intellectual Property Law Practice Group (LC-IP) is to protect the intellectual property developed by Laboratory technical staff. LC-IP is seeking a Paralegal to provide support to patent attorneys, patent agents and to external co-counsel in matters relating to the intellectual property and technology transfer functions at LANL. The Paralegal will provide support in the areas of foreign and domestic patent prosecution; licensing of intellectual property and other technology transfer agreements; and assist with procurement issues involving intellectual property matters and copyright matters.
Trading Technologies is seeking to add a Patent Prosecution Paralegal with vision and ambition to support its IP Team in Chicago, Illinois. The Patent Prosecution Paralegal will have an integral role in the administration and management of Trading Technologies’ expanding global patent portfolio in the trading software industry and serve as a resource for other members of the IP Team, outside counsel, and inventors to secure and administer appropriate protection for Trading Technologies’ innovations. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and competent at providing direction to others, as well as comfortable with teamwork. The objective is to ensure the global patent portfolio remains secure and well-positioned to support our growth.
Responsibilities: • Work closely with the IP Team to develop, implement, and maintain docketing processes, procedures and policies for invention disclosures, patents, and patent applications, including daily or periodic clearance of workflow. • Advise the IP Team regarding proposed changes to the MPEP, the Code of Federal Regulations, and court opinions that affect the docketing process. • Coordinate and report communications with the USPTO and foreign patent agencies. • Prepare and file appropriate documentation for patent applications. • Coordinate electronic filings of patent applications and communications with the USPTO. • Coordinate filing of Information Disclosure Statements, including maintaining a database to ensure prior art is being cited where appropriate. • Interface with inventors to capture new innovations for review by the IP Team. • Interact with U.S. and international counsel. • Perform comprehensive literature searches to identify potential prior art. • Administer inventor awards program. • Assist other departments to ensure understanding and expectations for patent policies and rules, including fielding questions from employees. • Review new patent grants for errors and corrections. • Maintain docketing system for invention disclosures, patent applications, and patents. • Prepare patent committee meeting agendas; obtain, assemble and distribute meeting materials. • Identify and coordinate training needs for individuals within the IP team.
Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree with a Paralegal certificate is preferred. • Five (5) years of progressive experience providing a thorough understanding of domestic and international patent prosecution practice to achieve business objectives. • Experience with working with extensive patent portfolios and docketing systems (experience with Anaqua is preferred). • Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills. • Organized, independent, detailed oriented, and enthusiastic, with a demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, on multiple tasks, and to meet deadlines. • Experienced with the USPTO’s Electronic Filing System (EFS), and Patent Term Adjustment. • Ability to search patent and related literature in public and proprietary databases quickly and efficiently. • Familiarity with patent law and practice, including the MPEP, Code of Federal Regulations, is preferred.
Headquartered in Chicago with 12 offices globally, TT has received "best in class" awards from numerous independent third parties including FOW, Buy-Side Technology, The Technical Analyst and Chicago magazines as well as the Illinois Information Technology Association (ITA).
TT is committed to providing an environment where highly talented, challenge-hungry people thrive. We invest heavily in employee satisfaction. Competitive salaries, stock options, company-matched retirement plans, low-cost comprehensive health benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, 22 days of paid time off plus holidays, pre-tax commuting benefits, health club subsidies, company-sponsored social outings, game room lounges, an ultra-casual work environment, company sponsored social events, and free breakfast, snacks, and beverages are just some of the benefits of working at TT.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Chicago, Illinois
Are you interested in pursuing your passion in an industry that demands innovation? Trading Technologies (TT) is looking for self-motivated employees who thrive on challenges and take ownership in fast-paced and collaborative environments.
Trading Technologies (www.tradingtechnologies.com) develops multi-asset-class trading software and microsecond server-based execution solutions for the world’s premier investment banks, proprietary traders, brokers, hedge funds and other trading institutions. On any given day, thousands of traders in more than 40 countries use TT’s software to access dozens of global derivatives markets. TT’s software & solutions are distributed through more than 100 firms, including 19 of the top 20 U.S futures brokers.
