Patent Attorney/Agent – Small Law Firm – Washington D.C., Flexible Location

August 15, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Non-Profit, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fiala & Weaver P.L.L.C. is seeking full time and part time patent attorneys and agents to assist us with our growing practice. Opportunities are available primarily for preparation and prosecution work for a variety of clients in the electrical, electro-mechanical, software, and Internet technology areas. Persons with law firm experience and/or tech industry experience, as well as present and former Examiners, are all encouraged to apply. We offer excellent compensation and a relaxed work environment. Inquiries are treated in absolute confidence. Portable business is not required. Though we are based in Washington, D.C., Applicants may be remotely located.

Associate Director of IP or Patent Counsel, Chemical – Corporation – Bothell, Washington

August 13, 2020- US - Northwest, Intellectual Property, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Prosecution

Seattle Genetics is seeking an Associate Director of IP or Patent Counsel (Chemical). This is an experienced attorney position within the Intellectual Property function of the Legal Affairs group supporting the intellectual property needs of a growth-phase biotechnology company. The position includes the design and implementation of patent strategies to protect small molecule drug products and antibody-drug conjugate technologies. In this context, the attorney is accountable for ensuring product-tailored, forward-looking, and timely procurement and management of IP rights, as well as accurate and actionable communication of IP needs and issues with the business.

The successful candidate is someone who enjoys being part of a high functioning team in an innovation-driven entrepreneurial environment committed to improving the lives of people with cancer.

Principal Responsibilities:

Provide strategic day-to-day IP support, including drafting and prosecution of small molecule drug products, including chemical linkers and small molecule payloads of antibody-drug conjugates
Strategically and efficiently manage a large and complex patent docket, managing outside IP counsel as needed
Design and implement effective strategies for optimizing patent coverage and regulatory exclusivity for products
Provide support on operational contracts (e.g. MTAs, clinical trial agreements and licenses)
Interface with researchers to identify patentable subject matter and implement patent protection strategies
Provide IP support for research stage products/technologies as well as general IP group initiatives, as needed
Perform IP landscape searches for emerging technologies and provide analysis
Serve as an adviser to the business to navigate an evolving business and legal landscape
Manage agents/paralegals directly or in a matrix managing setting, as needed

Qualifications for Associate Director:

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum 8 years' experience in patent prosecution with an emphasis on chemistry
U.S. law degree (JD)
Admission to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office
Member of a state bar and eligible to be admitted to practice in the state of Washington
An advanced degree in biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field is required
Minimum of 8 years experience maintaining and managing a large patent docket
Minimum of 8 years experience in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with large molecule therapeutics and antibodies
Experience with patentability and FTO searches and analyses
Knowledge of chemical linkage and conjugation technologies
Large IP law firm training and/or in-house experience
PhD in biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field
Excellent English written and oral communication skills

Qualifications for Patent Counsel:

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years' experience in patent prosecution with an emphasis on chemistry
U.S. law degree (JD)
Admission to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office
Member of a state bar and eligible to be admitted to practice in the state of Washington
An advanced degree in biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field
Minimum 5 years experience maintaining and managing a large patent docket
Minimum of 5 years experience in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to draft and prosecute patent applications with minimal supervision
Experience with patentability and FTO searches and analyses
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Experience with large molecule therapeutics and antibodies
Knowledge of chemical linkage and conjugation technologies
Large IP law firm training and/or in-house experience
PhD in biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field
Excellent English written and oral communication skills

Apply for either position online at: https://www.Click2Apply.net/p9zd7y2xtg6yjcrt

Seattle Genetics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

As the leading employer in our industry in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle Genetics is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the whole lives of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Bothell, Washington

Associate Attorney – Small Law Firm – Remote

August 10, 2020- US - Telecommute, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Kennedy Lenart Spraggins LLP has an opening for a registered U.S. patent attorney to join our growing patent practice as a full-time associate. Remote associates are welcome. Primary responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Requirements for an ideal candidate include a B.S. or higher degree in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering and at least two years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Needham, MA

August 2, 2020- US - Northeast, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Strategic Patents, P.C. is seeking a USPTO-registered Patent Attorney or Patent Agent. Ideal candidate has patent prosecution experience and EE or CS background. Skill and experience in drafting, counseling, and foreign and domestic patent prosecution required.

