Graves Law Office, an IP litigation boutique in west L.A., is seeking a junior to senior level litigation associate with at least one year of experience at a high quality firm, a strong academic background and solid interpersonal skills. Strong interest in patent litigation is a necessity; patent litigation experience is preferred but not required. Congenial environment with a high level practice representing industry leaders in high stakes litigation.
Compensation based on experience, includes medical, dental, vision, retirement plan.
Contact: Interested applicants should contact Danial Lewis at dlewis@graveslawpc.com. Please include job title in response and attach your resume for consideration.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: West Los Angeles, California (Brentwood)
Storm LLP, a nationally renowned intellectual property boutique in Dallas, has Associate and Of Counsel positions available. The ideal candidate would have 5 years of patent litigation experience. This leading boutique specializes in all intellectual property matters and would give the associate great hands-on experience in a fantastic atmosphere. Associates are given significant case responsibility, so litigation experience is very important. USPTO registration is required. There is an immediate need, so apply today. The firm is also interested in Partners with portable business and who want to work in a quality firm.
Contact: For more information, please contact Meredith Foster, Storm LLP, 901 Main Street, Suite 7100, Dallas, TX 75202 or by email to mfoster@stormllp.com. Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Dallas, Texas
Pacific Biosciences (PacBio), headquartered in Menlo Park, CA, is seeking a patent agent. It is a startup biotechnology company developing a transformative single-molecule, real-time (SMRT™) DNA sequencing platform. PacBio’s goal is to commercialize SMRT DNA sequencing technology, eventually enabling sequencing of individual genomes as part of routine medical care. The company is currently venture funded by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Mohr Davidow Ventures, Alloy Ventures, Maverick Capital, and others.
The position involves the preparation and prosecution of patent applications on various aspects of the company’s technology before the USPTO, as well as advising foreign counsel on foreign prosecution. Position will also involve assisting in management of docket, overall portfolio and outside counsel, performing prior art and other searches, and assisting in general administration of legal department.
Requirements: Must be registered to practice before USPTO, and in good standing, with at least three years experience working as patent agent in patent preparation and prosecution.
Must have significant technical background in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics or related fields, including advanced degree (MS or Ph.D.) and/or significant hands-on experience working in a relevant technical field. Must be able to communicate effectively with scientific staff in a variety of technology areas. Experience working in multidisciplinary environment (wet science/engineering/software) highly desirable. Must be self motivating, creative, diligent and have excellent interpersonal skills. Must be capable of effectively managing multiple tasks in efficient and organized manner. Must be able to provide examples of patent work.
The adidas Group is currently looking for a Patent Counsel to manage the Company's patent matters including the provision of counseling and other services to the Company with respect to patent matters.
Responsibilities: • Management of the Company's patent portfolios, including management of the external law firms responsible for the filing and prosecution. • Developing close positive relationships through daily contact with Company technical groups with respect to patent matters. • Patent clearance. • Development of prior art resources. • Patent watching, in particular competitor patents. • Supporting marketing and design departments with respect to patent matters. • Counseling with respect to patent matters. • Management of outside counsel. • Management or support of patent-related litigation including oversight of outside counsel. • Review, preparation and negotiation of contracts including confidentiality agreements and research and development agreements. Supporting the Company's Legal Department on patent matters.
Education & Experience: • Bar admission with 3-5 years law firm and/or in-house experience practicing in patents, including patent prosecution. • Strong preference for mechanical engineering background or experience in patent matters. • Preferably international experience with multinational companies. • Excellent client relations skills (including ability to interact with clients at all levels from most senior to most junior, but especially with Company technical groups). • Business acumen and ability to apply legal expertise in practical context essential. • Excellent written and verbal communications skills required. • Ability to work independently in area of expertise. • Team player. • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
EMBARQ is seeking an intellectual property attorney to help design and manage core processes for building and protecting the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including managing outside patent counsel on issues related to patent preparation and prosecution. Will require interaction with senior management to communicate legal advice. Will consult on and sometimes direct legal matters with respect to the company’s purchase of complex solutions and services that may involve significant legal exposure for the company or have a substantial impact on operations. Expected to carry out assignments, such as preparation of legal documents and written communication of legal advice, under minimum supervision from a Senior Attorney or other attorney with primary responsibility for a project or a task.
Requirements: • J. D. and admission to the bar of at least one state. • At least three years of significant experience in patent preparation and prosecution and advising clients with respect to intellectual property issues.
Preferred candidate will have excellent academic credentials, including law review participation. Must have demonstrated competence in the relevant areas of legal practice and have shown the ability to achieve required results. Should perform all tasks with minimal supervision.
