Connolly Bove Lodge & Hutz, an IP and Business Law firm consistently ranked among the top US firms in patent litigation, seeks to expand in LA by adding lateral partners with significant patent and/or trademark litigation experience. Competitive compensation to be negotiated in view of levels of first/second chair litigation experience and portable business.
Contact: Interested candidates should contact Jean M. Hadley at jhadley@cblh.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Los Angeles, California
Warner Norcross & Judd LLP, a full-service law firm of 220 attorneys with six offices in Michigan, seeks patent attorneys for its Southfield and Sterling Heights offices. The ideal candidates would possess significant experience (6 years minimum) in order to develop and build our patent practice on the east side of the state. Some book of business and contacts in the area are required. We are open to all technical backgrounds (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Chemical and Biotech).
Please visit our firm’s web site at www.wnj.com to learn more about us, our Technology and Intellectual Property Group and its members. In that site, you will learn that:
• We are one of the 200 largest law firms in the U.S. We provide expertise in virtually all areas of the law. • Over half of our partners are listed in the 2009 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. • We rank #1 in Michigan with the highest number of lawyers listed in several major practice areas. • We are ranked by Chambers USA Guide as one of the leading law firms in several areas of the law. • Six Warner Norcross partners are ranked among the top 100 Michigan Super Lawyers by Law and Politics magazine, a publication that identifies the top attorneys in each state as chosen by their peers. A total of 46 Warner Norcross partners are rated as Super Lawyers in Michigan. • Warner Norcross was one of only two firms in Michigan named “most tech savvy,” according to a survey of more than 200 general counsel at Global 1000 companies. • More than 65% of our partners are peer rated at the highest level (AV) by Martindale-Hubbell. • We are one of only two firms in Michigan (and the only one in the Detroit area) to be rated one of America’s Greatest Places To Work With A Law Degree (Author Kimm Walton; published by Harcourt Brace.) Contact: Interested candidates should send a cover letter, job history, resume and undergraduate and law school transcripts to Cathleen Dubault, Director of Lawyer Recruitment, at cdubault@wnj.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Detroit, Michigan
The Deer Park facility of Continental is seeking a highly motivated, registered patent agent with at least 5 years experience to add to its Patent and Licensing Group. You will work with patent attorneys, engineers, patent agents and business units to manage a patent portfolio, manage a patent review committee, prepare, file and prosecute patent applications and assist with other work, including opinions, agreements, managing outside IP counsel and litigation support. The work includes an interesting mix of automotive technologies and clients. Collegial atmosphere provides a great work environment and an opportunity to grow. Admission to the patent bar required.
The patent agent will report to the Head of Patent and Licenses and assist patent agents in the Deer Park office, and may also fill in for other Conti locations. Requirements: • Extensive knowledge of USPTO and PCT rules, regulations, forms; ability to perform research in the MPEP and to share knowledge with and train others. Former USPTO examiner or law firm experience is desirable. • Experience should include drafting and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications, conducting product clearances and patentability searches. Some experience with trademarks and IP-related agreements, such as non-disclosure, licensing, consultant, and joint development agreements would be helpful. • Strong verbal and written communication skills that adhere to the Continental's collegial and respectful interpersonal communications policy. • Must be flexible and able to work independently under tight deadlines, handle multiple tasks, work collaboratively, think creatively, take initiative and respond quickly to changing priorities. • Able to work in a collaborative teamwork style work environment and be willing to assist/support others. • Strong computer skills including a ability to actively learn and utilize software including, Microsoft Office, the USPTO's EFS, and an IP docket management database (CPA preferred). • Bachelors Degree in an Engineering discipline preferred with a minimum of 5 years of patent prosecution experience and working on U.S. and foreign patent filings.
Dalina, an intellectual property law firm representing innovative high-technology companies, is looking for a Patent Agent with a strong technical background in computer science or electrical engineering.This is an excellent opportunity to join an entrepreneurial environment and work closely with experienced practitioners. We offer excellent salaries and the ability to practice in an informal and collegial atmosphere.
