Myers Wolin, LLC, a growing IP Boutique law firm with offices in Morristown, New Jersey and New York City, is seeking a partner-level patent (any technical field) or trademark attorney or small practice group with portables. This position is ideal for someone with a book of business at a firm that is looking for a more favorable location or is in a period of transition.
AdvantEdge Law Group, an intellectual property boutique located in South Jordan, Utah, currently seeks candidates with degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science for its patent prosecution practice. The ideal candidate would have 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience as an agent or attorney, strong technical and writing skills, and a commitment to preparing a quality work product. ALG is a rapidly growing law firm with a strong and diverse domestic and international client base. ALG provides a relaxed work environment with flexible hours and a competitive compensation structure. Benefits include health insurance coverage and a 401k plan.
Contact: If interested, please send cover letter and resume via e-mail to careers@alg-ip.com. Additional information about the firm may be found at ALG’s website: www.alg-ip.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: South Jordan, Utah
Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLPis actively seeking a registered Patent Attorney or Agent with a strong electrical engineering and/or computer science background, about 3 to 5 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience in EE and/or CS technologies, and good written communication skills. We are located in downtown Oakland at City Center (short BART ride to San Francisco). We offer immediate exposure to interesting clients, a variety of career path options, and a competitive percentage-based compensation plan to provide you with autonomy and control over your practice.
Tokyo Electron U.S. Holdings, Inc. (TEH), the corporate headquarters entity for TEL in the United States, is seeking a patent attorney. TEH provides shared services support for six TEL subsidiaries located in the United States. The people who power TEH are a group of dedicated professionals committed to the success of our employees and customers.
Responsibilities: • Works with engineers and scientists to extract their inventions and assists them in Invention Disclosure preparation • Works with Patent Evaluation Committees to evaluate inventions for patent protection • Conducts prior art search and evaluates prior art for patentability of inventions • Drafts, files and prosecutes patent applications directly at USPTO • Manages prosecution of patent applications through external IP law firms • Works with Patent Evaluation Committees to decide on maintenance of US patents • Files PCT patent applications directly at USPTO • Files and manages prosecution of foreign national patent applications through associate foreign patent attorneys • Works with Patent Evaluation Committees on foreign filing and foreign patent maintenance decisions • Leads, participates or assists in Due Diligence assignments • Leads, participates or assists in freedom-to-operate, validity and non-infringement analysis • Participates in training engineers and scientists in patent law and procedures
Requirements: • Patent Agent or Patent Attorney with 5 years of direct experience in patent application preparation, filing and prosecution (USPTO Registration Number is required, in case of Patent Attorney JD is also required) • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering (Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering is preferred) • Proven and demonstrable ability to efficiently and independently prepare, file and prosecute patent applications, • Through knowledge of U.S. patent law as applied to patent prosecution (knowledge of patent laws of JP, KR and CN is a plus)
Hodgson Russ LLPseeks an experienced Patent Attorney to join the firm's growing IP practice in its Buffalo, NY office. The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering, will be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and will have at least two years of experience. Industry experience is a plus.
Contact: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter and law school transcript Amy L. Howard at: ahoward@hodgsonruss.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Buffalo, New York
Emergent BioSolutions is seeking an Associate IP Counsel/IP Manager. This position reports to Senior IP Counsel overseeing IP matters for therapeutics programs in the company’s BioScience Division. The principal responsibility of the Associate IP Counsel is to manage preparation and prosecution of patent portfolios covering biotherapeutic product candidates in the company’s pipeline. Must be capable of interacting with company scientific staff, program management, and business professionals in the alliance management and business development functions. Must also be capable of professionally representing the company’s IP interests in interactions with current and prospective business partners. IP due diligence and freedom-to-operate responsibilities include computer-assisted search and investigation of third party patent rights, scientific publications, and biological sequences for purposes of risk identification. The incumbent will be required to travel regularly to other company sites in the U.S. in order to interact directly with scientific staff.
Requirements: J.D. from accredited law school, with B.S. or higher degree in a life science discipline. Must have been registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for at least 5 years. Experienced patent agents will also be considered (in which case job title will be revised to IP Manager). 0-3 years experience as a member of the bar, plus 3-5 years experience as a patent agent handling IP issues in a biopharmaceutical setting, with primary concentration in patent drafting and prosecution. Due diligence experience a plus. Must have strong communication skills and academic credentials. Experience with an established law firm, university tech transfer office, or in-house legal department required. Patent and biomedical database search skills required.
Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC, an established intellectual property law firm in Rockville, MD, is seeking an experienced electrical patent attorney with an advanced degree in electrical engineering or physics. The ideal candidate will have experience in telecommunications technology fields including wired (optical and electrical) and wireless networking technologies and equipment.
