Associate – Law Firm – Austin, Texas

March 30, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, 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. The opening is for our office in Austin, Texas . 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. Patent preparation and prosecution experience is preferable.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Philadelphia, Pa.

March 25, 2016- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Volpe and Koenig, P.C., a Center City Philadelphia Intellectual Property law firm has an opening in its electrical department for an electrical engineer and/or computer science attorney with at least three years of intellectual property experience.

IP Associate – Law Firm – Boston, Mass.

March 25, 2016- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough is seeking an Experienced mid-level Associate to join its growing intellectual property group in its Boston office. The candidate will work directly with attorneys and patent agents on IP matters for leading pharmaceutical companies and biotechnology start-ups. Primary responsibilities include patent prosecution and opinion work. The position requires a PhD or equivalent in molecular cell biology, immunology, biochemistry or relevant biological science. The candidate must have strong communication, writing, analytical and organizational skills, and will receive mentoring and training in the practice of intellectual property law.

IP Associate – Law Firm – Boston, Mass.

March 25, 2016- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough is seeking an IP Associate to join its growing intellectual property group in its Boston office. The candidate will work directly with attorneys and patent agents on IP matters for leading high-tech companies and start-ups. A background in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering is required. All candidates should have excellent academic credentials and strong writing, analytical and communications skills. 2 to 4 years of patent prosecution experience required. Massachusetts Bar admission and USPTO admission preferred

IP Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

March 24, 2016- US - Midwest, - US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Thompson Hine LLP seeks an associate to join its Intellectual Property practice group. Applicants should have at least two years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, preferably in a law firm, and be registered to practice before the USPTO. The ideal candidate will possess an electrical engineering, physics or computer science undergraduate degree. Candidates currently licensed to practice in Ohio are preferred. A superior academic record, strong work ethic, and excellent research and writing skills are required. This position may be based in our Cincinnati, Dayton, Cleveland or Columbus office.

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – San Jose, Calif.

March 19, 2016- US - Silicon Valley & SF, - US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Synaptics is seeking a Patent Attorney who will play an integral role in guiding the growth of Synaptics’ patent and other Intellectual Property (IP) portfolios. The Patent Attorney will partner with Synaptics’ business divisions and work with technologists to identify and document inventions, lead committee reviews of internal invention disclosures, perform patentability evaluations, define patent preparation and prosecution strategies, and manage outside counsel.

Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Allentown, Pa.

March 19, 2016- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Design IP, a small intellectual property law firm located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, seeks a patent attorney or agent to join our thriving practice.

To be successful in this position, the attorney/agent will need the skills and experience to independently prepare patent applications, analyze Office Actions, and handle Office Action responses. 2+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience under the supervision of an experienced patent practitioner is required. A degree in a chemical engineering or electrical engineering is a plus but applicants with all technical backgrounds will be considered.

We have a robust practice that includes a wide range of technical disciplines and a diverse client base, ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 companies. Although patent preparation and prosecution will be an area of emphasis for this position, there will be opportunities to work in nearly all areas of intellectual property law, including trademark preparation and prosecution, IP opinions and agreements, IP transactions, and IP litigation.

Our patent professionals choose their own work/life balance. Our minimum billing expectation for full time attorneys/agents is 1500 hours per year, and we welcome experienced attorneys or agents who prefer a flexible or part-time schedule. We are open to professionals who prefer to work remotely for a portion of his/her normal weekly schedule. Base salaries are based on expected billings and bonuses are paid on a percentage basis for additional billings. We offer benefits including retirement, health insurance and disability.

We also offer the lifestyle benefits of the Lehigh Valley, including short commute times (less than 15 minutes for most of our staff), reasonable cost of living, excellent public and parochial schools, close proximity to Philadelphia, New York and Washington, DC, and minor league hockey and baseball teams. This is a great place to live and raise a family.

Contact
When applying to this position, please include a cover letter, resume and writing samples. Writing samples must include at least two patent applications for which you drafted the specification and claims and a substantive Office action response. A legal brief (such as a motion for summary judgment) would also be helpful. Apply to recruiting@designip.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania

Patent Agent – Law Firm – Los Angeles, Calif.