Candidates must be able to work with inventors and firm attorneys as needed to: • Take invention disclosures and author patent applications within a specified time constraint (generally 15-35 hours depending on complexity). This requires an ability to quickly comprehend and write about varying types of technological advances. • Author office action responses and prior art searches through review of prior art to identify key differences between the prior art and an invention and then prepare arguments within 8-15 hours articulating these differences in a compelling and clearly presented matter. • Review documents received from the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), determine the due date by which action is required and flawlessly assist with maintenance of the firm's document tracking and deadline database. An ability to be exceedingly detail oriented is a must. • Meet or exceed the firm’s monthly billable hour requirement of 150/hours by tracking and entering all time spent on client matters on a daily basis. • Document and follow the firm’s docketing procedures within 3 months of your start date. • Review file wrappers and if necessary prepare an Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) Prior patent experience and a USPTO registration are preferred, but not essential. Candidates willing to become registered before the USPTO will also be considered.
Brookhaven National Laboratory is a nonprofit research and development institution whose purpose is to advance ideas and knowledge through a multidisciplinary program of basic and applied research. Our Legal Office has a full time opportunity for a Chief Intellectual Property Counsel.
The Chief Intellectual Property Counsel directs the activities of the Intellectual Property Legal Support Group within the Office of the General Counsel in all functions relating to identifying, evaluating, reporting and protecting discoveries and inventions developed by or contributed by Laboratory personnel. The group currently consists of a senior patent attorney and a paralegal.
Responsibilities include formulating Laboratory policy relating to intellectual property matters. The Chief Intellectual Property Counsel will oversee and participate in the identification of patentable intellectual property, the development of outside patentability and patent drafting contracts, discussions with inventors, web searches for identifying markets and customers, development of patent scope and preparation of patent applications. They will also oversee the patent prosecution work conducted by outside patent counsel and represent BNL with Patent Office Examiners. Additional responsibilities include providing guidance to management regarding most promising research and developing patent prosecution strategies; and providing legal advice on transactional matters including licensing and sponsored research contracts.
Requirements: • A Juris Doctorate – JD • 10 years of progressively responsible legal experience in the field of intellectual property • Strong managerial and communication skills, particularly writing and negotiating • Admission to at least one state bar, NY state preferred, and admission to USPTO • Extensive knowledge and experience in legal matters pertaining to the protection of intellectual property • Familiarity with the technologies at BNL that lend themselves to patenting • Government contracting experience preferred • Must be a U.S. Citizen
At Brookhaven National Laboratory we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes but is not limited to: • Medical Plans • Vacation • Holidays • Dental Plans • Life Insurance • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Plan • On site Child Development Center, Swimming Pool, Weight room ,Tennis Courts, and many other employee perks and benefits
Contact: We invite you to consider Brookhaven National Laboratory for employment. To be considered for this position, apply online at www.bnl.gov and click Jobs, then click Search Job List and search for job #14802.
Brookhaven National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer committed to work force diversity.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Other Job Location: Upton, New York (Long Island)
Sheppard Mullin, an AmLaw 100 firm with over 500 attorneys practicing in eleven offices, seeks an associate with a minimum of 4 years experience for its Intellectual Property practice group in the Washington D.C. office. Experience in both patent prosecution and patent litigation required. Advanced degree in the life sciences disciplines highly preferred. Breadth of work will include prosecution, litigation, and counseling of domestic and international clients focused on technological developments in molecular biology, pharmaceuticals, bioinformatics, pharmaceutical small molecules, diagnostics, and medical methodologies and devices. Excellent academic credentials and active bar membership required. Sheppard Mullin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Principals only.
Contact: Please send cover letter, resume and law school transcripts to:
Emily Busse Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton Manager of Legal Recruiting and Professional Development 1300 I St. NW 11th floor East Washington, DC 20005 ebusse@sheppardmullin.com
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Washington D.C.
Given Imaging is seeking a patent attorney/agent to start working immediately. Given Imaging is redefining the field of gastrointestinal (GI) diagnosis by developing, producing and marketing innovative, patient-friendly products for detecting GI disorders. Given Imaging pioneered PillCam capsule endoscopy and today offers a range of PillCam video capsules and related products.