Rutan & Tucker, LLP has an opportunity available for a Patent Prosecution Assistant.
Responsibilities: Support patent prosecution attorney with all clerical tasks. Prepare and file documents with the USPTO. Conduct online preliminary screening searches. Draft IP related agreements. Docket entry and quality control. Manage client portfolios. Generate status reports. Interact with clients via telephone concerning routine matters.
Requirements: Qualified applicants will be mature, motivated and detail oriented with a strong work ethic. In addition, the position requires someone who works well independently and as part of a team. Applicants must demonstrate initiative and flexibility in handling a variety of tasks and should possess the following attributes: ▪ Minimum four years U.S. and foreign patent prosecution experience ▪ Knowledge of IDS, domestic and foreign filing procedures ▪ Strong communication and organizational skills ▪ Ability to work overtime as needed ▪ Word, Excel, Outlook and power point at advanced level
Kilpatrick Townsendis seeking a second-year evening law student for our Student Associate Program in our Washington, DC office. The candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or a similar field with optics experience and must be available to work full time 30-35 hours per week. Experience as a PTO examiner and/or industry experience is preferred. Applicants must have a strong college and law school record.
Genomic Healthcurrently has a full-time opening for a Patent Prosecution Secretary.
The successful candidate must be a highly organized, self-motivated patent prosecution assistant to provide administrative support to the Intellectual Property department team. Responsibilities include filing prosecution-related documents with the USPTO, including applications, amendments, maintenance fees, issue fees, and other prosecution-related documents, and preparing/filing Information Disclosure Statements and Sequence Listings. Experience with foreign filing also required. Must be knowledgeable in e-filing.
Responsibilities: • Electronic filing of prosecution-related documents with the USPTO • Prepare and file Information Disclosure Statements as needed • Prepare and file Sequence Listings as needed • Coordinate filings with foreign patent counsel • Ensure third party handling of patent annuity and renewal payments • Responsible for invoice processing
Qualifications: • 5+ years of international patent prosecution administrative experience in a law firm or corporate legal department • Knowledge of US and international patent prosecution processes and patent office rules • Demonstrated knowledge of the USPTO’s e-filing system and PAIR • Excellent writing, grammatical, and organizational skills are a must • Willingness to take initiative and stay ahead of the curve • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment is essential. • HS Diploma with strong experience in supporting patent prosecution; University degree preferred • Strong communicator with ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, managers and customers as needed • Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner • Able to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality • Ability to work as part of a team
At Genomic Health, there is truly a transparent and inclusive environment that allows each of our employees to see the contributions they’re making to the lives of our patients. From frequent and real-time feedback to a reward system that promotes our values, aligns our company and rewards results, we work hard to create a truth-seeking, supportive environment. We celebrate accomplishments, promote career growth, encourage work/life balance and value individual perspectives.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Redwood City, California
Extraordinary Professionals Committed to Helping Those with Cancer
Genomic Health places special emphasis on recruiting and retaining exceptional professionals as we believe having the best employees will foster a strong organization that can carry out its commitment to improving the lives of people affected by cancer. We believe that we are not only creating personalized medicine to enable patients to make the best treatment decisions, we are also creating a unique company that allows its employees to profoundly impact the world we live in for the better.
The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Senior Paralegal to work in its Atlanta, Georgia offices. Reporting to the Patent Manager, the Patent Paralegal is responsible for assisting patent attorneys and agents in drafting, editing, and filing patent related documents at US and foreign patent offices; corresponding with outside domestic and foreign associates regarding patent matters; processing invention disclosures including requesting prior art searches (utility & design patents); and advising clients on patent prosecution procedure and status.
