IP Counsel – Large Corporation – Mentor Ohio

April 5, 2020- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical, and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs more than 30,000 employees in over 50 countries. Reported sales in 2019 were $7.1 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Job Description

The scope and responsibilities of the position include providing global intellectual property (“IP”) services to Avery Dennison, including IP strategy, domestic and international IP procurement, enforcement, and clearance, business counseling, and transactional support. The position reports to the Global VP and Associate General Counsel, IP, and works closely with the company’s technology and innovation leadership teams, as well as Regional Directors of R&D, Marketing, and Procurement. This position will be based in Mentor, Ohio, USA.

To be successful in your role of IP Counsel/Sr. IP Counsel, we need you to deliver on these responsibilities:

Deliver highly skilled patent procurement services.
Coordinate the drafting and filing patent applications (domestic, foreign and PCT applications), liaising with inventors, internal IP lawyers, agents, staff, and foreign counsel to acquire the information needed to prepare and successfully prosecute patent applications.
Support global IP strategy that targets growth in key market segments and accelerates new product innovations in each key market around the world.
Provide a full spectrum of intellectual property legal services including: client counseling; technology development and licensing contracts; trade secret protection, and patent and trademark protection, surveillance, enforcement, licensing, and litigation.
Conduct patent novelty, validity and right to market studies, patent and information searches, and analyzing and summarizing search results.
Provide strategic mentorship as a business partner to R&D, Marketing, and Procurement by integrating legal advice with critical business strategies for product development, joint development efforts, and licensing matters.
Provide IP related advice for M&A assessments and negotiations, joint ventures, and start-up investments.
Strong collaboration skills to engage and partner with colleagues in the global law department and global client teams.

Qualifications

Avery Dennison is a leader in innovation. Your experience should include the following:

Demonstrated strength at collaboration in matrix organizations, especially in a global organization and across functions.
Outstanding understanding of, and ability to take and manage, risk.
Strong business sense, and ability to connect the law and legal strategies to business goals in way that guides clients to successful outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to lead.

Education and Credentials

A technical degree is required, preferably in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Engineering, particularly RFID, transponders, sensors, and printer systems, or in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science or Engineering, particularly polymer chemistry.
A law degree with excellent credentials, registration with the USPTO, and a member of the Bar in good standing is also required.

Required Experience

At least 10 years of patent law experience, including strong business counseling and strategy, IP-related transactions, patent drafting and prosecution, freedom to operate opinions, and litigation.
Experienced with various types of transactions (M&A, JV, licensing, JDA, partnering agreements, negotiation experience with universities).
Proven ability to deal effectively with complex legal issues that have both legal and business ramifications.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated experience of collaboration and successfully engaging with global teams.
Demonstrated ability to lead and build relationships at a distance.
Demonstrated excellence in client counseling.
Highly experienced in technology relevant to Avery Dennison’s products, particularly RFID, transponders, sensors, and printer systems.

Preferred Experience:

A strong working knowledge of and experience with PCT, European patent practice, and China patent practice is highly preferable.
Demonstrated experience with technologies relating to Avery Dennison’s products and markets is strongly preferred.
Litigation experience is a significant plus.
Experience with other IP such as trademarks and copyrights is useful.

Contact
Apply online via the following link: https://smrtr.io/3ZKdd.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Mentor, OH

Intellectual Property Specialist – Large Law Firm – Boulder, Colo. or Salt Lake City, Utah

March 19, 2020- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

Holland & Hart is seeking an IP Specialist (a hybrid patent prosecution paralegal / patent administrator) to support their dynamic, growing electronics-focused patent practice in Salt Lake City, UT or Boulder, CO. We represent some of the largest and most innovative technology companies in the world, and have a unique, collaborative environment focused on excellence, teamwork, and work/life balance. We offer excellent compensation, outstanding benefits, and an energizing, professional work environment.

