IPTL is seeking USPTO-registered and state bar licensed attorneys with substantial patent drafting and prosecution experience, and strong background in chemistry, electromechanical technologies, chemical engineering, or biotechnology. Candidates having superior analytical and writing skills, a desire to contribute to the success of a team of focused and dedicated attorneys, and an objective of finding a career home and an ultimate role in the leadership of a firm located in an attractive quality-of-life location, are invited to submit credentials in confidence.
Contact: Please email hultquist@iptl.com, or direct postal mail responses to:
Steven Hultquist, Principal Intellectual Property/Technology Law 1414 Raleigh Road, Suite 201 Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27517
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Invention Law Group is looking for a Patent Attorney to support the Portfolio Administration group of Intellectual Ventures. Intellectual Ventures is a privately-held, invention investment company based in Bellevue, Washington. Our business model centers on creating, acquiring and licensing pure invention and related rights in a variety of technology areas. Our plan is 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
Daily activities will include: • 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.
Contact: Interested applicants should contact us at: jobs@intven.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Bellevue, Washington
Casimir Jones, S.C. is seeking a registered patent agent for an immediate opening in Madison, Wisconsin. Ideal candidate would have a PhD in the biological sciences, and at least 2-3 years of experience. Salary is commensurate with experience. It is preferred that a writing sample be submitted with any application.
Young & Thompson, a well established, mid-sized boutique intellectual property law firm located in Arlington, Virginia, currently seeks candidates with degrees in the electrical engineering and information technology arts for its patent prosecution practice. Candidates should have a minimum of two years experience as an attorney or agent.
Benefits: The firm offers a relaxed environment and outstanding support staff with a competitive salary and benefits. The firm will also be re-locating to the Old Town Alexandria waterfront in March 2008.
Contact: Interested applicants should please send cover letter and resume via e-mail to csale@young-thompson.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Arlington/Alexandria, Virginia
The McCallum Law Firm, a small full-service biotechnology firm in Erie, Colorado, seeks an experienced patent attorney or agent. Firm seeks experienced patent attorney or agent for patent preparation, prosecution, licensing, opinion drafting, portfolio analysis and litigation support. The ideal candidate will have three or more years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, a B.S. in Chemistry, Biology or Molecular Biology as well as excellent academic credentials, strong analytical and writing skills and professional recommendations. Patent bar admission required.
Contact: Resumes, including exemplary patent numbers, professional references and salary requirements may be sent to: Sonya Oster at mail@mccallumlaw.net. Please reference “Patent Attorney / Agent” in the subject line. For additional information on the Firm, please visit http://www.mccallumlaw.net.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Erie, Colorado
Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C., the largest IP law firm in Upstate New York is seeking an IP associate to join its Chemical Group. The individual must have a strong background in organic chemistry, be detail-oriented and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Advanced degrees and/or prior patent law experience preferred.
The position entails preparing and prosecuting organic chemistry patent applications, providing client counseling, conducting due diligence, and providing opinions.
Contact: Submit resume and references to: Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C., Philip Hansen, 5 Columbia Circle, Albany, NY 12203 or peh@hrfmlaw.com. Please visit us at http://www.hrfmlaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Albany, New York
Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C., the largest IP law firm in Upstate New York is seeking an IP associate to join its EE/CS Practice. Prior EE/CS patent prosecution experience preferred. Admission to Patent and NYS Bars a plus. Candidate must possess strong writing skills and be self-motivated.
Contact: Submit writing sample, resume and references to: Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C., Nick Mesiti, 5 Columbia Circle, Albany, NY 12203 or nm@hrfmlaw.com. Please visit us at http://www.hrfmlaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Albany, New York
Elan Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly motived individual to provide enhanced intellectual property support to Research and Development functions in matters relating to chemistry in the areas of small molecule therapeutics for Alzheimer's disease and autoimmune diseases.
Responsibilities: · Patent preparation and prosecution: 50% · Patent and chemical searching: 20% · Supporting due diligence and opinion writing: 15% · Freedom to operate analysis: 15%
Minimum Qualifications: Education · BS, Organic or Medicinal chemistry
Experience/Accreditations · Registration in USPTO patent bar · 3-5 years as a patent agent · At least 2 years lab/scientific experience
Skills and Abilities · Sound chemical background and ability to interface with researchers · Experienced in chemical structure searching on commercial databases · Good oral and written communication skills · Strong attention to detail · Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Benefits: Elan has a stimulating, sciene-based environment, of which intellectual property is a key component, with competitive salary, equity awards, health-care insurance and other benefits.
Toler Law Group is seeking a Patent Prosecution Attorney EE or CS with 3-5 years experience. Please email resume and writing samples to swiles@tlgiplaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Austin, Texas
Allison Johnson, P.A., is seeking a patent attorney to join a thriving patent practice located in a beautiful setting on Lake Calhoun in Minneapolis with easy access to many amenities, including walking paths, biking paths, restaurants, and a health club. Our clients include Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies.