Responsibilities: • Proactive patent portfolio management including building, implementing, and managing the patent portfolio • Working directly with inventors from the company's R&D department • Drafting patent applications in a broad range of technological disciplines • Conducting prosecution of patent applications worldwide • Providing IP-related support to internal clients • Reporting to the company's Director of Intellectual Property
Qualifications: • Registration to practice before the Israeli Patent Office, the USPTO and/or the EPO • 3-6 years of experience as a patent agent or attorney with primary emphasis on working directly with inventors and drafting patent applications, preferably in the medical device area • Candidates with extensive experience in conducting freedom to operate analyses, patent landscaping, and in understanding patent families in multiple jurisdictions will be preferred • While qualified candidates of all technical disciplines will be considered, backgrounds in electrical, communication, and optical engineering will be preferred •The ideal candidate is a prolific and clear analyst and writer •Written and spoken fluency in English •Highly web-savvy •Minimal travel
Contact: Interested applicants should contact us at: jobs@givenimaging.com. Additional Info : Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Yoqneam, Israel
Morrison & Foerster is seeking patent prosecution attorneys in the Los Angeles office. They will handle cases involving electronics, semiconductor, electromechanical and software technologies. This includes counseling and litigation regarding issues of infringement and validity, regular participation in patent prosecution, and in appeal, reissue and reexamination proceedings. Additionally, several attorneys handle litigation issues concerning the mechanical arts, telecommunications, Internet, electronics hardware, licensing of patents, and corporate transactional matters involving intellectual property.
The Los Angeles office has immediate openings for patent prosecution associates with up to four years experience in patent law to join our growing patent prosecution practice. Candidates should have a technical background in the area of electrical engineering or computer science/engineering and have excellent academic credentials. We prefer an individual who has passed the patent bar and has substantial prosecution experience. Academic or work experience in LCD and/or mobile telephone technologies is a plus. We welcome any litigation or transactional experience. We are willing to pay relocation costs.
Contact: Attorney Recruiting Morrison & Foerster LLP 555 W. Fifth Street, Suite 3500 Los Angeles, CA 90013 Fax: (213) 892-5454 Email: LAAttyRecruit@mofo.com
How to Apply: Online at www.mofomojo.com; Via Email to LAAttyRecruit@mofo.com; By Mail to Nisha Pecolatto at Morrison & Foerster LLP, 555 W. Fifth Street, Suite 3500, Los Angeles, CA 90013; By Fax to (213) 892-5454.
Morrison & Foerster is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Los Angeles, California
Coloplast, founded in 1957 and listed on the Copenhagen Stock Exchange in 1983, is seeking a Senior Patent Counsel. We develop, manufacture and market medical devices and services to improve the quality of life of the users of our products. In September 2007, we employed more than 7,000 people.This position supports the Surgical Urology business. The Senior Patent Counsel will be responsible for all in-house patent preparation and prosecution.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Position will have a strong emphasis on in-house patent preparation and prosecution • Will assist Director and Chief Patent Counsel with client counseling, freedom to operate opinions, patentability assessments, licensing, due diligence, and related matters • Assist in properly acquiring and managing intellectual property from external sources • Proactive patent portfolio management including building, implementing, and managing the patent portfolio
Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school • Registered patent attorney, admitted to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office • Admitted to practice in at least one state and eligible for admission in Minnesota • 2-5 years of experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications, preferably in the medical device area • Possess strong business focus and ability to develop cross-functional partnerships • Technical degree required (mechanical engineering, physics, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering) (preferred) • Previous corporate experience (preferred, but not required) • Strong writing skills • Self-motivated / self-directed • Travel - minimal
Contact: If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your resume to usmnjobs@coloplast.com. Please note, if you send your resume to anyone other than usmnjobs@coloplast.com, it could result in a delay in the process.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Coloplast has three product areas: • Ostomy care products for people whose intestinal outlet has been surgically rerouted through the abdominal wall • Urology and continence care products for people with problems in the urinary system or in the male reproductive system • Dressings for the treatment of chronic wounds and skin care products for prevention and treatment.
Our recruiting efforts are focused on identifying the best possible individuals who share our commitment to our core values, some of which include: • We are customer driven • We are quality conscious in all that we do • We have a fair and respectful management style • We are always learning and sharing new ideas • And most importantly, we have passion for our business
A growing IP litigation firm seeks a patent attorney with significant litigation experience for its Reston, Virginia, office. Technical background in electrical engineering (communications) is preferred. We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package based on experience and qualifications. We also offer partnership opportunities for highly qualified candidates.
Contact: Please send resume in confidence to Human Resources at hr@echelaw.com. Please include Reston Attorney in the subject line.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Reston, Virginia
Andrews Kurth LLP has a position available in its downtown Houston office for a partnership track associate patent attorney. Candidates should possess excellent academic credentials with a preferred undergraduate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Ideal candidate would have 0-3 years of experience prosecuting patent applications in the field of oilfield tools and services. Candidates should be admitted to practice before the PTO. Practice includes all phases of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. Competitive salary and benefits.