March 15, 2016- US - Southwest, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Morrison & Foerster LLP has an urgent need for a Patent Prosecution Agent in the Los Angeles Office.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Cary, N.C.

March 15, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Withrow & Terranova, PLLC, a mid-size patent boutique law firm located in beautiful Cary, North Carolina and next to Research Triangle Park, Durham, NC, is seeking a highly qualified Patent Attorney who possesses at least a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering. An exceptionally strong technical background or aptitude in the computer-related arts is required, with software development experience a must and knowledge of electrical circuits being preferred. The position involves assistance in patent application preparation and prosecution, client counseling, opinion work, and other related IP matters for some of the world’s leading high technology companies and research universities. The candidate should ideally possess 1-4 years of patent application preparation and prosecution experience.

Sr. Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

March 15, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

J. Fish Law, PLLC, a Patent Boutique located in Minneapolis, MN has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Patent Attorney. J. Fish Law is looking for a highly capable Senior Associate or Partner Level Patent Attorney with experience in one or more of the following areas: telecommunications, signal processing, multimedia coding, memory devices, or integrated circuits. Applicants must have 5+ years of experience in patent prosecution and/or patent litigation, a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Physics from a Top Engineering School, and a J.D. from a Top Law School.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Tysons Corner, Va. / Nationwide

March 12, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

MH2 Technology Law Group LLP is looking for an experienced, full-time, patent professional to draft and prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies, including several Fortune 500 companies. Candidates must have excellent writing and communication skills, and at least three years experience in biotechnology and chemistry prosecution and application drafting. Patent Examiner experience is a plus, as is significant experience directing foreign prosecution, particularly in the EPO, China, and Japan.

Patent Attorney/Agent/Technical Specialist – Law Firm – Remote/Telecommuting

March 12, 2016Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

DiBerardino McGovern IP Group LLC (DMIP Group) is seeking a Patent Attorney, Patent Agent, or Technical Specialist with 1-3 years of experience to join our team. The position will involve all aspects of patent prosecution and counseling, including a substantial amount of patent application drafting. We offer a competitive salary, flexible working hours, 401k plan, a friendly environment, and the opportunity to work remotely from any location in the United States.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Portland, Ore.

March 10, 2016- US - Northwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking lateral patent prosecution associates and agents with an advanced degree in the biological sciences (a Ph.D. or M.D. is required). Candidates should have excellent academic credentials (top 33% of class minimum, top 10% strongly preferred) and at least 1-4 years of experience prosecuting patent applications for biotechnology related matters. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. Relevant industry experience is preferred.

U.S. Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Gifu City, Japan

March 10, 2016- Asia, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

ONDA TECHNO is a leading Japanese IP firm with over 45 years of history. Our main office is located in Gifu city and we have branch offices in Tokyo, Osaka, Shanghai, China and Taiwan. We are seeking a U.S. patent attorney with a mechanical engineering background (especially, electro-mechanical devices) and at least five years experience in prosecuting patent applications. State bar and patent bar registration is required. The candidate will be stationed in our main Gifu office and his or her responsibilities shall include:

Patent Specialist – Law Firm – Boston, Mass.

March 7, 2016- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Work - Patent Prosecution

The global law firm of K&L Gates seeks a Patent Specialist for its Boston office. The Boston office provides patent procurement services and counseling to a variety of different clients--multinational corporations, private companies, entrepreneurs, universities and sole inventors. The Boston office clients are located throughout the U.S. as well as abroad. Attorneys in the Boston office practice in several areas of technology including life and medical sciences, computer sciences, medical devices, and electronics to name but a few. The patent attorneys and staff are very personable and look forward to welcoming a new member to their practice.

The Patent Specialist will assist with specific tasks such as:

U.S. patent prosecution:

Prepare, review and file U.S. Patent Office communications including, but not limited to, new applications; responses to Office Actions and other communications; Information Disclosure Statements; invention assignments and related ownership transfers;
Oversee and manage specific client’s Extranet systems to access and communicate all correspondence, Patent Office filings and Patent Office mail;
Assist attorneys with review of daily docketing tasks and deadlines;
Communicate with the Patent Office on behalf of an attorney(s) regarding procedural and administrative matters;
Search for and procure documents, file histories, certified copies, prior art, etc. when requested by an attorney(s);
Maintain current knowledge of Patent Office Regulations and Rules, and changes in procedures;
Assist in other substantive duties and special projects as requested by an attorney.