Contact: To submit a resume for immediate consideration, qualified applicants may go to www.embarq.com/careers, select “career opportunities,” search for job # 0004483, select the “counsel” link and apply online.
EMBARQ is proud to be an EEO/AA employer. We value diversity and maintain a drug-free workplace.
At EMBARQ we believe in investing in our employees. Strong benefits and salary packages, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of performance incentives are only the beginning.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Overland Park, Kansas
Be an integral part of the action and grow with us as we lead the communications industry into the future. Together, we make it greener on our side. So take command of your career: Submit your interest today.
Jenkins, Wilson, Taylor & Hunt, P.A., a patent boutique law firm located in the heart of North Carolina and the Research Triangle Park area, is seeking a patent attorney. Our target candidate must have a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 2-4 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution. USPTO registration is required.
We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefit package along with the opportunity to work with research universities and technology driven corporations.
Contact: If you meet the criteria and desire to work with quality clients and attorneys, please send your resume to our hiring partner, Gregory Hunt at: ghunt@jenkinswilson.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Durham, North Carolina
Invention Law Group, PLLC seeks a highly skilled, motivated and experienced patent attorney to provide support to its patent prosecution group.
Intellectual Ventures (“IV”) is a privately held, invention investment company based in Bellevue, Washington. Founded in 2000, IV’s business model centers on creating, acquiring and licensing intellectual property in a variety of technology areas. IV plans to commercialize inventions through licensing, spin-offs, joint ventures and industry partnerships.
Qualifications: • J.D. degree from high-quality, ABA accredited law school • Undergraduate degree in EE, Physics, or Computer Science • Admission to Washington or other state bar • Admission to practice before US Patent and Trademark Office • At least four years experience as practicing patent attorney, with primary emphasis on patent prosecution in electrical arts • Ability to lead and manage a fast moving dynamic team • Excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills a must
Responsibilities: • Assisting in strategic management of existing portfolio of issued patents and on-going prosecution of pending cases • Evaluating potential licensing value, technical merit, and patentability/validity of invention disclosures, patent applications and patents • Reviewing and evaluating the quality, cost-effectiveness and scope of work performed by outside patent counsel • Assisting in developing and implementing portfolio analysis and tracking tools to build infrastructure and enable efficient scaling of work for rapidly growing portfolio • Managing docketing team to ensure accurate entry of patent information • Managing staff of Paralegals and Patent Assistants responsible for researching and evaluating patent file histories and title assignments for patent due diligence
Desired Experience: • Due diligence investigations of patent portfolios • Foreign prosecution • In-house experience or other experience managing outside counsel • Broad technical or business knowledge of software, eCommerce, computer systems, semiconductors, telecommunications or consumer electronics.
Make a difference as an Attorney in the Microsoft Patent Group as Microsoft builds an in-house team for preparation and prosecution of patent applications. Use your depth of experience in patent preparation and prosecution to craft a relevant and valuable patent portfolio for various Microsoft business divisions. Enjoy a stimulating, fast-paced environment and make an impact on Microsoft’s future as one of the earlier in-house attorneys in this new practice.
Responsibilities: • Work closely with in-house Division Patent Attorneys for the relevant business divisions to understand business and technical objectives and to assist in the development of a patent strategy. • Prepare and prosecute patent applications, working closely with engineers and others to obtain appropriate scope of protection. • Work with other team members to define and build internal processes.
Qualifications: J.D. from an ABA accredited law school, BS or MS in CS or EE, excellent academic credentials, USPTO admission, At least 5-7 years of law practice experience in patent preparation and prosecution required, international experience a plus. Opinion work (invalidity/non-infringement), licensing, litigation and/or advanced technical degree a plus. Significant computer industry experience, technical and legal, is highly desirable. Law firm background preferred.
Shimokaji & Associates, P.C., an intellectual property law firm in Irvine, California, seeks attorney for Business Development and Patent Prosecution position. Position can be business development only or a combination of business development and case work. This position will be responsible for developing new business in litigation and patent prosecution areas by establishing, maintaining and growing relationships with key decision-makers at medium to large size corporations.
Qualified candidate must have experience in patent prosecution with a technology background (minimum 10 years preferred). Experience as corporate counsel a plus. Ideal candidate must possess excellent communication skills and be professional, charismatic, and self-motivated. Prior business development experience preferred.
Position requires the ability to prospect via phone, email or other medium, face-to-face sales calls, interaction with clients and potential clients at networking events, and the ability to work independently and as a team player.
Business development position (without case work) will pay a temporary salary and then convert to a commission only pay structure after a specified time.