Responsibilities: • Draft, edit, and file patent related documents including but not limited to patent applications, assignments, responses to missing parts, responses to restriction requirements, responses to office actions, notices of appeal, appeal briefs, information disclosure statements, and powers of attorney, as well as various other pilot program documents and PPH requests. • Conduct electronic filings in the USPTO and PCT Offices. • Correspond with foreign associates and coordinate prosecution instructions between internal counsel and foreign associates including docket number assignment, allowance instructions, fee/annuity instructions, and foreign filing instructions. • Coordinate prosecution instructions between internal counsel and outside counsel. • Maintain a docket and advise internal and external counsel as needed. • Communicate with internal clients regarding patent prosecution requirements, procedures and status. • Review and process invention disclosures and request prior art searches, as appropriate. • Other responsibilities and key result areas will be assigned as required.
Required: Education & Experience: • Paralegal certificate or Bachelor's degree required. • Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience preparing and filing documents at the USPTO via e-filing including basic patent office transmittals, responses to missing parts, information disclosure statements, and responses to office actions; design patent filing and registration experience; foreign filing experience, including PCT applications and national stage applications; and maintaining a patent docket. • Excellent knowledge of USPTO and PCT rules and procedures. • Experience with the Anaqua record management software a plus.
Strong organizational skills, comfortable with fast-paced environment, flexible and team player attitude is a must. Ability to work under minimal supervision required.
Core Competencies Required: • Drives Innovative Business Improvements: Develops unique ideas that can be used to improve the organization and influences others# opinions, convincing them of the value of new ideas and initiatives. • Balances Immediate and Long-Term Priorities: Translates strategic objectives into clear action plans for the team and makes choices that are focused on increasing Company/System profitability. • Delivers Results: Ensures team delivers value-added solutions that lead to quality results. Imports and Exports Good Ideas: Builds relationships that result in plans/solutions for the business. • Develops and Inspires Others: Conveys messages clearly and tailored content and delivery style to the audience. Develops self and others to improve performance in current role and to prepare for future roles; seeks and provides feedback and coaching to enhance performance. • Lives the Values: Demonstrates the values of The Coca-Cola Company through words, actions, and by example; fosters an environment that reflects the values of the Company. • Customer service and results-oriented
Genomic Healthis currently have a full-time opening for a Patent Prosecution Docketing Clerk II.
Seeking a highly organized, self-motivated patent prosecution/docketing clerk to provide administrative support to the Intellectual Property department team. Responsibilities include filing prosecution-related documents with the USPTO, including applications, amendments, maintenance fees, issue fees, and other prosecution-related documents, and preparing/filing Information Disclosure Statements and Sequence Listings. Experience with foreign filing a plus. Must be knowledgeable in e-filing and able to determine and docket US and foreign due dates. Will be responsible for maintaining the IP docket system and generating regular docket reports to be distributed to department members.
Responsibilities: • Open, log, and docket all forms of correspondence • Maintenance of the IP docket system • Generate regular docket reports to be distributed to department members • Monitor final deadlines • Electronic filing of prosecution-related documents with the USPTO • Prepare and file Information Disclosure Statements as needed • Prepare and file Sequence Listings as needed • Ensure third party handling of patent annuity and renewal payments • Responsible for invoice processing
Qualifications: • 5+ years of international patent docketing experience in a law firm or corporate legal department • Knowledge of US and international patent prosecution processes and patent office rules • Demonstrated understanding of CPA’s patent renewal system • Demonstrated knowledge of the USPTO’s e-filing system • Knowledge of the IP docketing system, PATTSY®, preferred • Excellent writing, grammatical, and organizational skills are a must • Willingness to take initiative and stay ahead of the curve • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment is essential. • HS Diploma with strong experience in docketing; University degree preferred • Strong communicator with ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, managers and customers as needed • Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner • Able to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality • Ability to work as part of a team
At Genomic Health, there is truly a transparent and inclusive environment that allows each of our employees to see the contributions they’re making to the lives of our patients. From frequent and real-time feedback to a reward system that promotes our values, aligns our company and rewards results, we work hard to create a truth-seeking, supportive environment. We celebrate accomplishments, promote career growth, encourage work/life balance and value individual perspectives.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Redwood City, California
Extraordinary Professionals Committed to Helping Those with Cancer
Genomic Health places special emphasis on recruiting and retaining exceptional professionals as we believe having the best employees will foster a strong organization that can carry out its commitment to improving the lives of people affected by cancer. We believe that we are not only creating personalized medicine to enable patients to make the best treatment decisions, we are also creating a unique company that allows its employees to profoundly impact the world we live in for the better.