Requirements:

Supports patent attorneys in docket and practice management
Performs various tasks associated with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications including, but not limited to:
- Manage and perform range of duties related to an internal electronic file system
- Generate templates for patent applications and responses to various Office Actions (including but not limited to: a Filing Receipt, Notice to File Missing Parts, Response to Office Action, Notice of Publication, Notice of Allowance, Issue Notification; and Letters Patent) as they relate to correspondence/filing with USPTO, PCT, and foreign associates
- Prepare additional templates for various legal documents (Declaration, Powers of Attorney, Assignments)
- Review formalities of filed patent documents to ensure proper form, including Filing Receipts, Declarations, Recordings, Information Disclosure Statements, allowed patents ready to issue, etc.
Perform electronic filings at the USPTO
Manage new client intake and opening of matters
Perform a variety of patent support and administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications: All career-focused, interested candidates able to demonstrate the following will be considered:

Paralegal or patent prosecution experience required
Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and proofreading skills
Motivated to excel with a positive, team-oriented attitude
Possesses a strong work ethic and prefers to keep busy
Ability to quickly learn and comprehend complex concepts and processes
Has superior oral and written communication skills
Thinks critically to understand how each task fits into a broader workflow
Continuously seeks to maximize the efficient use of technology available and strives to make tasks easier and more efficient
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are requirements, Visio is a plus)
Thrive in a dynamic, professional, growing patent practice

Contact
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter to: sjingram@hollandhart.com or by fax to (307) 222-6273. No phone calls please.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Boulder, Colorado or Salt Lake City, Utah

Electrical Patent Associate – Law Firm – Alexandria, VA.; Pittsburgh, PA, or Washington, DC

March 19, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney has an immediate opening for an Electrical Patent Associate with experience in Blockchain and distributed ledger technology. Qualified candidates must have substantial experience in drafting and prosecuting U.S. patent applications for electrical circuitry and software-related inventions, excellent writing skills, and a degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experienced Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Seattle, Washington or Washington DC

March 17, 2020- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Seattle and Washington D.C. offices of Han Santos, PLLC are seeking experienced patent prosecution associates to join its growing patent prosecution practice. Han Santos is a local law firm that offers a collegial work environment with opportunities to grow your legal skills and practice. Han Santos provides corporate, securities, IP procurement, and IP counseling services to clients ranging from small startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our compensation and benefits model is designed to attract and incentivize performers while offering an alternative to the high production commitment work environments of traditional law firms.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Palo Alto, Calif.

March 10, 2020- US - Silicon Valley & SF, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Palo Alto office of Perkins Coie is seeking an associate with 2-4 years of experience to join its growing Patent Prosecution group. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and patent prosecution experience at an AmLaw100 law firm. To be considered, you must have a degree in electrical engineering or computer science and must be admitted to the USPTO. California bar members strongly preferred.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Large Law Firm – Philadelphia, PA

March 10, 2020- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Duane Morris LLP has an opening for an associate with 2-4 years' experience in patent prosecution to join its growing Intellectual Property practice group. Ideal candidate must have an Electrical Engineering degree however, candidates with a Physics, Computer Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering degree and wireless communications or networking experience are encouraged to apply. Candidate will have strong academic credentials, superior writing ability, a quick-study aptitude, ability to engender client confidence, and thrive in a creative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment. USPTO admission required along with state bar admission in PA or New Jersey. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Tysons Corner, Va or Telecommute

March 5, 2020- US - Midwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

MH2 Technology Law Group, LLP is looking for a local or remote, full-time or part-time patent professional to prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft opinions, and provide IP counseling for our clients, which include many Fortune 500 companies.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Various Locations

March 4, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an Am Law 50 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Our thriving Intellectual Property practice is actively seeking a partnership track associate or patent agent with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related degrees and/or substantial industry experience in our Chicago, Denver, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Silicon Valley, or Washington, DC offices.

Biotech Patent Attorney – Law Firm – New York City

March 3, 2020- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Steptoe, an AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a junior prosecution associate to join the IP Group in our New York office. Duties include preparing and prosecuting patent applications, performing patent landscape and freedom-to-operate analysis, and conducting IP due diligence. Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal and writing skills, are required. Ideal candidates will have an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, pharmacology, or chemistry. Patent Bar admission is preferred.