Contact: Interested applicants should please send cover letter and resume to sbowen@shimokaji.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Irvine, California
Edell, Shapiro & Finnan is seeking an associate with 2+ years of experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications in electrical arts. Candidates should possess a degree in electrical engineering, strong writing skills. Familiarity with USPTO practices and prior experience in engineering are desirable. Pleasant work environment, competitive benefits and great work/life balance atmosphere.
Contact: Interested applicants should please email dmr@usiplaw.com or direct postal responses to:
Legal Administrator Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC 1901 Research Blvd., Suite 400 Rockville, MD 20850 Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Rockville, Maryland
NAVTEQ is currently looking for a Patent Attorney (6957) in Chicago, Ill. NAVTEQ is the leading provider of digital map data for Vehicle Navigation, Internet & Wireless applications and Enterprise Solutions. Cutting edge applications such as these are part of a growing set of applications that enhance consumer's access to information while they are mobile. We have coined the term 'informed mobility' to represent this emerging need.
NAVTEQ data is used in virtually all of the leading navigation systems in both North America and Europe. Our customers rely on NAVTEQ digital map information for use in their applications based on its accuracy, detail and completeness.
Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain company patent applications, trade secrets, trademarks, copyrights, licensing and research agreements, publications and intellectual property aspects of contracts and agreements • Prepare legal opinions and analysis of patents; reviews and drafts significant corporate legal documents • Evaluate the validity of industry patents and company product clearance • Responsible for pre-patent filing review, providing legal advice to the company concerning the patent viability of its inventions and the advisability of filing patent applications covering the company’s inventions • Provide other general legal advice and represents the company in matters relating to intellectual property law • 3 to 5 years patent-related experience, law firm or in-house
Requirements: • Admission to Patent Bar and JD required • Admission to Illinois State Bar preferred • Technical degree required (EE or CS preferred) • Knowledge and understanding of, and on-hands experience in, patent law, as well as other areas of intellectual property • Able to understand and quickly grasp different areas of technology; able to analyze patents in a practical way • Excellent communication, business judgment, problem solving, negotiation, drafting and follow-through skills • Able to determine and execute appropriate action/solutions to legal and business issues • Ability to communicate articulately and persuasively with different levels of the organization, including engineering community and management • Must be a team player and able to develop and maintain strong relationships • Must be able to manage wide variety of tasks simultaneously
Contact: To submit a resume for immediate consideration, qualified applicants may e-mail resumes to careers-corp6@navteq.com and reference requisition number 6957.
NAVTEQ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Chicago, Illinois
Trading Technologies (TT) is currently seeking a driven and talented Patent Lawyer or Agent to assist with its continually growing practices in electronic and software-related technologies.
Are you interested in being part of the passion fueling the tremendous growth of high-speed electronic trading? Trading Technologies develops high-performance trading software for derivatives professionals, including international banks, brokers, hedge funds and other trading institutions. TT’s patented X_TRADER® order-entry platform, named “Innovation of the Year” and “Best Buy-Side Commodities Trading Platform” in 2007, drives over 50% of the top five futures exchanges’ electronic trading volume. TTNET™, TT's fully managed hosting solution, delivers maximum system stability and lightning-fast trade execution via hubs located close to the major international exchanges. Headquartered in Chicago, TT maintains a global presence with offices in North America, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.
Responsibilities: • Help to strategically build a patent portfolio. • Work closely with our Engineering, R&D and Product Management departments. • Generate new disclosures. • Prosecute and file new patent applications. • Work with outside counsel on prosecution matters. • Work on Patent acquisition projects. • Monitor and evaluate industry patents. • Assist with litigation/licensing as needed. • Provide other general legal advice.
Requirements: • At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and/or Computer Science. • Admission to a state bar and the Patent Bar. • 2+ years of demonstrated prosecution experience as a Patent Lawyer or Patent Agent, with preferably extensive experience in the area of computer software. • Experience prosecuting patent applications filed in the business method art unit is a plus. • Experience dealing with IP issues in a multi-cultural environment and working with law firms outside the U.S. • In-house and outside counsel experience is a plus. • Experienced, creative, confident, well organized, and a self-starter. • Effective communication skills.
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, and free breakfast and beverages are just some of the benefits of working at TT.
TT is looking for candidates that put forth a serious effort for a serious reward!
Santangelo Law Offices, P.C. is an innovative intellectual property law firm. We are ideally located in Fort Collins, Colorado at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. If you have superior academic credentials and experience in the area of intellectual property, this is an opportunity to consider. Ideal candidates would be admitted to or have the qualifications to be admitted before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, several years industry experience, and an ability to work positively and supportively with people.
We are driven to provide exceptional service to help our clients achieve their goals. If you have this attitude, we offer an outstanding work and living environment, a personal attention to your growth, opportunities to work on internationally demanding projects, and the opportunity to join a nationally known, thriving practice. To qualify you must have the skills necessary for client contact, enjoy working with a variety of technologies, and genuinely respect creative businesses and individuals.
