Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Alexandria, Va.

February 22, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Oliff PLC, a full service IP Law firm with offices in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking Patent Attorneys and Patent Agents with a background in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or closely related fields.

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – San Francisco, Calif.

February 19, 2019- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Kudelski Group (the “Group”) is looking for a Registered U.S. Patent Agent with a strong technical background in the computer sciences and software technology to join the Kudelski Intellectual Property and Innovation (“KIPI”) team. The patent agent will work closely with KIPI’s patent attorneys to support KIPI in implementation of IP strategy for the Group and assist in worldwide protection and support of the Group’s IP and innovation. A successful candidate will have experience capturing inventions, drafting and prosecuting patent applications, and communicating with technical and business clients and partners. The patent agent needs to thrive in a complex, fast-paced, and dynamic business environment, and also enjoy collaboration and teamwork with fellow patent professionals and business partners.

Reports to: Senior Patent Counsel

Travel: 10%, domestic, possible international travel 1-2x year

Primary Responsibilities:

Develop a deep understanding of the Group’s various technologies (cybersecurity and video content management, security and delivery), market players, services, and providers.
Conduct innovation and invention disclosure sessions with inventors worldwide to drive innovation and capture inventions arising out of the Group’s businesses and technologies.
Assess invention disclosures and conduct prior art analysis to develop invention disclosures and select for submission to patent committee.
Participate in regular patent committee meetings to review invention disclosures and make patent operational decisions with technical leads and KIPI members serving on the committee.
Stay current with patent law changes and support development, maintenance, and education of best practices for US and worldwide patent systems.
Review and manage outside counsel following outside counsel guidelines and budget for preparation and prosecution of patent applications.
Manage office actions, foreign filing decisions, appeals, continuations, new filings, and occasionally draft applications to ensure compliance with varying global patent prosecution and enforcement systems.
Assist in implementing on the patent strategy for mitigating patent risk and leveraging the patent portfolio to meet business goals.
Participate in and drive processes for strategic and quality review of preparation and prosecution of patent applications.
Support case development for licensing and patent litigation in support of competitive threats and targets within the scope of IP strategy.
Assist in analysis of applications/patents being considered for use in licensing, acquisition, or divestiture.
Oversee implementation and expansion of inventor recognition program.
Ensure Group maintains a “Best in Class” asset management process with excellent results.

Essential Traits:

Self-starter who can work well as part of a cross-functional team based around the world.
Excellent communication skills, the ability to work with various levels of management, strong analytical skills, and detail oriented.
Strong organizational skills, e.g., maintaining attention to detail on multiple projects simultaneously, and the ability to adjust to changing priorities and deadlines.
Capacity to proactively isolate and prioritize issues and to focus on implementing both top-level, strategic solutions as well as the day-to-day initiatives.
Ability to quickly assimilate and understand complex situations and information, including highly technical information.
Able to quickly establish credibility, respect and trust with internal clients/stakeholders and external service providers and business partners.
Strong sense of ownership, integrity and courage of conscience.

Required Qualifications:

B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering.
Exposure and/or passion to learn the Group’s technologies including video content delivery, video security (e.g., DRM, conditional access), and cybersecurity.
Solid understanding of U.S. patent laws and USPTO procedures.
Proficiency with USPTO electronic systems (PAIR, PatFT, EFS Web).
Possess qualifications and desire to sit for the USPTO Patent Bar examination for registration as patent agent.
At least 1-2 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience of software applications.
Exposure to foreign patent laws and/or patent office systems.
Fluency in English language and excellent communication skills, particularly written communication skills.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience conducting invention disclosure/harvesting/mining sessions with inventors.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering.
Solid technical knowledge, industry experience, and/or education in the Group’s technologies including video content delivery, video security (e.g., DRM, conditional access), and cybersecurity.
Registered or pending registration as patent agent with the USPTO.
At least 1-2 years of practice supervising and/or providing strategic guidance in the preparation and prosecution of applications in foreign jurisdictions, in particular with Europe jurisdictions.
Knowledge of foreign patent laws and/or patent office systems, preferably European patent laws and European Patent Office (EPO) procedures.
At least 3-4 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience of software applications, preferably experience involving the technologies aligned with the Group’s business.
At least 1 year of experience independently conducting invention disclosure/harvesting/mining sessions with inventors.
Experience assessing invention disclosures for patentability.
Experience conducting prior art analysis for patentability, and/or patent infringement or validity.
Fluency in French is beneficial.
Language Skills:
English language fluency is necessary; French is beneficial

Benefits:

Market competitive compensation package (salary + bonus)
401(k) + company match
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Pre-tax benefit programs + other voluntary insurances
Robust online training opportunities
Generous time-off policies

Contact
To apply, please visit this link: https://careers.nagra.com/?page=advertisement_display&id=10854.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Francisco, California

IP Associate (PhD or Masters in Chemistry) – Large Law Firm – Multiple Locations

February 14, 2019- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, - US - NYC, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Armstrong Teasdale is seeking an IP Associate to join us as a member of the Chemical and Biotechnology Practice Area in the representation of scientists, universities and other research institutions, start-up companies, and established companies. Clients are active in a variety of disciplines including: pharmaceuticals, biologics, nutritionals, chemicals, agricultural, diagnostics, and medical devices.

I.P. Counsel – Large Corporation – Ipswich, Mass.

February 11, 2019- US - Northeast, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

New England Biolabs Inc. (NEB), a recognized leader in enzyme design and development, is seeking an IP Counsel who will join the Intellectual Property Group as a contributor to all Intellectual Property functions within the company.

Patent Attorney II – Small Corporation – Germantown, Md.

February 6, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Based in our Germantown, Maryland offices, Intrexon Corporation is seeking a Patent Attorney II to assist intrexon’s Intellectual Property team on a wide range of intellectual property issues in a growth-oriented synthetic biotechnology company. The Patent Attorney II will provide prosecution of patents and support for a wide range of patent protection, procurement efforts, freedom to operate and patentability relating to synthetic biotechnology, and potential regulatory matters. The ability to counsel research and business colleagues by providing clear advice is essential. Candidate will be responsible for maintaining and building the intellectual property portfolio through the use of patents, trademarks, copyright, trade secret and other regulatory means to protect Intrexon’s (the “Company”) current and future products. The incumbent must have experience with microbial fermentation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Proactive counseling of inventors and project leaders with respect to patent and trade secret matters and to identification of potential new inventions.
Provide timely advice to IP Counsel regarding intellectual property issues, including patentability, freedom-to-operate, infringement, contractual obligations and risk/benefit analyses which may impact the Company’s intellectual property.
Support business development efforts, including IP due diligence for prospective opportunities.
Keep IP Counsel informed of competitive intellectual property developments and relevant business advice, including intellectual property law updates as they affect the company’s business or opportunities.
Prepare, file and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent and trademark applications and interact with external counsel in the performance of such.
Coordinate with staff as needed to apprise them of developments in patent protection law and on-going efforts by the Company to ensure patent protection of new products.
Work with outside counsel on matters should the need arise.
Work on assignments independently that are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations.
Develop and implement patent strategy consistent with commercial goals and regulatory requirements.
Provide timely advice to management regarding intellectual property issues, including patentability, freedom-to-operate, infringement, contractual obligations and risk/benefit analyses which may impact the Company’s intellectual property.
Draft, negotiate, review and maintain various kinds of agreements, including license agreements, research agreements, material transfer agreements, sponsored research agreements, CRO agreements, confidentiality agreements and any other agreements which involve any aspect of the company’s intellectual property position.
Support business development efforts, including IP due diligence and contract drafting and negotiation for prospective opportunities.
Keep management informed of competitive intellectual property developments and relevant business advice, including intellectual property law updates as they affect the company’s business or opportunities.
Prepare, file and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent and trademark applications and manage external counsel in the performance of such.
Review and revise draft press releases, scientific presentations, publications, advertising and product label materials to protect and achieve maximum IP protection.
Coordinate with staff as needed to apprise them of developments in patent protection law and on-going efforts by the Company to ensure patent protection of new products.
Manage intellectual property litigation and direct outside counsel in matters should the need arise.
Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Registered Patent Attorney, preferably with a J.D. from a top law school and member of the Bar in good standing required.
Minimum of 5 to 6 years of total experience, including patent prosecution, opinion work, and license drafting in technologies related to one or more of the following; microbials, strain engineering and fermentation, and techniques and products used for generating transgenic organisms and multicellular organisms.
Undergraduate degree in life science discipline (molecular biology, microbiology, genetics or similar.)

Desired Key Competencies:

Ability to understand and execute on the company’s mission and values.
Maintain a high degree of ethical standard and trustworthiness.
Ability to think and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
Able to reach rational conclusions through complex processing of information.
Fosters innovation through creative solutions.
Successful at communicating in both oral and written forms.
Effective organization and implementation of group projects.
Up-to-date knowledge on industry current events.
Maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Energized by accomplishments and excellence in the workplace.
Capable of high performance in independent work as well as in team setting.