Our firm is also seeking an associate, agent or technical writer with a Computer Science or Electrical Engineering degree. Candidate should have 2+ years experience in patent application drafting and prosecution. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials as well as strong organization, writing, and analytical skills.
Both positions will provide the opportunity to work on a wide variety of patent prosecution, opinion, and counseling matters in the electrical arts with quality domestic and foreign clients. U.S. Patent Office experience or familiarity with the USPTO practice is desirable. Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Contact: Interested candidates should send resume, transcripts and writing samples by email to dmr@usiplaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Rockville, Maryland
Hoffmann & Baron, LLPseeks a registered Patent Attorney/Agent with minimum 3-5 years of experience in patent application preparation and prosecution in the technology areas of computers and business methods. Experience in other technology areas also helpful, such as, mechanical and eletromechanical.
Nixon & Vanderhye P.C.seeks experienced registered Associate or Patent Agent, primarily for drafting and prosecuting computer and electronics-related patent applications. Candidates should have strong technical and writing skills and experience drafting and prosecuting U.S. patent applications.
The DuPont Company is looking for experienced (Registered) US Patent Agents to work in our Wilmington, DE, Legal organization. Applicants should have extensive experience in preparing patent applications and in prosecution, as well as an advanced degree or equivalent experience in biochemistry, molecular biology, microbiology or bioengineering.
Specifically, applicants should have experience in preparing and prosecuting biotechnology patent applications under USPTO TC1600, including familiarity with PatentIn, BLAST, FASTA, and VectorNTI. Experience with industrial biotechnology and/or bioengineering is desired. Outstanding communication skills are required for interactions with scientists, attorneys and people in business development, as well as the ability to work proactively to coordinate multiple demands and meet aggressive timelines. Experience in foreign prosecution, developing IP Strategies, and Six Sigma are a plus.
The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Patent Agent to work in its Atlanta, Georgia offices. Reporting to the Patents Manager, the Patent Agent is responsible for assisting Counsel in developing and maintaining the Company’s patent portfolio in support of the Company's business objectives. The individual is responsible for all aspects of the Company's patent procurement activities, working closely and communicating effectively with scientific, technical, legal and business team members in the process. The individual will review invention disclosure submissions, consult key stakeholders to determine the best filing strategy, prosecute and, where necessary, manage prosecution by outside patent counsel in support of that strategy. This individual will support Counsel and/or outside patent counsel in strategic counseling matters, including opinion work and enforcement matters. The individual will play an important role in monitoring competitive activity and patent filings.
Responsibilities: • Assist in the development and implementation of the Company’s global patent strategy • Prepare, including drafting, file, prosecute and maintain US and foreign patent applications working closely with the inventors and in consultation with other key stakeholders • Assist in identifying competitive products/patent portfolios • Support M&A activity involving technology-based companies, when requested • Conduct and interpret prior art searches • Support client counseling, working closely with Counsel and/or outside patent counsel • Supports the invention disclosure process, with emphasis on fit with business strategy • Other responsibilities and key result areas will be assigned as required
Education & Experience: • Bachelor’s degree or graduate degree (in engineering, materials science, organic or polymer chemistry, molecular biology or other relevant technical degree, with minimum 2 (M.S., Ph.D) or 4 (B.S.) years of experience, including with preparing, filing, and prosecuting of patent applications • Registered before the USPTO • Strong knowledge of patent law • Experience with all common IP software • Extensive experience in drafting patent applications and responses in the USPTO • Experience in managing large, foreign patent dockets • Ability to work proactively, multi-task and meet aggressive IP timelines • Outstanding communication and networking skills and the ability to participate in a multidisciplinary team composed of inventors, scientists, attorneys, technical managers, and business development leaders • Ability to work independently and, where appropriate, with supervision provided by an in-house patent manager • The ability to effectively contribute as a team player • Demonstrated creativity and success in strategizing, structuring, and obtaining robust intellectual property protection for specific technology- related products
Functional Expertise: • Strong technical writing and patent drafting skills (min. 10-15 patent applications to draft per year) • Strong understanding (including current and historical knowledge) of products and technical literature and innovation • Superior English written and oral communication skills • Strong research and analysis skills along with an interest in legal issues concerning patents • Training or practical experience with patent classification systems and/or patent search tools (e.g., Innography, Thomson IP) • Understanding and applying procedures, regulations, and policies related to areas of specialized expertise • Utilizes technology-based tools and processes • Continuous learning and development • Customer service and results-oriented
Verenium Corporation, a pioneer and recognized leader in the development and commercialization of high-performance enzymes for use in industrial processes, is seeking a Patent Agent.
Are you an IP professional seeking a new role in a cutting edge, fast-paced green technology company? Is getting involved in the development and implementation of a dynamic R&D company’s patent strategy next in your career development? If so, Verenium has a great opportunity for a dedicated IP Patent Agent!