Patent Attorney, Agent, or Analyst – Law Firm – Boise, Idaho

July 30, 2020- US - Northwest, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Colby Nipper PLLC is seeking a Patent Attorney or Agent. Top-twenty law or engineering school and EE, CompE, Physics, CompSci, or industry expedience in telecom, WiFi, or circuit design. No patent experience needed, we will train. Mid-sized patent firm working with top-ten patent-filing companies and the Fortune 500. Excellent compensation. Boise, Idaho location.

Biotech Counsel, Associate, or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Telecommute

July 23, 2020- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

McNeill Baur was founded six years ago by a group of former big law attorneys who continue to practice high value, strategic patent prosecution and client counseling but in a small firm environment. We have multiple unique opportunities for patent attorneys or agents specializing in the life sciences.

We are looking for an attorney or agent with a least 5 years relevant experience in complex patent prosecution and/or patent counseling.
We are also looking for an attorney with more than 8 years of experience who has demonstrated proficiency in high value, complex patent portfolio management and strategy who can work independently and supervise the work of others.

The firm’s prestigious clients expect and receive the highest level of service. We provide life science patent prosecution and counseling services that rival or exceed those of large firms, while providing small firm benefits to both our clients and employees.

McNeill Baur attorneys are nationally recognized leaders in life sciences patent prosecution. The firm has been ranked as a nationally recommended firm for patent prosecution for multiple years and was recognized as the 2017 IP Firm to Watch by LMG Life Sciences, and recommended by LMG Life Sciences in the patent prosecution and patent strategy and management categories 2017-2019. The firm was also recognized by 2019 IAM Patent 1000 rankings, and named IP Star by Managing Intellectual Property (MIP) for 2016-2020.

We strongly prefer an advanced scientific degree, preferably a PhD, from a superior institution.
We particularly seek candidates with a track record of performing work for innovative life science, biotech, and/or pharmaceutical corporations based in the United States.
Strong candidates will have demonstrated scientific expertise and persuasive writing skills, deep knowledge of best practices in patent prosecution, and effectively present work product orally.
Successful candidates must be admitted to practice before the USPTO and capable of working independently.
The successful candidate will support partners in multiple locations and must be comfortable working independently.

This is a unique opportunity to practice law at a big firm level, while benefiting from the firm's strong commitment to respecting employee work-life balance.

There is no work origination or business development requirement in this position.
Attorneys and agents design their own work plan, including schedule and billable hour goals, in consultation with partners.

The firm has never had a central brick-and-mortar location and instead uses advanced cloud-based networking capabilities. This eliminates commuting and allows employees to reside in the city of their choice.

We will consider candidates for both part-time and full-time positions. We also welcome on-ramp candidates who want to return to the workforce.

The firm offers health insurance, dental insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, an EAP program, a competitive salary, and a 401K plan with generous matching component.

How should candidates apply for this position?

Please submit resume, cover letter, salary requirements, desired hours per year, and a portfolio listing representative US patents or published applications that you have drafted and/or prosecuted to careers@mcneillbaur.com

Additional Info
Job Location: Remote

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Telecommute

July 13, 2020Work - Patent Prosecution

Plager Schack LLP is a Huntington Beach-based law practice with national business clients in major cities across the United States. We represent business clients with sophisticated legal needs of all sizes, from solo entrepreneurs to large corporations.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – North Seattle, WA (potential remote)

July 13, 2020- US - Northwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

AMPACC Law Group, PLLC is seeking an experienced Patent Attorney with a book of business. We provide an excellent platform for a motivated attorney to cultivate and grow their book of business. We also provide an outstanding incentive for such an attorney. AMPACC offers great compensation and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and collegial work environment.

Senior Patent Prosecution Associate/Agent – Law Firm – DC Area, Telecommute, or Shenzhen (China)

July 3, 2020- Asia, - US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Bayes PLLC is a mid-sized elite boutique law firm that offers exciting opportunities to work directly with global leading companies on cutting edge technologies, along with a flexible and collaborative firm culture. Competitive compensation scale comparable to AM Law 200 for the right candidate. The firm has offices in McLean, Virginia in the US as well as Shenzhen, China.