EOE MFDV

Contact
To apply, please email us at: kbucciero@dna.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Germantown, Maryland

Patent Prosecution Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations (Updated)

February 6, 2019- Asia, - US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Yangtze Memory Technologies Corporation (YMTC) is an integrated-device-manufacturing (IDM) memory company with a focus on the design, production, and sales of 3D NAND flash memory chips. YMTC's Intellectual Property Department (IP) is seeking a highly motivated patent attorney. In this role, Counsel will support the IP's efforts to build and maintain a high quality patent portfolio that furthers the goals of YMTC's dynamic business. More specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for personally drafting and prosecuting strategic, high quality patent applications, while supporting the department in a number of other activities critical for its success.

Patent Agent – Large Law Firm – San Diego, Calif.

February 4, 2019- US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

Pillsbury, a global law firm, is seeking a registered Patent Agent or Attorney with a Ph.D. degree in a biotech science to join the Intellectual Property section in our San Diego North office. Candidates who meet the qualifications detailed below may apply on our website at https://pillsburylaw.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External. Resume and writing sample should be included.

Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Va. or Telecommute

February 4, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Harrity & Harrity is looking for remote, full-time, or reduced hours patent professionals to prepare and/or prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies, including numerous Fortune 500 companies.

Patent Prosecution Associate or Agent (C.S. / E.E.) – Large Law Firm – Portland, Ore.

January 31, 2019- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking lateral patent prosecution associates or patent agents with electrical engineering, computer science, or physics degrees for its office located in Portland, Oregon. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials (top 33% of class preferred, top 10% strongly preferred) and preferably at least 1-4 years of experience prosecuting patent applications for electronics or computer software. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. Relevant industry experience or an advanced degree is preferred.

Senior Contract Patent Attorney – Small Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

January 31, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Levy & Grandinetti is seeking a Senior Contract Patent Attorney. Candidates must be able to submit a complete work product, in native English grammar and spelling, fully proofread, at least two weeks before the PTO deadline.

Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

January 29, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

NSIP LAW is a boutique intellectual property law firm located in downtown Washington, D.C., and our practice has consistently grown over the years. NSIP Law offers a competitive salary with opportunities for advancement within a collegial and dynamic environment.

Associate Attorney – Law Firm – Washington, D.C. or Chicago, Ill.

January 29, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Banner & Witcoff is seeking associate attorneys with 2-7 years of experience and a background in electrical engineering, computer engineering or computer science for its Washington, DC and Chicago, IL offices. Patent prosecution experience is preferred. Associates will work closely with clients and senior attorneys in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, with opportunities available for involvement in opinion work and litigation.

Patent Associate – Large Law Firm – Denver, Colo. or Seattle, Wash.

January 29, 2019- US - Northwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dorsey & Whitney LLP's patent group is seeking an Associate or Agent with two to five years of experience to be based in Denver or Seattle. This Associate or Agent will have the opportunity to work on a variety of patent prosecution projects. Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collegial and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Small Law Firm – Dayton, Ohio

January 24, 2019- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Stevens & Showalter, LLP is a growing patent law boutique seeking a law clerk, patent attorney or patent agent with a background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. Responsibilities will include patent application preparation and prosecution, conducting prior art searches, drafting clearance/invalidity opinions, client counseling, and other patent related projects.

Intellectual Property Associate – Large Law Firm – Atlanta, Ga.

January 22, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP is now accepting resumes for a full-time IP / Patent Associate position in our Atlanta office with 3-5 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in not only patent prosecution matters, but also trademark matters, opposition and cancellation proceedings before the TTAB, agreement and licensing matters, and other IP-related activities. A degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or physical science is strongly preferred (but not required). Must be admitted to practice before the USPTO and the Georgia Bar (or committed to becoming a member of the Georgia Bar).

Associate Patent Attorney – Large Law Firm – Shelton, Conn.

January 22, 2019- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Harrington & Smith, Attorneys At Law, LLC is seeking an associate patent attorney. Roles and responsibilities include patent application preparation and prosecution.

Prosecution Associate (Chemistry) – Law Firm – San Francisco, Calif.

January 16, 2019- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Mintz seeks an experienced associate with a chemistry background (preferably in organic chemistry) to join our San Francisco office. Ideal candidates will have 3 to 5 years prior law-firm or in-house patent prosecution experience.

Patent Counsel – Large Corporation – Multiple Locations

January 16, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Prosecution

HP Inc.’s Patent Development Group is seeking a highly motivated patent attorney to join its legal team. In this role, Counsel will support the Patent Development Group's efforts to build and maintain a high quality patent portfolio that furthers the goals of HP's dynamic business. More specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for personally drafting and prosecuting strategic, high quality patent applications, while supporting the department in a number of other activities critical for its success.