Verenium’s Patent Agent will report to the Senior Manager, Intellectual Property and will be a pivotal link between the R&D, Business Development and Legal teams. The position requires an individual with strong legal skills and extensive experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Additionally, the Patent Agent will be involved in conducting patent freedom to operate, landscape, validity, and due diligence analyses.
Responsibilities: • File and prosecute US patent applications, including drafting applications, drawings, figures, sequence listings, formal documents, and Office Action responses. • With foreign patent counsel, develop strategy and prepare applications and responses for foreign patent applications. • Work closely with Business Development, Product Managers, and R&D to support mining and drafting of invention disclosures. • With the Senior Manager of Intellectual Property, management team, and outside counsel, develop, support and execute a strategy to proactively strengthen Verenium’s IP portfolio. • Support the preparation of IP-related legal opinions on issues such as freedom to operate, infringement, and validity, as well as perform landscape analyses. • Support patent-related due diligence for commercial transactions, such as collaborations and licensing. • Review and approve publications/presentations to prevent disclosure of confidential information. • Maintain a detailed understanding of Verenium products and technical developments, as well as the patent and technology status of competitors and potential competitors. • Refine and enforce IP policy within Verenium.
Education/Experience: Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. Bachelor’s scientific degree and/or advanced degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or microbiology preferred.
Highly preferred is experience in the biotechnology industry, particularly related to sequence-based patent applications, biocatalysts and biochemical transformations, industrial and commercial application of enzymes, fermentation processes, and bioinformatics.
Critical Competencies: • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the prosecution of patents before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, as well as developing strategies for filings and prosecution of foreign patent applications. • Must have experience in analyzing the patentability of inventions and validity of patents, including the preparation of patent applications, opinions, and the drafting of U.S. patent applications. • Experience with patent appeals, re-examination, re-issue, and interference proceedings is a plus. • Experience in intellectual property litigation is a plus, including experience investigating infringement by third parties and interfacing with outside counsel. • Transactional and contract experience preferred, particularly as it relates to protection of intellectual property and due diligence. • Practical laboratory experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, or a related field is strongly preferred. • Record of providing legal services in a timely, accurate, and professional manner. • Highly motivated, with the ability to proactively organize a heavy workload and demonstrate excellent analytical abilities. • Flexible and proactive approach to problems and demands, with the ability to thrive on challenge and react quickly and positively to a fast-moving and challenging environment. • Proficiency in patent docketing systems; working knowledge of CPI is preferred.
Compensation: Competitive base and bonus based on experience; excellent benefit package.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Diego, California
Verenium harnesses the power of nature and leverages its unique, patented technology to create enzyme products that maximize efficiency while improving environmental performance. We utilize our distinctive R&D capabilities to develop and sell enzymes to a global market.
International IP Law Group (IIPLG) is looking for a patent engineer/agent to assist in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, mostly in the computer and software arts. IIPLG provides a pleasant, flexible work environment, and some telecommuting is possible, based on demonstrated ability to be productive while working remotely. Salary depends on experience.
Responsibilities: Under the direction of a patent attorney: • Analyze technical documents that briefly describe a client’s invention and write a clear, thorough and understandable description of the invention • Analyze technical documents to identify differences between the technology described in the documents and a client’s invention; write a clear and understandable explanation of the differences • Meet with client engineers, scientists and other technologists to discuss and understand specific inventions • Learn and apply relevant legal principles related to protection of inventions in the U.S. patent system
Qualifications: • Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or equivalent • 2-3 years relevant technical experience • No previous legal experience required
Contact: Please email a complete resume with salary history and a writing sample to office@iiplg.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Houston, Texas
Kilyk & Bowersox, P.L.L.C., a law firm located in Warrenton, Va. is seeking an Experienced Biochem/Chem Patent Agent. Must have at least 4 years of solid prosecution experience in the biochem and chemical area (both are required and be talented enough to work in other areas, such as mechanical and designs). Applicant must be capable of creating work product that is suitable to send to clients (duties include preparing patent applications from scratch, review and responding to Office Actions, assisting in preparing legal opinions on patents, and preparing IP agreements). Salary commensurate with experience.
The Sughrue Firm is actively seeking patent agents with degrees in computer science or software related fields. A bachelor's or master's degree in one of these fields is required for consideration. Addtionally, we would prefer that candidates have at least 1 - 2 years of experience drafting software related applications in a law firm or corporate environment. All candidates must provide transcripts and recent writing samples in order to be considered for these openings.