Contact: For consideration, send resume, transcripts (legal and technical), and writing samples to:
Santangelo Law Offices, P.C. 125 South Howes Street, Third Floor Fort Collins, CO 80521 www.idea-asset.com
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Davidson Berquist Jackson & Gowdey, LLP is seeking an attorney with 1-3 years of experience and an Electrical or a Computer Engineering degree. The position includes patent drafting, responding to office actions and litigation support for mostly domestic clients. Contact: Please send a copy of your resume to mcasey@dbjg.com or call Michael Casey at 703-894-6406.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Arlington, Virginia
Withrow & Terranova, PLLC is an IP boutique law firm located in Cary, North Carolina in close proximity to Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the Research Triangle Park area. We are seeking registered patent attorneys and agents with at least 0-3 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience to assist with our thriving and continually growing practices in electronics, semiconductors, and communications technologies. A B.S. degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering is required. Engineering work experience is a plus although not required. Compensation is very competitive and production based.
Contact: If you meet these criteria and wish to explore joining our dynamic and growing firm, please send your resume in confidence to: Steve Terranova, Withrow & Terranova, PLLC, 100 Regency Forest Drive, Suite 160, Cary, NC 27518 or sterranova@withrowterranova.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Cary, North Carolina
The Kansas City office of Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP is seeking several associates in patent prosecution to join their Intellectual Property Section. The ideal candidate will possess a technical background, USPTO license (or eligibility) and 3-5 years experience. Candidates must have a strong academic record from a nationally respected law school and an equally impressive undergraduate degree. SHB offers a solid history and a proven reputation of excellence, with a support team of complex, science-intensive specialists.
Contact: To join this excellent group of attorneys, please send your resume and law school transcript to Colleen Liesmann, Director of Legal Recruiting, at Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP, 2555 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, Missouri, 64108-2613; e-mail to cliesmann@shb.com; or, fax to her attention at 816.421.5547.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Well-known Atlanta-based international consumer goods manufacturing company seeks Intellectual Property Attorney with 5+ years experience in IP Matters including IP Patent & Trademark Portfolio management to act as IP Counsel with company wide responsibility for all Domestic & International IP issues.
Responsibilities include Portfolio Management, Licensing, Advertising review and management of all outside IP litigation matters. A manufacturing and/or engineering background is helpful.
Contact: For more information, contact Richard Rice at The Partners Group: RRice@partners-group.com. Or call 404-221-9956. www.partners-group.com. Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia
InterDigital is seeking a patent counsel. You will be responsible for managing and developing portions of InterDigital's global patent portfolio including the following:
• Manage outside attorney resources involved in day to day prosecution to ensure the highest quality of InterDigital's patent portfolio. • Implement IP strategies which enhance the portfolio and support InterDigital's product and licensing business. • Conduct claim chart analyses to support claim drafting and licensing/litigation efforts. • Support and may participate in licensing negotiations with prospective licensees. • Perform IP due diligence in connection with prospective acquisitions. • Other duties may be assigned as required.
Qualifications: • Minimum three years patent/legal experience. • JD degree and member in good standing of at least one state bar • BS (or higher) degree in electrical engineering, electronics, or other technology area relevant to InterDigital's business. • Registered to practice before the USPTO. • Work experience in the field of cellular communications and/or IEEE 802 related fields a plus Contact: Applicants can apply online at http://www.interdigital.com or send their resume to Recruit@interdigital.com. Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Intellectual Ventures Legal Services is looking for a Patent Attorney to support our Prosecution team. We are looking for an individual who loves fast-paced business action, has attention to detail, is independently motivated and has the confidence and ability to interface with clients and co-workers in a professional, approachable and positive manner.
Requirements: • Admission to practice before US Patent and Trademark Office • J.D. degree from high-quality, ABA accredited law school • Degree in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering or similar • Some medical device patent experience helpful • Strong prosecution fundamentals • Minimum 2 years patent prosecution experience • Must work well in a team environment
Job Duties: • Preparation and prosecution of patent applications in a variety of technology areas, many of which involve emerging areas • Work directly with inventors from conception through issuance • The environment is challenging and rewarding
Contact: Interested applicants should contact us at jobs@intven.com. Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Bellevue, Washington
Graves Law Office, an IP litigation boutique in west L.A., is seeking a junior to senior level litigation associate with at least one year of experience at a high quality firm, a strong academic background and solid interpersonal skills. Strong interest in patent litigation is a necessity; patent litigation experience is preferred but not required. Congenial environment with a high level practice representing industry leaders in high stakes litigation. 
