Senior Patent Engineer – Small Company – San Francisco, CA

rpxRPX Corporation is the leading provider of patent risk management solutions. Since our founding in 2008, RPX has introduced efficiency to the patent market by providing a rational alternative to litigation. We acquire patent rights in the open market and out of litigation that would otherwise become a costly problem for our clients. The company’s groundbreaking approach combines principal capital, deep patent expertise, and client contributions to generate enhanced patent buying power. We also execute large-scale structured transactions on behalf of our clients, provide litigation insurance, and deliver in-depth market intelligence and strategic advisory services to our growing client network.  Additionally, our wholly-owned subsidiary Inventus Solutions provides top tier e-discovery management services to Fortune 1000 corporations, global law firms, and government agencies.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Large Law Firm – Boise, Idaho

Colby Nipper is seeking patent agents and attorneys of all levels. New graduates are encouraged to apply; we are willing to train. We have a truly excellent reputation with our Fortune 100 clients—Colby Nipper cuts no corners. If you are an exceptional practitioner, or want to learn to become one, please contact us. EEs, CompEs, and graduates of top-twenty law schools are preferred but not required.

Patent Prosecution Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Washington, DC

Wenderoth, Lind & Ponack, L.L.P. is seeking a patent attorney or patent agent with at least one year of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.

Patent Attorney / Agent (Contract) – Law Firm – Telecommute

Shah IP Law, PLLC has an immediate need for 2-3 Patent Agents or Patent Attorneys with at least 2 years of experience in patent preparation, and patent prosecution. Candidates must possess top-notch writing skills, strong analytical abilities, and excellent academic credentials.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Portland, Ore.

klarquistKlarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking lateral patent prosecution associates and patent agents with strong expertise in chemistry (a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry is preferred). Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and preferably at least 2-4 years of experience prosecuting patent applications for chemistry related matters. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.

Associate Patent Attorney/Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – New Providence, N.J.

Botos Churchill IP Law LLP is seeking an attorney or patent agent with 2-4 years of experience with patent prosecution who is independently motivated to succeed both individually and as a member of the BCIP team. Candidates must have a background in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, physics or the like, and have experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Strong computer skills and interpersonal skills are required. Attorney candidates should be admitted in New Jersey, but admission in other jurisdictions will be considered. All candidates must be registered and in good standing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Patent Agent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Telecommute or Tallahassee, Fla.

Pennington, P.A. is full-service law firm, headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida, with offices in Jacksonville, Tampa and Miami. We currently have an opening for a patent agent to work in our growing intellectual property practice either remotely or on-site. Applicants must be licensed by the U.S. Patent Bar to act as either a Patent Agent or Patent Attorney. This position is extremely flexible in terms of hourly requirements, schedule, location and job type (e.g. contract, contract-to-hire, salary position with benefits). Pay is commensurate with experience. Please forward resume and a writing sample including a patent application and a response to a patent office action or appeal brief.

Patent Agent (Biotech) – Large Law Firm – New York, N.Y.

Steptoe, an AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a Patent Agent to join our IP Group in the New York office. Duties include working with clients to identify inventions, assisting attorneys in preparing and prosecuting patent applications, assisting attorneys in patent searching and patent analysis, and providing technical assistance to attorneys in IP litigation and IP transaction. Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal and writing skills, are required. Ideal candidates will have an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, or pharmacology.

Patent Attorney / Agent / Technical Specialist – Law Firm – Boston, Mass.

Caldwell Intellectual Property Law is seeking a patent attorney or registered patent agent to join our action-packed IP practice in our Boston, MA office. Our atmosphere is charged with energy, as we strive to help our clients develop value driven IP portfolios for their exciting, dynamic businesses. We represent some of the most innovative technology companies in the world, and have a unique, collaborative environment focused on quality work and quality down time. We offer excellent salaries, outstanding benefits, and an energizing, professional work environment. All employees are also provided an Equinox gym membership to help promote a healthy work life balance. We are the law firm version of a startup and we are having a lot of fun. Come help us shake things up!