The University of Virginia Licensing & Ventures Groupis seeking a patent paralegal. The patent paralegal supports two patent attorneys and a licensing staff by maintaining the patent docket, preparing and filing patent applications and associated documents and forms, corresponding with inventors and licensees, and responding to inquiries and requests regarding the docket and status of patent applications. The successful candidate will have patent experience, preferably U.S. and PCT/foreign; at least a high school diploma (Bachelor's degree preferred); a paralegal certificate or equivalent experience; the ability to process computer data and generate reports; proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent attention to detail; and the ability to meet deadlines and manage a diverse workload.
Salary is commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package includes health and dental coverage and regular retirement contributions.
The University of Virginia Licensing & Ventures Group is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability.
Contact: Qualified candidates are invited to apply for the position of PATENT PARALEGAL by submitting a cover letter and resume/CV electronically via response to the following email address: llarson@virginia.edu.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Other Job Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Flukeis seeking a Corporate Paralegal to work in its South Everett, Washington offices. Are you looking for a role where you will work closely with our Patent Lawyer and own the patent administrative process with the opportunity for growth and development? Are you looking to partner with both external clients and business leaders to help manage the patent and annuities processes? If so, we have your next opportunity! You will be responsible for the auditing, administration of patent submissions, actions and decisions across the organization.
You will provide specifically substantive legal work for department lawyers and assist in providing legal support to the organization of a complex and responsible nature for our inventors’ patents both domestically and globally. This may include both corporate and commercial work and records management as well as trademark and IP research and support at the highest level.
Primary Responsibilities: • You will be responsible for the patent portfolio including, review and management of internal and external patent correspondence. Manage patent committee meetings while working closely with national/international outside counsel and inventors during patent prosecution to grant. Monitor USPTO patent site for granted patents and notifies inventors, VPs and HR of grants. • You will oversee and conduct due-diligence for incoming information, requests and related correspondence and materials including IP, litigation discovery, legal research and copyright permission requests as well as inquiries from outside inventors for idea review by Business Unit managers. • You will assess and support Fluke’s NDA process and assisting with trademark inquiries providing accurate and timely information on federally registered and common law marks. • You will research the patent assignment and filing of IP for newly acquired entities working with outside counsel in obtaining necessary chain of title documentation. • You will work closely with the department on budget administration, expense accruals and forecasting.
Minimum Qualifications: • 2+ years of related experience supporting the docketing, patent administration, database management, auditing, building queries and reporting. • Associates degree or Paralegal certification required, BA a plus. Demonstrated Skills and Abilities: • Proven track record of taking initiative, attention to detail, organization and prioritization and problem solving • Experience working and partnering with all levels in an organization. • Strong communication in both written and verbal formats • Experience and knowledge of large and complex database systems, including ability to create queries, and MS products especially PowerPoint and Excel • Experience with CPI, Decipher or other docketing databases a plus
All external hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a criminal background check. Fluke is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Solazyme has an opportunity available in our Intellectual Property Department for a IP Paralegal to support Solazyme's legal efforts and business needs The successful candidate will be involved in all phases of patent preparations and filings.