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc., seeks a Technology Specialist to join our Intellectual Property team. The position will involve working closely with scientists and management to secure intellectual property for inventions worldwide. The position requires drafting and prosecuting patent applications, patent and literature database searching, reviewing and evaluating new invention disclosures and supervising scientific notebook documentation process.
Responsibilities: • Prepare, file and prosecute patent applications worldwide. • Coordinate with and oversee outside counsel in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications. • Communicate with inventors in the preparation, filling and prosecution of patent applications. • Conduct patentability assessments. • Support intellectual property opinion work and landscaping efforts. • Conduct intellectual property training sessions for in-house personnel. • Participate in due diligence with in-house and outside counsel to evaluate IP portfolios. • Supervise scientific notebook documentation process.
Qualifications: • 2-5 years of in-house or law firm experience in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, freedom-to-operate, and validity and infringement analysis in the chemical sciences. • Undergraduate degree in chemistry with a strong preference for an advanced degree in organic/nucleic acid chemistry. • Preferably licensed to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. • Excellent writing, analytical and communication skills. • Familiarity with scientific and intellectual property databases and use of the same. • Organized, independent, detailed oriented, capable of working under pressure and on multiple tasks. • Enthusiastic and works well in a team environment.
Contact: To apply, please visit www.alnylam.com/careers. Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is committed to a diverse workplace.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
Intellectual Ventures (“IV”) is looking for a Patent Development Manager (Agent/Attorney) to work in Bangalore, India. 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 pure invention in a variety of technology areas. IV plans to commercialize inventions through licensing, spin-offs, joint ventures and industry partnerships.
Responsibilities: • 3+ years experience as a patent agent or attorney with primary emphasis on working directly with inventors and drafting patent applications • Degree in biophysics, biomedical, electrical engineering or computer science • USPTO Registration
Requirements: • Reviewing invention disclosures • Coming up to speed quickly on specific technology and background art relevant to inventions • Scheduling and conducting interviews with inventors • Preparing comprehensive disclosure documents with draft claims • Coordinating follow up and review of draft patent applications between outside counsel and inventors • Willing to relocate to Bangalore, India
Godfrey & Kahn, S.C., a general business practice firm with over 185 attorneys, has an excellent opportunity for an associate with two to four years experience to join our Intellectual Property practice area in the Milwaukee office.
The ideal candidate will have an electrical or mechanical engineering background with at least 2 years experience and already be admitted to the patent bar. The successful candidate will also have excellent academic credentials and the ability to assist in litigation, prepare and prosecute trademark and patent applications, support corporate transactions, and draft and negotiate technology agreements.
We offer an excellent benefit package, competitive compensation commensurate with experience, and challenging work opportunities.
Contact: Please send resume, transcripts and cover letter in confidence to:
Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. 780 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Kelly S. Conrardy Director of Attorney Recruiting & Retention E-mail: kconrardy@gklaw.com
Only direct submissions will be accepted for this position.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
SPONSORED LISTING: National firm seeks Senior IP Litigator...
National Firm seeks Senior IP Litigator or group with proven track record of successful IP litigation. Top compensation, strong support and superb client list.
Contact: For consideration, please send resume and information in confidence to us at jobs@patentlyo.com. Use "Sponsored Listing" in the subject line.
A leading Japanese intellectual property firm located in Nagoya, Japan, seeks a US attorney having a Juris Doctor (J.D.) with admission to a state bar and registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for overseeing our foreign prosecution, providing opinions concerning US patents, provided advice/support on litigation and transactional matters, updating our Japanese attorneys on current U.S. practice and legal decisions, general advice concerning copyright/trademark matters, and other legal advice.
Nagoya is the capital of Aichi prefecture where the headquarters of Toyota Motor Corporation exists, and therefore much of our work focuses on supporting the Toyota group companies. Preferred candidates will have at least 2-5 years of experience working in a law firm or in-house with significant prosecution experience. A degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is preferred, although other disciplines will be considered. The candidate is not required to speak Japanese. A minimum 2-year contract is required. Salary will be negotiated based upon work experience.
Google is seeking an IP Litigation Counsel. Google Legal a close-knit team of lawyers and legal professionals who operate on a truly global stage. We take pride in working for a company with a clear mission ("to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful") and a real soul ("don't be evil"). Google's innovative services raise challenging legal questions that demand creative and practical answers. We work at the crossroads of new technologies and existing laws to provide those answers, helping Google build innovative and important products for our users around the world.