Requirements: The ideal candidate is a patent attorney having at least three years of patent prosecution experience, a degree in chemistry, and strong academic credentials. The practice is intellectually challenging, includes amazing administrative support, and permits a high level of autonomy. The practice is well suited to candidates who are quick to learn, detail oriented, and enjoy client interaction.
The work requirements of position, e.g., hourly requirements, are flexible. The position can be part time or full time. Salary is commensurate with the candidate's level of experience, efficiency, and desired billable goal.
Contact: Please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence to: Allison Johnson 3033 Excelsior Blvd., Suite 467 Minneapolis, MN 55416
NAVTEQ, a growing technology company, is currently looking for a patent attorney in Chicago, Illinois. 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.
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:
JD required
Admission to Illinois State and Patent Bar
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
Ability 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
Ability 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, IL
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.
Stoel Rives LLP seeks an associate attorney with 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience to join the firm's Portland, Oregon office. Strong technical background in electrical engineering is required. Excellent academic record, strong interpersonal skills, and USPTO registration also required.
Contact: Submit a cover letter, resume, and transcripts to:
Elmore Patent Law Grouplocated in Westford, Mass. and specializing in intellectual property relating to the field of pharmaceuticals and life sciences is seeking an experienced patent attorney. A strong organic or medicinal chemistry background is preferred. No book of business is required. Salary and benefits are competitive with the Boston area.
Fast growing law firm seeks patent agent or patent attorney with 2-5 years of experience. Candidate must have a background in computer science. The firm has a flexible approach to geographic location.
Preparation and prosecution of Ibis patent applications
Strategic management of patent portfolios covering Ibis Bioscience’s platform technology and commercial
Freedom to operate assessments
Third party infringement analysis
Advise executive management on IP-related issues
Qualifications:
Licensed/admitted to practice as a Patent Attorney before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Advanced degree (or an equivalent amount of research experience) in molecular biology, biochemistry or another biotechnology-related field
At least 4 years patent-related experience in the biotechnology field
Excellent cross-discipline oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team environment
Ability to think strategically
Benefits: Excellent salary and benefits package offered.
Contact: For immediate consideration, please apply online by visiting our website, http://www.isispharm.com/. Reference job code: 0774. No Phone Calls Please. Principals Only. Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Carlsbad, California (San Diego County)
Isis is a leading drug discovery and development company, focused exclusively on the therapeutic target, RNA. Founded in 1989, Isis' mission is to develop products from its RNA-based technologies, such as antisense. Very little was known about antisense when the Company was first established, but its founders envisioned an opportunity to revolutionize the pharmaceutical industry with a more efficient and targeted means of drug discovery. Since then, Isis scientists have made tremendous progress advancing the science of antisense, unveiling capabilities that have far exceeded their expectations.
Ibis Biosciences is a division of Isis Pharmaceuticals focused on the development and commercialization of mass spectrometry-based diagnostic applications for the detection of infectious diseases and for human forensics applications.
Oblon, Spivak, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt, P.C., a premiere intellectual property law firm in Alexandria, Virginia seeks an experienced patent attorney or patent agent to join its expanding electrical/mechanical prosecution practice. The successful candidates will have a law degree; and/or a technical degree in electrical, mechanical or computer engineering; excellent academic credentials; and outstanding communication and writing skills. Candidate must be registered or eligible to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office.
Contact: Joan Daniels, Legal Recruiter Oblon, Spivak, McClelland, Maier and Neustadt, P.C. 1940 Duke Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 Fax: 703-413-2220 Email: jdaniels@oblon.com
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Erickson & Kleypas, LLC, a small, boutique intellectual property law firm located in Kansas City, Missouri, is seeking a registered patent attorney or patent agent for its growing biotech practice.
Qualifications: Qualified candidates should have a degree in a biological science, at least two years of biotech patent prosecution experience, excellent writing skills, attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple long-term projects in a variety of different biotech areas, and be familiar with the preparation of freedom to operate, non-infringement, and invalidity opinions. Familiarity with PCT practice and foreign patent prosecution is a plus.
Contact: Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to tst@kcpatentlaw.com.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Law Firm Job Location: Kansas City, Missouri
A privately-held, invention investment company based in Bellevue, Washington seeks an in-house patent attorney to work on a variety of intellectual property-related projects. As a Patent Attorney for us you will use your depth of experience in intellectual property, patent prosecution and licensing.
Responsibilities: Daily activities will include:
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
Requirements: Qualified candidates will possess the following:
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
Related 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.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Bellevue, Washington
This position is responsible for supporting TRW Vehicle Safety Systems Inc. and other Occupant Safety Systems (OSS) North America legal entities in connection with Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) issues, including obtaining and maintaining TRW's IPR and helping to ensure that TRW's products avoid the valid patents of others. This position is also responsible for supporting the global OSS Law function by providing advice on United States laws relating to IPR and assistance with United States litigation relating to IPR.