Contact: Please forward all communications to HR@sughrue.com. Sughrue Mion, PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. No 3rd party submissions will be accepted.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Silicon Valley, California
Ice Miller LLP is one of the largest law firms in Indianapolis and is nationally recognized in many of its practice areas. Our Indianapolis office is seeking a patent attorney with 2 plus years of legal experience. A bachelor of science in electrical engineering is preferred. Other intellectual property or business experience is also preferred in the areas of engineering, patent prosecution and technology licensing. Must be admitted to the Patent Bar.
Candidate must excel in team environment and have the personality to develop and implement networking skills both externally and internally. Must be a highly motivated self-starter, with excellent business judgment and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
The successful candidate will perform a broad range of legal functions in Ice Miller's Intellectual Property Practice Group. Attorneys in this group are experienced in patent prosecution in all technological areas, licensing, technology transactions, intellectual property protection and enforcement, and general intellectual property strategies.
Contact: Applicants should have excellent law school and undergrad credentials and references. All applicants must apply online at www.icemiller.com. Please include a resume, law school and undergraduate transcript and references with reference number PO12112.
Addtional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Founded in 1910, the firm has over 230 attorneys with additional offices in Chicago and DuPage County, Illinois; and Washington, D.C. As of January 1, 2012, Ice Miller, LLP will have over 310 lawyers with additional offices in Columbus and Cleveland, Ohio as it completes its combination with the firm of Schottenstein Zox and Dunn Co., LPA.
Sequenom, a biotech company that is dedicated to improving healthcare through revolutionary genetic analysis solutions, is seeking a Patent Agent who will be responsible for managing intellectual property matters (particularly patents and patent applications) and assisting with the strategic direction of the company with respect to its IP portfolio. The ideal candidate will evaluate IP issues, such as patentability and freedom to operate and support as well as draft patent applications and review license agreements with respect to the scope and strength of the licensed IP.
Responsibilities: • Prepare, prosecute, and manage Sequenom’s intellectual property portfolio • Assist with opinions on patent and other intellectual property matters • Perform due diligence and analyses for in-licensing and collaboration opportunities • Review draft manuscripts and other Company literature, such as advertising materials, technical notes, etc. for intellectual property issues • Assist Senior Intellectual Property Attorneys
Requirements: • Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office • 4+ years of relevant experience • Bachelors of Science degree in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, bioinformatics or a similar field is required. Masters of Science or Ph.D. degree highly desired • Strong knowledge of molecular biology, molecular diagnostics and genetics • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Ability to quickly understand and effectively communicate
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: San Diego, California
Sequenom is on the forefront of cutting-edge technologies and ground-breaking clinical diagnostic tests. Headquartered in San Diego, with offices located around the world, we provide the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated scientific leaders while developing and expanding your own career. We know our strength and competitive advantage comes from our people so we strive to maintain a motivated team and an environment that supports diversity, encourages creativity, and most importantly, fosters innovation. Our employees are rewarded with excellent compensation and top-notch benefits. Consider joining the Sequenom team, where you can help make an impact in revolutionizing medical technology.
Steinfl & Bruno, an IP boutique in Pasadena, CA, is seeking a Patent Agent specializing in electronics with 2-3 years patent preparation and prosecution experience. The ideal candidate has a Ph.D. in electrical engineering or related fields. Admission before the USPTO and drafting/prosecution experience required. For more information about our firm, please visit our web site at www.sbpatlaw.com.
An intellectual property law firm located in Northern Virginia, seeks experienced candidates for its patent prosecution practice. Capability in materials-related aspects of semiconductor inventions a must. Versatility in other technical areas a plus such as computer related fields.
Candidates will preferably have capabilities consistent with at least 3 years of experience as an agent or attorney in patent prosecution. The key attributes of a successful candidate for this position are talent, insight and outstanding writing ability.
The firm offers a relaxed environment with a very competitive salary, benefits and bonus structure, and an interstate telecommuting option for the right candidate. The firm’s unique structure provides a fulfilling and rewarding career opportunity for interested applicants.
Kacvinsky LLC is currently seeking lateral associates. Applicants must have 4+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution, a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science and a strong undergraduate and law school record. Excellent work/life balance. Location is negotiable. Virtual offices are acceptable.
Our firm is always looking for outstanding attorneys to join our team. While we prefer applicants with experience in patent preparation and prosecution in the electrical, communications and software arts, we encourage resume submissions by new attorneys with demonstrated records of academic achievement. Must be patent attorney.
Contact: Qualified applicants should send a resume, writing samples (including two published patent applications and two office action responses corresponding to published patent applications), and undergraduate and law school transcripts in confidence to laura@lrdsearch.com. Kacvinsky Daisak PLLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Location is Negotiable
Myers Wolin, LLC, a growing IP Boutique law firm with offices in Morristown, New Jersey and New York City, is seeking a partner-level patent (any technical field) or trademark attorney or small practice group with portables. This position is ideal for someone with a book of business at a firm that is looking for a more favorable location or is in a period of transition.