Biotech Patent Agent – Law Firm – New York City

March 3, 2020- US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

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

Intellectual Property Associate – Law Firm – San Francisco, California

March 2, 2020- US - Silicon Valley & SF, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading international law firms, seeks to hire a highly qualified junior to midlevel associate to join our intellectual property practice group in our San Francisco office.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Seattle, Washington

March 2, 2020- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking a patent agent with at least two years of prosecution experience to join its growing Patent Prosecution practice. Candidates are required to have a degree in computer science or experience working in computer science as well as strong academic credentials and excellent references. All candidates are required to be admitted to the USPTO.

Patent Prosecution Attorney – Law Firm – Seattle, Washington

February 28, 2020- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Seattle office of Han Santos, PLLC is seeking entry-level to mid-level patent prosecution associates to join its growing patent prosecution practice. Han Santos is a local law firm that offers a collegial work environment with opportunities to grow your legal skills and practice. Han Santos provides corporate, securities, IP procurement, and IP counseling services to clients ranging from small startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our compensation and benefits model is designed to attract and incentivize performers while offering an alternative to the high production commitment work environments of traditional law firms.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Portland Oregon

February 26, 2020- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klarquist, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking lateral patent agents with strong expertise in mechanical engineering. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and preferably 2-5 years of experience prosecuting patent applications. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Seattle, Washington

February 20, 2020- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

What do you want from your legal career? Fulfilling work. Rewarding relationships. An opportunity to develop in areas about which you feel passionate. At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find a firm committed to helping you cultivate excellent legal skills and leadership with clients, colleagues, and your community. We offer a work environment where excellence can flourish and where teamwork, diversity, family life, and community involvement are all valued.

Patent Counsel (Oncology) – Large Corporation – Indianapolis, IN

February 17, 2020- US - Midwest, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Eli Lilly and Company is seeking a patent counsel to join the company at its Indianapolis, Indiana headquarters.

Responsibilities

The objective of this position is to provide prudent, ethical, landscape-aware, and law-informed solutions for issues facing Eli Lilly and Company in its discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule pharmaceutical products.
Draft and prosecute pharmaceutical patent applications in all jurisdictions in accordance with business requirements, patent laws and Lilly policies and procedures.
Monitor, manage and assist in litigation and oppositions in all jurisdictions related to Lilly and third party patent portfolios.
Analyze risks with appropriate consideration of business objectives and the environment, and develop sound tactical approaches to providing solutions that are prudent, ethical, landscape-aware, and law-informed as described above.
Advise teams and management about exclusivity, freedom to operate, due diligence, contract, licensing, and litigation risks in a manner consistent with the law, ethics, and Lilly policies; communicate advice in a manner understandable to a lay person.
Remain well versed in US and global laws, court precedents, and regulations pertinent to pharmaceutical products; apply knowledge appropriately in carrying out responsibilities.
Prioritize and manage projects; contribute to the implementation of new policies and procedures; lead task-directed teams.
Contribute to efficiency, collegiality, and collaboration.
As needed, lead or participate in due diligence, licensing and inter partes matters

Company Overview

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 39,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. #WeAreLilly

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field that together with prior work experience, provides sufficient background for effective communication with scientists and management about scientific aspects of discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule products.
Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. institution.
4 or more years of post-JD experience as a patent attorney in a law firm or industry.
Presently admitted to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction and presently licensed to represent clients in patent matters before the USPTO; in good standing in each state and in the USPTO; no discipline issues on record.

Additional Information

Office work located at Lilly Corporate Center primarily supporting groups located at Lilly Corporate Center and Lilly Technology Center (Indianapolis), Lilly Biotechnology Center (San Diego), Loxo Oncology at Lilly (Stamford, CT; San Francisco; and Boulder), and Lilly New Jersey/New York. Travel is usually not significant (0-10%), but travel could become more significant (10-20%) intermittently for internal/external requirements.
Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Additional Skills/Preferences

Master's Degree of higher in a scientific field that together with prior work experience, provides sufficient background for effective communication with scientists and management about scientific aspects of discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule products.
At least 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in a scientific position in drug discovery or development, or demonstrated significant experience with and knowledge of drug discovery and development, and/or with patent litigation relating to drugs.
At least 3 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications relating to small molecule and, optionally, biological (antibody and/or peptide) pharmaceutical products.
Strong Law School performance as evidenced by grades, accomplishments, and/or awards.
High learning agility, including: creatively solving problems; having ability to deal with complexity; having high curiosity; responding well to constructive feedback; seeking improvement of self and Lilly; accepting or leading change and helping others adapt to change; having the ability to adjust style to audience; and having the ability to make the complex understandable.
Sensitivity to others; composure under stress; ability to quickly learn and adapt.
Ability to organize self, to multi-task effectively, to complete projects with deadlines on time, and to direct others.
Effective as individual contributor, team member, and leader.