Job Duties: Major job duties fall into four main categories: Infringement Avoidance/Claims (40%), Technology-Related Agreements (20%), Patent Procurement (20%), and Client Counseling (20%). Please refer to details listed below:
Infringement Avoidance/Claims – Work with engineering to understand TRW products in serial production, proposed for production and/or within TRW's strategic product plan. Search for and analyze or manage outside counsel in searching for and analyzing patents that are potentially relevant to TRW's products. Provide guidance to engineering and operations management regarding potential infringement issues. Work with engineering to help design around competitor patents, where possible. Manage outside patent counsel in investigating the validity of the patents of others that may potentially be relevant to TRW's products. With in-house litigation counsel, help to manage outside counsel in patent infringement actions in the United States.
Technology-Related Agreements – Work with engineering, business development, purchasing and sales functions at all levels in TRW Occupant Safety Systems in North America and with TRW in-house legal generalists and specialists (such as Tax) to develop TRW's position with respect to potential licensees, licensors, suppliers of products and product development services, and customers in all contractual areas in which creation, ownership, use and/or confidentiality of intellectual property is at issue. Review and draft (or help draft) and/or negotiate (or help negotiate) agreements or portions of agreements relating to such matters.
Patent Procurement – Perform prior art searches to assess the patentability of in-house inventions. Review invention disclosures formally and informally with engineering management and act as chair of and/or participate in invention review meetings to decide whether and where (a) to file patent applications within budget constraints and pursuant to TRW's current business and product strategy and (b) to maintain existing patents and patent applications. Manage and review the work of outside counsel in drafting patent applications, prosecuting patent applications, and filing and defending against opposition proceedings.
Client Counseling – Advise personnel in engineering, business development, and other functions regarding intellectual property issues. Educate TRW personnel in engineering and other functions regarding intellectual property risks and rewards, basic law regarding intellectual property, TRW processes and procedures regarding intellectual property, and the obligations of employees regarding intellectual property. Review technical papers and advertising materials prior to publication.
Requirements & Qualifications: This position requires admission to practice law in at least one state as well as admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Excellent oral/written communication skills are required in addition to patent prosecution and opinion writing experience. 2-5 years job-related experience is required.
Prior experience with licensing or other technology-related agreements is desired. Litigation experience, experience in the automotive industry, a law firm and in a corporate work environment preferred.
Educational Requirements: A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science is required. A Juris Doctorate Degree is required.
Additional Info: Employer Type: Large Corporation Job Location: Washington, Michigan
General Patent Corporation International (GPCI) has openings for an in-house senior patent attorney and staff patent attorney. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of case assessment (both patent infringement and damages analyses), patent licensing and enforcement, drafting legal briefs, managing and supporting outside litigation counsel, and prosecuting additional patents for future licensing and enforcement. This position reports to the General Counsel.
Excellent growth opportunity for a patent attorney with business acumen, a penchant for patent litigation, and a strong background in science and/or technology.
A qualified candidate will be a registered patent attorney, with strong patent litigation experience and a broad computer technology background. New York State bar admission is preferred but not required. Additional desired qualifications include a graduate degree in EE, computer science, and physics or a related field, and professional experience in a broad range of technologies. Good writing and communication skills are a strong plus. The successful candidate will have initiative, versatility, broad technical erudition, familiarity with e-commerce and web-based software technologies, the ability to process, synthesize and summarize diverse information, as well as to work on multiple, complex transactions.
Licensing patents by identifying infringers and potential licensees; developing assertive licensing strategy; negotiating license agreements and settlements.
Litigating patent infringements by identifying and investigating infringement; determining litigation strategy; conducting pre-litigation due diligence; filing and managing suits.
Managing and supporting patent infringement litigation led by an outside counsel.
Drafting and prosecuting patent applications, continuations, reisues and reexamination.
Consulting clients on IP strategy issues.
General Patent Corporation International (GPCI) is a premier contingency patent enforcement and licensing company, the oldest in the US. GPCI provides patent licensing and enforcement on a contingency basis (www.patentclaim.com). GPCI is located in beautiful historic Montebello Park in Suffern, NY, about 30 miles NW of New York City.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to apoltorak@gpci.com.
Employer Type: Small Corporation Job Location: Suffern, NY
IPTL is seeking USPTO-registered and state bar licensed attorneys with substantial patent drafting and prosecution experience, and strong background in chemistry, electromechanical technologies, chemical engineering, or biotechnology. Candidates having superior analytical and writing skills, a desire to contribute to the success of a team of focused and dedicated attorneys, and an objective of finding a career home and an ultimate role in the leadership of a firm located in an attractive quality-of-life location, are invited to submit credentials in confidence.
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