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Denver, Colo.

perkinsThe Denver office of Perkins Coie is seeking a patent agent with two or more years of prosecution experience to join its growing patent prosecution practice. Candidates must have strong academic credentials and excellent references. All candidates must be admitted to the USPTO. Candidates with a background in electrical engineering, computer science, or physics are strongly preferred.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations (Updated Contact Information)

Oliff PLC, a full service IP Law firm with offices in Alexandria, Virginia, Charlotte, North Carolina, and St. Louis, Missouri is seeking Patent Attorneys with a background in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or closely related fields.

Experienced Patent Agent or Attorney – Law Firm – Oakland, Calif.

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP is a growing San Francisco Bay Area (East Bay) patent law firm with over 20 registered patent practitioners and a diverse client base. We are seeking lateral patent agents and patent attorneys with at least two 2 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution. Applicants should have a background in computer software, databases, or electrical engineering, or a graduate degree in chemistry or a bioscience. We have lots of work and seek motivated applicants who want a full-time position and full workload. We offer a percentage-based compensation plan to reward hard-working practitioners. Telecommuting is available. We have a supportive and friendly work environment and a highly trained support staff. Our office is in Oakland near the 12th Street BART station.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Cary, N.C.

Murphy, Bilak & Homiller PLLC (MBH) is boutique intellectual property law firm located in Cary, North Carolina. We have a robust, collaborative practice that focuses on complex technology in the semiconductor, telecommunications, and consumer electronics industries. MBH was ranked #17 in Juristat’s most recent rankings of top U.S. patent firms, which considers both volume and performance.

Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

drinkerDrinker Biddle & Reath LLP is seeking candidates for a Patent Agent position in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office. Candidates must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and should have a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a law firm or at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Candidates with at least a M.S. degree or Doctorate in Biotechnology or Chemistry or laboratory experience are preferred. Qualified candidates should be able to conduct patent searches, assist with patent preparation and prosecution patent applications. Familiarity with and technical experience in the areas in Biotechnology and Chemistry are preferred.

Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – Houston, Texas

Blank Rome is seeking a Patent Agent to support the Firm’s patent prosecution practice, leveraging technical expertise to assist the Firm’s clients in protecting their technology with patents. The Patent Agent will work under the supervision of a licensed patent attorney to draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. This role supports client innovation efforts through active participation in the preparation of patent specifications, including drafting of claims. The Patent Agent assists attorneys in the writing of scientific and technical documents clearly and concisely, conducting legal and technical research using all available resources in support of various patent-related matters.

Patent Agent – Other – Arlington, Va.

Nixon & Vanderhye P.C., a leading Washington, D.C. area intellectual property law firm, seeks a detail-oriented patent agent with experience preparing and prosecuting mechanical-related patent applications to work in its Arlington, VA office.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Small Law Firm – San Jose, Calif. or Telecommute

Invoke IP PC is seeking a patent attorney or agent. Responsibilities include drafting and prosecuting patent applications for innovative Fortune 50 companies, and a few exciting startups. Highly competitive pay based on billed hours that matches big law salary, while providing flexibility with no minimum billable hours.

IP Patent Associate / Agent – Large Law Firm – Charlotte, N.C.

Nexsen Pruet is seeking a highly motivated Patent Associate/Agent to join its growing Intellectual Property Practice Group in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

Snell & Wilmer’s Intellectual Property Group seeks to hire a patent attorney/agent with a graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Organic Chemistry with at least one year of experience in patent prosecution and counseling.  The successful candidate will work with our growing Life Sciences department and others in our Intellectual Property Group and will have opportunities to help develop business.  Arizona Bar or willingness to become admitted to the Arizona Bar (including through reciprocity or on motion)  and USPTO admission required.  Additional Snell & Wilmer locations can be considered commensurate with experience, including Los Angeles, Orange County, Denver and Salt Lake City, with similar bar admission in the corresponding state also required.

Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – Alexandria, Va.

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PCBuchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC has an immediate opening in our Alexandria office for a patent agent with a degree in electrical engineering or computer science. This position requires the ability to think critically, to quickly understand new technologies and to write well. Candidates would preferably have some patent drafting and prosecution experience, but experience is not required. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, drafting patent applications and prosecution of patent applications before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and patent offices around the world. Candidates must be already registered to practice before the USPTO or be willing to sit for the registration exam. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter, resume, and college transcript(s).