Contact
Apply online via the following link: https://xjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25428&siteid=5645&Areq=55044BR#jobDetails=2565670_5645.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Patent Agent (Biotech) – Law Firm – Chicago

February 17, 2020- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP is a Chicago-based intellectual property law firm having over 85 attorneys, highly qualified patent agents, and technical specialists, all dedicated to providing superior intellectual property counseling. We specialize in prosecution and litigation in all areas of intellectual property law. We litigate nationwide, primarily within the federal court system, and obtain patents and trademark registrations for our clients in the United States and foreign patent and trademark offices.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our biotechnology and life sciences practice group as a Patent Agent.

Requirements

Strong academic credentials, which should minimally include a Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology or related field. Candidates should have obtained a 3.0 GPA at all levels of education.
Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
A minimum of 2 years of intellectual property prosecution experience working in a legal environment, but preferably not more than 5 years of experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and exceptional organizational skills.
Ability to grasp new technical teachings quickly.
Ability to efficiently review patent and non-patent literature for key concepts.

Responsibilities

Interviewing inventors to learn about new ideas to be patented. Our clients include some of the world’s largest and most technologically advanced companies.
Preparing and prosecuting patent applications relating to biotechnology inventions, occasionally participating in patent litigation to provide technical support, and performing related client counseling tasks.
Advocating for our clients before the U.S. Patent Trademark Office to seek issuance of a patent. This includes writing and amending claims for the patent application, as well as analyzing patents and other publications relating to biotechnology inventions.
This position demands that the individual will, under the supervision of senior practitioners, assume significant client responsibilities, provide high-quality services to domestic and foreign clients, communicate with all levels of management and staff and, at times, require a significant degree of autonomy.

Compensation for this position includes an annual salary highly competitive within the Chicago market at the experience level specified herein, along with customary benefits and opportunities to earn significant bonuses.

Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee and Dependent Medical Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance and AD&D
Accident and Critical Illness Plans
Short-Term Disability Program
Long-Term Disability Insurance
401(K), Profit Sharing and Vesting
Pre-Tax Transportation Plan
Identify Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Bright Horizons-Back-Up Child, Adult, and Elder Care
Stipend and Interest Free Loan Program (for law school students)
Moving Expenses
Bar Fees and Related Expenses
Continuing Legal Education
Holiday and Paid Time Off
Bonuses

In addition to our generous benefits package, Marshall, Gerstein & Borun offers a business-casual atmosphere and provides ample opportunity for socialization between our colleagues at monthly breakfasts, special-occasion luncheons, and out-of-office functions throughout the year. Patent Agents are also provided a generously sized office and a culture that offers great work-life balance.

Contact
Qualified individuals interested in this position should forward a curriculum vitae, transcripts and writing samples to Michele J. Gudaitis at mgudaitis@marshallip.com. Please include graduate and undergraduate transcripts.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Reston, VA

February 17, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

H.C. Park & Associates, PLC is an innovative law firm that has been providing professional legal services in the areas of intellectual property and business law (corporations, contracts, and finance) to U.S. and international clients for over a decade. The firm is seeking a Patent Attorney to join its Reston, VA office.

Patent and Trademark Attorneys / Agents – Large Law Firm – Flexible Location

February 10, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - Northwest, - US - NYC, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Opinion / Due Diligence, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klintworth & Rozenblat IP, a fourteen lawyer/agent top-notch IP law firm, is seeking highly-qualified, experienced patent and trademark attorneys and agents having a minimum of five years of experience and portable books of business of $350,000 or more. The firm offers high compensation, the ability to telecommute if desired, autonomy and flexibility, a stress-free environment, and collegiality. Further information regarding the firm can be found at the firm's website.

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Washington, D.C. (Remote/Flexible)

February 10, 2020- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, 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.