International patent prosecution:

Perform a variety of foreign prosecution-related tasks such as preparation and filing of PCT applications and other non-U.S. prosecution filings;
Manage all national and regional stage patent filings as well as formality requirements specific to each country;
Engage in direct communications with foreign patent attorneys in order to manage and maintain foreign prosecution matters;
Manage and report to a client(s) incoming mail associated with foreign filings;
Send reminders to attorneys related to various response deadlines.

Other responsibilities:

Review daily docket and deadlines;
Analyze issued US patents for proper Patent Term Adjustment calculations by the Patent Office;
Use patent analytical software to research and compile worldwide patent portfolio data;
Maintain current knowledge of international patent rules and procedures;
Assist in other substantive duties and special projects as requested by an attorney.

The successful candidate for the position of Patent Specialist must be equipped with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to carry out the required tasks, including:

College degree preferred, however, appropriate on-the-job experience is valued;
Knowledge and understanding of Intellectual Property basic legal terminology;
Attention to detail;
Ability to interact with multiple attorneys and staff while handling multiple tasks and special projects as well as routine responsibilities on a daily basis;
Ability to make informed judgment decisions;
Ability to balance the use of initiative with level of knowledge, a willingness to follow instructions and recognize when a problem, concern, or discrepancy should be brought to the attention of an attorney;
Ability to communicate effectively with a varied audience, including all levels of firm members, vendors, clients, and other outside interested parties;
Ability to effectively manage and communicate confidential issues.

Any information contained on this form represents the usual method of accomplishing the duties in this job. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in appropriate circumstances. However, as the nature of an accommodation may vary depending on the needs and desires of an individual with a disability, it is impossible to describe in advance specific accommodations which will be considered.

NOTE: Nothing in this job description restricts the firm’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Contact
Apply on our website using this direct link: https://recruit.klgates.com/psp/PSHRPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=4673&PostingSeq=1.

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Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Charlotte, N.C.

March 7, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Oliff PLC, a full service IP Law Firm in Charlotte, NC is seeking Patent Attorneys or Agents with a background in electrical engineering and computer science, or closely related fields. Applicants must have a minimum of two years solid patent prosecution experience in a law firm; some experience drafting patent applications is preferred. Positions involve all aspects of patent prosecution, with opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility and movement into other areas of our IP practice. Competitive salary and benefits package.

Patent Agent or Technical Advisor – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

March 4, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a a Patent Agent or Technical Advisor for our Minneapolis office’s patent department, to assist with patent prosecution and application preparation. Dorsey offers a collegial and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Canton, Ohio

March 1, 2016- US - Midwest, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Dureska, Kennedy & Moore, L.L.C. is seeking a full-time Patent Attorney with at least 3 years IP experience, USPTO and Ohio licenses and aptitude in mechanical arts for sophisticated Intellectual Property Boutique located in Canton, Ohio servicing local, regional and global clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in U.S. and foreign patent and trademark preparation and prosecution, right-to-use and validity investigations, IP Agreements, and other IP matters. Must be detail oriented, have strong organizational skills, and be able to work independently and manage multiple ongoing projects. Competitive salary and benefits package.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Charleston, S.C.

March 1, 2016- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Barnwell Whaley is seeking a patent attorney to work in its intellectual property practice group. The successful candidate will be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office and have sufficient experience to prepare and successfully prosecute a US Patent Application to issue with minimal supervision in a broad range of technologies. Candidates should have at least $150,000 per annum portable business. Trademark prosecution experience is a plus. Attorneys with substantial portable business will be considered for special counsel or member status.

Patent Attorney – Dept. of Navy – Point Mugu or China Lake, Calif. (Updated)

February 29, 2016- US - West, Emp - Government, Work - Patent Prosecution

There is a vacancy for a patent attorney to serve as an Assistant or Associate Counsel within the Office of Counsel, Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD). The NAWCWD Office of Counsel has offices at both Point Mugu, California and China Lake, California. The preference is to assign the successful applicant to Point Mugu, California, but assignment to China Lake, California may be considered. NAWCWD is a field activity of the Naval Air Systems Command.