Responsibilities: • Docketing US and foreign prosecution deadlines • Creation, preparation and management of patent and trademark files • Managing and updating status reports to track the progress of all US and foreign patent and trademark related deadlines • Assist in the preparation of documents for filing with the USPTO • Trademark searches and analysis • Correspond with outside counsel • Provide administrative support of other IP-related documents/projects
Required: • 2-5 years prior patent docketing experience; familiarity with PCT applications and Trademarks is required. • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, preferred. • In-house experience at a bio- or clean- technology company preferred. • Must have outstanding organizational skills with keen attention to detail • Strong communications skills (written and verbal) • Able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision • Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, including Excel and powerpoint requried
Contact: The method for applying for this vacancy is online via the Solazyme’s home page at www.solazyme.com and proceed to our Career Page; No other forms of application will be accepted.
Solazyme is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Francisco, California
Solazyme, Inc. is the leading renewable oils and bio-products company. We use algal biotechnology to renewably produce clean and scalable fuels, chemical, foods and health science products. Solazyme’s advanced and proprietary technology uses algae to produce oils and biomaterials in standard fermentation facilities quickly, cleanly, cost effectively and at large scale.
Hoxie & Associates, LLC is a patent law firm located in the New York metropolitan area. We are currently seeking an experienced patent prosecution paralegal to become a full-time, permanent team member in our Millburn, NJ office.
The ideal candidate will possess: • Strong working knowledge of substantive and procedural US and foreign patent rules • Experience driving paralegal and attorney workflow to meet deadlines • Ability to maintain the highest level of performance and professionalism under pressure • Work ethic grounded in self-discipline and personal responsibility
Job responsibilities will include but will not be limited to: • Preparing US, PCT and foreign National Phase applications and accompanying documents • Responding to requests for formalities in all countries • Drafting Preliminary Amendments and other Responses for attorney review • Preparing Information Disclosure Statements and cross-referencing cited art across multiple applications • Reviewing application file histories and identifying and resolving any issues • Managing and maintaining dockets and docket reports for multiple attorneys and clients • Corresponding with clients and foreign counsel
Salary commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package.
Contact: Please provide your resume, cover letter and salary requirements when applying to Melanie@hoxpat.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Millburn, New Jersey
Kacvinsky Daisak, PLLC is currently seeking an experienced Intellectual Property paralegal. The ideal candidate should possess a deep working knowledge of US and foreign patent & trademark prosecution procedures. Additional strengths should include the ability to manage and maintain a patent and trademark docket across multiple clients and attorneys. Previous experience with FoundationIP is a plus. A candidate must be able to manage their time well, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Duties will include but are not limited to: - Receiving, docketing, and reporting out correspondence received from the USPTO and foreign agents - Drafting shell responses to US and foreign office actions - Developing and maintaining knowledge of patent office rules and procedures (US and foreign) - Developing, understanding and documenting client procedures and special instructions. - Completing requirements of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) applications when needed. - Coordinating international filings with foreign agents, and completing any necessary filing requirements. - Preparing standard transmittal documents for filing with the USPTO, such as missing parts, assignments, issue fees, IDS documents, etc. - Reviewing and filing new patent and trademark applications, including any necessary transmittal documents. - Reviewing and filing prosecution related documents, such as office action responses, including any necessary transmittal documents. - Preparing quarterly annuity packages for review by the assigned attorney and/or client. - Maintaining an online annuity database, such as CPI Online. - Preparing and providing reports from a docketing database as requested. - Identifying and resolving problems in a timely and efficient manner. - Attention to detail and deadlines is absolutely necessary.
Red Chalkseeks a patent researcher to join our team that has a strong ability to assess and analyze the best way to approach a project. We seek candidates with a broad set of experience and knowledge working in multiple industries. However, candidates applying for this position should have previous experience or extensive knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
Other strong science, technology and/or engineering backgrounds: biology, chemistry, mechanical The Patent Researcher will research invention concepts using a variety of databases and compile formal search reports to demonstrate findings to clients. A majority of work requires in-depth reading, writing and working on computers.