As an IP Litigation Counsel, you will assist with general litigation matters, specifically the area of third party disputes and lawsuits involving intellectual property issues such as patent, trademark and copyright litigation. You are an experienced attorney with a technical background such as a computer or electrical engineering or computer science degree (USPTO admission is a plus).
In this role you will have significant interaction with almost all business areas of Google, such as Product Management, Engineering, Corporate Communications, Human Resources and Sales. As a prominent and dynamic global company, Google faces many novel legal issues. You should enjoy navigating uncharted waters in a role that will provide opportunities to help establish the precedents that will govern this space.
Responsibilities: • The Litigation Counsel will work closely with our litigation team, as well as various Legal group members having substantive knowledge relevant to particular disputes. • The Litigation Counsel will be responsible for determining dispute resolution strategies, as well as developing the infrastructure required to prevent disputes from arising. • The Litigation Counsel will work with outside counsel to manage lawsuits that may evolve from these third party disputes.
Requirements: • JD degree with excellent academic credentials or equivalent experience. • 3-8 years litigation experience. • Broad based litigation experience, including intellectual property and technology matters. • Significant experience with strategically addressing legal complaints. • Extensive experience with (and understanding of) the online industry. • Strong interpersonal and team skills and sense of humor required. • Ability to respond to questions/issues spontaneously.
Contact: For immediate consideration, please apply at this URL.
About Google: Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people around the world with information every day. Founded in 1998 by Stanford Ph.D. students Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Google today is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program, which is the largest and fastest growing in the industry, provides businesses of all sizes with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users. Google is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information, visit http://www.google.com/about.html
Google is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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Additional Information: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Mountain View, California
Apple seeks to hire a patent portfolio manager to assist in developing and maintaining the company’s patent portfolio, with an emphasis on software. The successful candidate is a registered patent attorney with a minimum of 4 years experience in patent preparation, prosecution and management. A degree in physics, EE, or CS required. Computer industry experience desirable.
The successful candidate will work with the IP team to develop and implement patent strategy; work with engineering and other business organizations to understand business priorities and challenges and incorporate those into strategy; assist with activities related to the development and generation of patent applications; provide guidance regarding the patentability of inventions under review; assign and manage work performed by outside law firms; review applications prepared by outside counsel; and provide technical and legal commentary to ensure overall application quality. This position may also participate in tasks supporting acquisition due diligence, IP licensing, litigation and standards activities.
Contact: For additional information or to apply for this position, please click here.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Cupertino, California
Ultradent is seeking an in-house patent attorney based out of our headquarters. The successful candidate will focus on patent prosecution and opinion work, including analysis of infringement and enforcement situations. He/she will be responsible for management and maintenance of our patent portfolio. Integration and close interaction with our R&D department will be required.
Requirements: Candidates must have 5+ years of solid patent prosecution experience. A background in science is required (chemistry background is preferred.) Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate degree. Candidates must also be admitted to the bar of at least one State in the United States and must be admitted to the patent bar. The successful candidate must have an ethos of excellence and honesty /integrity, and be a team player.
Candidates will enjoy a 40 hour work week, great benefits, and an excellent work lifestyle.
The Quine Intellectual Property Law Group, P.C. has an opening for a Patent Attorney in our Alameda, California, office. Our firm has been in business for approximately ten years and our clients include both small and large biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, as well as a variety of institutional clients. This position provides an excellent opportunity to work as part of a highly collegial group of experienced patent practitioners.
Minimum Requirements: • Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Molecular Biology or a related discipline • Graduation from a top tier law school • Registration to practice before the USPTO
Desirable Qualifications: • Membership in the California Bar • Significant experience with U.S. patent prosecution • A partial book of business
Compensation is highly competitive and is based upon collections, with modest minimum hourly requirements. Benefits are excellent, including a no vesting period 401K with an employer contribution of 6% of salary (with no matching required), as well as medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Contact: To be considered for this position, please send the following in Microsoft Word or .pdf format to info@quinelaw.com:
• Current Resume • USPTO Registration Number and Attorney Bar Number • Relevant Transcripts • Estimate of number and types of Patent Applications Written • Estimate of number and types Office Action Responses • A Writing Sample
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Location: San Francisco, California
Connolly Bove Lodge & Hutz, an IP and Business Law firm consistently ranked among the top US firms in patent litigation, seeks to expand in LA by adding lateral partners with significant patent and/or trademark litigation experience. Competitive compensation to be negotiated in view of levels of first/second chair litigation experience and portable business.