The candidate selected for this position will provide a range of intellectual property and technology legal services including preparing, drafting, and prosecuting patent and trademark applications; counseling on intellectual property matters; counseling on contract and technology transfer matters; reviewing and negotiating patent licenses; resolving patent and copyright administrative claims; counseling on contract surveillance regarding invention disclosure; and counseling on rights in technical data and computer software. The selected candidate will be expected to travel, including between activities.This position will be filled under an alternative pay system at the DA-03/04/05/06 level, which is equivalent to the GS-11/12/13/14 grade levels. Requirements for the position include an undergraduate degree in Electrical 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 RF communication systems technology and signal processing.Experience in patent preparation and prosecution of RF communication systems technology, signal processing, and software is highly desirable.

To be eligible for selection at the DA-03 level, GS-11 equivalent, recent law school graduates must have one year of legal experience, and 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 level, GS-12 equivalent, the applicant must have at least two years of successful legal practice in intellectual property. To be eligible for selection at the DA-0-05 level, GS-13 equivalent, the applicant must have in excess of two years of successful legal practice in intellectual property. To be eligible for selection at the DA-06-level, GS-14 equivalent, the applicant must have at least three and one half years of successful legal practice as an intellectual property attorney. As the desired grade level rises, concentrated experience in the noted areas of practice and familiarity with Navy processes and procedures become increasingly important. Pay will be set commensurate with the successful applicant's qualifications, funding availability, and the applicable pay setting guidelines.

Applicants will be evaluated on: 1) their patent prosecution knowledge, skills and abilities; (2) their experience or potential for growth in the relevant practice areas; 3) their research, analytical, and writing skills; and 4) their ability to work well with clients and other staff in both team and individual situations. The successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen; have graduated from a law school 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; be admitted to practice before a state or federal court and the United States Patent and Trademark Office; and be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Contact
Interested attorneys may contact Ms. Charlene Haley at 760-939-8423.

Applicants should submit an SF-171, OF-612, or resume; two legal writing samples; two most recent performance appraisals (if available); and the names and telephone numbers of at least three references (other than current supervisors) who are familiar with the candidate's legal skills and who may be contacted. Application materials should also include a telephone number and contact name for all previous employers. If a candidate does not wish for OGC to contact their current employer, they should so indicate. Attorneys who have graduated from law school after 2008 must provide a copy of their law school transcripts, including class rank. The application should also state the lowest pay level that the applicant will consider.

Application file size must be under 7MB and shall be submitted electronically to the following address: NAWCWD.OGC.PA-53@myteam.navair.navy.mil with a copy to Charlene.Haley@navy.mil.

This announcement will close on March 24, 2016 at 11:59 PM EST (updated), and applications must be received by that 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).

Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must specifically claim such eligibility in their cover letter, identify the basis for the claim, and include supporting documentation (e.g., the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty or other supporting documentation) with their submission. Not all veterans are preference eligible. For a summary of time periods, campaigns, and conditions that entitle an applicant to preference eligibility, please visit www.opm.gov/veterans and review the "Vets Info Guide" and the "Vets Guide." There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference for attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of the Navy Office of the General Counsel considers veterans' preference eligibility a positive factor in the attorney hiring process. Applicants who do not claim and do not provide adequate supporting documentation for veterans' preference will not receive the positive factor consideration.

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 in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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Additional Info
Employer Type: Government
Job Location: Point Mugu or China Lake, California

NAWCWD is the Navy's premier research, development, test, and evaluation activity for air-based weapons systems, including guided missiles and advanced weapons systems. NAWCWD performs research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E), logistics, integration of weapons and avionics on tactical aircraft, and in-service support for guided missiles, free-fall weapons, targets, support equipment, crew systems, electronic warfare, RF communication system technology (which include antennas), and signal processing of images. NAWCWD operates a 1.1 million acre land range (larger than the state of Rhode Island), and a 36,000 square mile sea range off the Southern California coast. For more information about NAWCWD, please visit our website.