Patent Engineer/Agent (EE) – Law Firm – St. Louis, Missouri

July 2, 2020- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking patent engineers and agents with a high level of motivation and excellent verbal and written communication skills to join its Intellectual Property Services group.

Patent Scientist – Biotechnology – Law Firm – San Diego, California

July 2, 2020- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe Martens provides an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. The candidate will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Patent Attorney – US Government (Navy) – NAVAIR – China Lake, CA

July 2, 2020- US - West, Emp - Government, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Department of the Navy, Office of General Counsel Group, Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) is seeking to hire a patent attorney to join its group, located in China Lake, California.

NAWCWD is a field activity of the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), providing research, development, test, evaluation, engineering and fleet support for Navy and Marine Corps weapons and weapons systems. The Office of General Counsel Group, NAWCWD, employs 15 attorneys and support staff at China Lake and Pt. Mugu, CA, practicing primarily in the areas of federal acquisition law, civilian personnel/labor law, environmental law, intellectual property law, fiscal law, agreements, investigations, Freedom of Information/Privacy Act, ethics/standards of conduct, and litigation related to these areas.

The NAWCWD China Lake site is located onboard the Naval Air Weapons Station, in the Mojave Desert, approximately 150 miles north/northeast of Los Angeles, California. China Lake is within the Los Angeles-Long Beach Locality Pay Area. For information about Locality Pay, see https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2020/general-schedule/. For information about NAVAIR and NAWCWD, see http://www.navair.navy.mil and https://www.navair.navy.mil/nawcwd

The candidate selected for this position will provide a range of intellectual property services, including:

drafting and prosecuting patent applications,
reviewing research publications for potentially patentable material,
providing litigation support for patent infringement claims,
resolving patent and copyright administrative claims, and
counseling on contract and technology transfer intellectual property matters such as rights in inventions, patents, technical data, and computer software.

The position will be filled under the Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory (STRL) personnel demonstration system, which is a pay for performance system using pay bands with salary ranges. The position will be filled in the Business and Program Management Pay Band DA-03/04/05 (comparable to GS-11/12/13). Although the Full Performance Level of the position is the DA-06 Pay Band (comparable to GS-14/15), the intent is to fill the position at the DA-03/04/05 level, with future advancement being subject to various factors (e.g., incumbent's performance, office/client need, Office of the General Counsel (OGC) and client policies, budget, etc.). Pay will be set commensurate with the successful applicant's qualifications, funding availability, and STRL pay setting guidelines.

To be eligible for selection at the DA-03 (GS-11 equivalent) level, applicants must have one year of legal experience. Recent law school graduates with less than one year of legal experience must have superior law student work or activities demonstrated by graduating in the top third of their law school class, work or achievement of significance on an official law school law review or journal, winning a moot court competition, membership on the law school's official moot court team, or membership in the Order of the Coif. To be eligible for selection at the DA-04 (GS-12 equivalent) level, applicants must have two years of successful relevant legal experience. To be eligible for selection at the DA-05 (GS-13 equivalent) level, applicants must have in excess of two years of successful relevant legal experience.

Applicants will be evaluated on: 1) the depth, breadth and quality of their experience in technical areas related to NAWCWD's mission; 2) recent and relevant experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications; 3) oral communication skills and ability to develop strong attorney-client relationships; 4) ability to work both independently and as part of a team; 5) research, analytical, and writing skills; and, 6) interpersonal skills.

Applicants with a record of making significant contributions to the advancement of the Department of the Navy OGC or equivalent Office of the General Counsel or Law Firm/Office beyond the day to day legal practice are desired.

Requirements for the position include a Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, or other education and work experience clearly demonstrating an ability to perform the duties of the position, and particularly as those duties relate to the chemical arts. Experience in chemical/chemistry-related patent application preparation and prosecution is highly desired.

The successful applicant must have graduated from a law school that is accredited by the American Bar Association, be an active member in good standing of the bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. Commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia, and be admitted to practice before a state or federal court. Applicants must also be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). U.S. citizenship is a requirement of the position, and the successful applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.

This announcement will close on July 31, 2020 at 11:59:59 PM, EST and applications must be received by this date and time to be considered.