Responsibilities: • Quickly review to gain an understanding of technical aspects of client inventions and/or technical search concepts • Create research strategies that best utilize time and resources when executed • Perform extensive database research • Review, gather and analyze technical literature • Report research findings in a timely and high-quality manner • Continuously and concisely learn, interpret, comprehend, retain and apply technical abilities
Requirements: • Previous patent examining or patent searching experience preferred • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, in Engineering, (e.g., Electrical, Telecommunications) or equivalent experience is required • Enjoy an ongoing learning and computer-based environment that is dedicated to delivering quality end-products • Be a self-starter while striving for timely results; this is a distinctive opportunity for one to grow with a high-performing firm • Proactively, confidently and effectively communicates (written and verbal) with team members and clients • Thrive in ambiguity with a passion for continuous learning; will put that knowledge to use in delivering swift results to meet client deadlines • Quick ability to redirect focus on new priorities manages time with good organizational skills
Contact: To apply for consideration, please email your resume to our Recruiter, Kristen Rettig at Krettig@redchalk.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Chicago, Illinois
Red Chalk Group is an established professional services firm focusing on intellectual property consulting, transactions, litigation support, investment research, and proprietary enhanced data. Our firm delivers technology valuation, industry & competitive analysis, merger & acquisition/investment support, licensing & commercialization support, and IP transaction services. Red Chalk Group has helped business leaders address their greatest challenges related to Intellectual Property by focusing on IP issues and opportunities at the most senior levels.
Utilizing its network of PhD level subject matter experts and analysts as well as its proprietary databases and tools, Red Chalk Group provides industry-leading capabilities and resources to its clients. Our clients include many of the Fortune 100 as well as leading investment banking and money management institutions. We are building our capabilities in Chicago and the Bay area to support our ongoing growth. We are headquartered in Chicago with additional offices in Munich, Germany and Tokyo, Japan.
To learn more about Red Chalk Group, please visit our website at www.redchalk.com.
Holland & Hart's Boulder, Colorado office is seeking an Administrative Intellectual Property Specialist/Secretary to support the growing patent practice. Duties include supporting our patent attorneys in docket and practice management, the preparation and prosecution of patent applications at the USPTO and performing a variety of patent support and administrative tasks.
Requirements: Applicants must have strong administrative/secretarial skills and a desire to have a long term career in the intellectual property field. Superior attention to detail and proofreading skills are required, must be proficient at using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and have excellent oral and written communication skills. Applicants should have the interest and ability to deal with highly technical subject matter, including cutting-edge computer and electronic filings. Excitement about IP, a strong work ethic and a drive to excel are all necessary.
We offer excellent starting salaries, outstanding benefits and a pleasant work environment
Contact: Qualified candidates should sent resume to: Charlene Moe at: cmoe@hollandhart.com. No phone calls please.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Boulder, Colorado
Rutan & Tucker, LLP is seeking a Trademark Clerk to work in its Costa Mesa, Calif., office. Create and maintain foreign and domestic trademark files. Trademark docket entry and maintenance using IP Manager docket software. Assist trademark paralegal with research and other projects as assigned.
Qualified applicants will possess minimum one year IP docket and filing experience. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Word required. Excellent organizational skills, attention ot detail and the ability to work well under pressure are essential. Experience with IP Manager docket software and Thompson CompuMark Saegis on line trademark system preferrred.
Contact: Send resume with salary requirement to dwilliams@rutan.com. Applicants only.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Locations: Costa Mesa, California
The Michaud-Kinney Groupis seeking a full-time Legal Assistant with experience to fill immediate opening. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, document preparation and management, docket and calendar maintenance, communication with clients, filing documents with the USPTO and/or the Federal Court system. Competitive wages. Full medical benefits.
Holland & Hart is seeking a Senior IP specialist (a hybrid patent prosecution paralegal/administrative patent portfolio manager) to support their growing electronics patent practice in Boulder, CO. Duties include supporting our patent attorneys in docket and practice management, the preparation and prosecution of patent applications at the USPTO, and performing a variety of patent support and administrative tasks. 