This unique opportunity will offer significant promotional and rotational opportunities. Successful candidates begin their careers in the Patent Development group and personally design their career path based on their goals and interests. Future roles can include patent portfolio management in Patent Development, rotations to IP Transactions & Counseling or IP Sales & Licensing, and Director or VP level leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities:

Drafting patent applications and office action responses.
Managing patent applications throughout the patent lifecycle by working directly with HP's inventor community, personally drafting and prosecuting high quality patent applications for strategically important inventions, and interacting with worldwide patent offices to secure valuable patent coverage
Actively participating in HP's invention disclosure review process to help ensure that HP's best inventions are identified and patented
Analyzing pending patent applications to determine their value to HP and to formulate a global filing strategy
Assisting patent portfolio managers with analysis of HP's patent portfolio, including preparation of claim charts
Collaborating with engineers in invention mining sessions, patent scrubs, and patent education sessions
Actively engaging in training, knowledge sharing, and other career development opportunities to hone technical and legal abilities and prepare for promotional or rotational opportunities
Participating from time to time as a member of a cross functional team to provide support in licensing, litigation, or other matters

Education And Experience Required:

A B.S. degree and/or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science
A J.D. degree from an accredited university and admission to a state bar
Admission to practice before the USPTO
1 to 7 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications
Strong academic credentials
Preference for candidates who have personally drafted at least 10 patent applications
Ability to work with clients in a team-oriented partnership to help them arrive at elegant solutions to their problems
Flexibility to accept new and different challenges in a fast paced, high-tech environment
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
A positive attitude, creative spirit, passion for IP law, and strong motivation to excel

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://h30631.www3.hp.com/job/boise/patent-counsel/3544/9503540. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and a recent writing sample, such as a published patent application and/or published Office Action response.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Houston, Texas; Vancouver, Washington; or Boise, Idaho

Patent Counsel – Small Corporation – Washington, D.C.

January 12, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Admin, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Unified Patents is again growing its legal department, and seeks experienced, registered, patent attorneys. Applicants must have at least 3 years of law firm or other relevant experience at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) and post-grant petition (IPR, PGR, and CBM), reexamination, and other administrative drafting and litigation experience;

Applicants should have a degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) or Computer Science (SC), as well as experience with video codecs, coding, cryptography, compression, signals, wireless communications, or other algorithmic subject matter. Patent examination experience is a plus; clerking experience is a plus; familiarity with ongoing cases post-SAS Institutes is a plus. Must be willing to work within a team, work well independently, and enjoy writing and editing. Journal and filing experience a plus. Strong preference for candidates located in the Washington, DC area.

DUTIES

Managing patent office proceedings internally
Drafting, filing, and litigating patent office proceedings, e.g., inter partes reviews
Handling calls with decision makers
Preparing for, conducting depositions
Presenting at oral hearings
Drafting motions and briefs
Supporting senior attorneys with management of ongoing matters
Support docketing, e-filing, deposit account, budgeting, and other IP functions
Editing work product of colleagues, outside counsel
Amicus curiae drafting and support; comment drafting and support
Contract, licensing, and other legal support services
Legal writing, support, and other various legal duties

REQUIREMENTS

3 years of PTAB (drafting petitions, filing, litigating, deposition) experience
State and Patent Bar passage
Ability to work independently and in a team
Excellent English written and oral communication skills

PREFERRED

Patent Office examination experience
Algorithmic, codec, and other code-based subject matter experience
Appellate and /or Clerking experience
EE or CS undergraduate degree
Graduate Technical (MS, MA, or PhD) degree
Willing to work from DC strongly preferred

BENEFITS
Aggressive, competitive benefits, with generous vacation and paid-for health insurance; freedom to work from home when appropriate; maternity and paternity leave; and financial support for bar and further education.

Contact
To apply, please visit this website: https://unifiedpatents.workable.com/j/591C80324F. Please provide cover letter showing PTAB filing experience.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Washington, D.C.

Associate Patent Attorney – Small Law Firm – Plantation, Fla.

January 2, 2019- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Christopher & Weisberg, PA has a full time position available for patent bar eligible 3L (following graduation) or recent graduate (now) with BS and/or MS in the biomedical arts (esp. biomedical engineering -- not a BA in Biology). Device industry experience would be wonderful. Work will initially be patent prosecution related for medical devices. Over time, work will broaden into other areas of patent work to include litigation support, as well as trademark work. Also seeking candidate with BSEE and/or MSEE for communications related patent work.