If the successful applicant is not currently a member of the Department of the Navy Office of the General Counsel, processing of the hiring action can only commence after submission of those items identified in the "Instructions for New OGC Attorneys" (see Careers section of www.ogc.navy.mil)

NOTICE OF VETERANS' PREFERENCE

There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of the Navy Office of the General Counsel considers veterans' preference eligibility a positive factor for attorney hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation (e.g., DD Form 214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty'') to their submissions.

Although the point-preference system is not used, applicants eligible to claim a 10-point preference must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference," and supporting documentation required for the specific type of preference claimed. (SF-15, which lists the types of 10-point preference and the required supporting documents, is available from the Office of Personnel Management Website at www.opm.gov.)

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership service, or other non-merit factor.

Reasonable Accommodation Links:

Legal and Regulatory Guidance Links:

Financial suitability Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/financial-suitability/
Social security number request Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/social-security-number/
Privacy Act Link: https://wvvw.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/privacy-act/
Signature and false statements Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/signature-false-statements/
Selective Service Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/selective-service/
New employee probationary period Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/probationary-period/

How to Apply

Submit an application file via email to: eric.evain@navy.mil and meichelle.mcguire@navy.mil.
The emailed file size must be less than 7MB.
Please include the following:
- a cover letter;
- an SF-171, OF-612, or resume that includes the applicant's employment and educational history, as well as a listing of state bars of which the applicant is an active member, and the applicant's registration number to practice before the USPTO;
- two recent and relevant legal writing samples (up to ten pages each -- excerpts, to avoid exceeding the ten page limit, are acceptable);
- the two most recent performance appraisals (if available); and
- the names and telephone numbers of at least three references (other than current supervisor) who may be contacted as part of the application process (we will make every effort to advise applicants before current supervisors are contacted).
- Attorneys who graduated from law school after 2012 must provide a copy of their law school transcripts, including class rank.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Government
Job Location: Southern California

IP Counsel – Small Corporation – Boston, MA

June 16, 2020- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Hyundai-Aptiv Autonomous Driving Joint Venture develops world class production-ready autonomous driving systems. We are seeking a talented IP Counsel with experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications to maintain and enhance our IP portfolio. The position is based out of our Boston headquarters.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Northern California

June 10, 2020- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Northern California offices of Squire Patton Boggs is seeking a Patent Associate or Agent with a minimum of four years of experience to join our Intellectual Property and Technology practice. Candidates should have a degree in chemistry or biochemistry with an emphasis on chemistry.

Patent Prosecution Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Washington D.C.

June 10, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

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. The ideal candidate will be registered with the USPTO, have a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or physics, and possess strong writing skills. Primary responsibilities for this position will include preparing and prosecuting patent applications across a variety of technology areas, with an emphasis on communications and networking technology.

Mechanical Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Portland, Oregon

June 10, 2020- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size IP-focused law firm, is actively seeking lateral patent attorneys or agents with strong expertise in mechanical engineering. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and preferably 4-6 years of experience prosecuting patents in the medical device field. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – New Zealand

June 9, 2020Emp - Law Firm, Job, New Zealand, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Join the brilliant minds protecting the world’s brightest ideas at AJ Park in New Zealand.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – New Jersey (Iselin)

May 22, 2020- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Servilla Whitney LLC is seeking a patent attorney or registered patent agent to prepare and prosecute patent applications. Our clients include leading technology companies working in the areas of pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, semiconductors, specialty materials and medical devices.

Patent Attorney, Agent, or Engineer – Law Firm – Remote

May 22, 2020- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

ALG Intellectual Property, LLC is seeking a new patent law professional to join its firm. At ALG, we live and work where we want, set our own hours, and interact with diverse and sophisticated clients. We provide a very competitive production-based compensation structure, benefits, and excellent training. If you have patent preparation and prosecution experience as an attorney, patent agent, or patent engineer, strong technical and writing skills, and a commitment to preparing a quality work product, we want you to join us. A background in electrical/computer engineering, computer science, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or physics is preferred, but not required.

US Patent Attorney (E.E., Physics, Computer Science) – Law Firm – Munich Germany

May 13, 2020- Europe, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

2SPL Patent Attorneys is a Munich, Germany based law firm founded an managed by a collegial group of patent attorneys. The firm is seeking a U.S. patent attorney to join the team. The ideal candidate has a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or physics and must be willing to relocate to Munich.