US Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Dresden, Germany

November 8, 2023- Europe, Work - Patent Prosecution

Viering, Jentschura & Partner mbB, a large law firm headquartered in Munich, Germany, and with offices throughout Germany and in Singapore, is seeking a U.S. patent attorney in our Dresden office. Our U.S. team drafts and prosecutes patent applications in the United States for a variety of U.S., European, and Asian companies; drafts legal opinions (e.g. infringement, invalidity, and freedom to operate); and counsels clients on U.S. litigation and post-grant proceedings.

Patent Attorney or Agent / Senior Patent Attorney or Agent, Wireless Communications – Corporation – Reston, VA

October 30, 2023Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Ofinno is a leading research and development lab for 5G/6G, Next-Gen Wi-Fi, and video compression technologies. Home to some of the world’s most prolific inventors, Ofinno helps companies stay ahead of the technological curve by outsourcing their R&D from ideation to delivery.

We are growing rapidly, and we need hard-working people to keep our enterprise at the leading edge of innovation. Our legal team works shoulder-to-shoulder with the technology team, from the conception of a new idea until the moment the patent is received. The end result is an industry-recognized portfolio, with global reach, at the core of next-generation tech.

Cross-training is what separates Ofinno from other R&D labs. We challenge our attorneys and agents to master the technical concepts underlying our inventors’ ideas. At the same time, our legal team is expected to educate our inventors on the legal aspects of intellectual property. Ofinno’s culture of mutual learning and collaboration is unique among R&D labs, and absolutely can not be duplicated at a law firm.

Job Description:

The open position is for a Patent Attorney. Ofinno has a similar position for a Patent Agent. Depending on skills and experience, the applicant may be considered for a role as Senior Patent Attorney or Senior Patent Agent.
The Patent Attorney will report to the IP Director for 5G/6G at our offices in Reston, Virginia. The Patent Attorney’s primary responsibility is to prosecute patent applications, including patents for standard-essential technologies in the 5G/6G technology area.

Ofinno relies on our tech experts to help interpret the cited art and identify distinctions. Our legal team is able to focus on crafting persuasive arguments, which helps Ofinno to obtain quality patents on a compact schedule. Ofinno’s patent portfolio has global reach, and our legal team is responsible for coordinating prosecution strategies across multiple global jurisdictions.

Other responsibilities include:

Reviewing patent applications
Assisting with drafting of specifications, figures, and claims
Assisting with filings and payments of fees
Searching prior art for relevant subject matter
Helping to prepare client presentations

Qualifications:
To fill the role of Patent Attorney, Ofinno is looking for an experienced candidate who is licensed to practice before a state bar and the USPTO. The candidate has an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, and has experience with 4G, 5G, 6G or Wi-Fi technology. Experience with European patent practice is a plus factor.

Additional Information
Our people are our business, and it is our job to take care of you. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on:

Competitive salaries within the range of $120-180k for a Patent Attorney, and up to $225k for a Senior Patent Attorney, with regular opportunities for salary increase, and additional compensation based on company performance and valuation.
401(K) matching -- We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that’s available on day one.
Free healthcare plans-- Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable.
Free Food -- Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee and tea.
Unlimited Paid Time Off -- Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations and personal time, so we offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave.
On-campus gym -- Unwind, reduce stress and feel great – even when you’re at work.
Other benefits, too long to list -- Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

To join Ofinno, please submit a resume, cover letter, and some writing samples to https://ofinno.com/careers/.

The writing samples preferably include: (a) a patent application that you have written in the area of 4G, 5G, 6G or Wi-Fi technology; and (b) at least one response to a USPTO or EPO Office Action. For the Office Action Response, we are particularly interested in the persuasiveness of your arguments regarding novelty and non-obviousness. We would like to see your best arguments regarding novelty or non-obviousness (for example, without relying on substantive claim amendments to overcome a rejection). Please do not provide Office Action responses that are primarily focused on 35 U.S.C. § 101 or 112.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Reston

Patent Attorney or Agent / Senior Patent Attorney or Agent, Video Compression – Corporation – Reston, VA or Remote

October 30, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Job Description:

The Patent Attorney will report to the IP Director for Video Compression at our offices in Reston, Virginia. The position is open to remote employees, but requires substantial collaboration with team members in the US Eastern time zone and throughout Europe. Ofinno offers a relocation bonus for a candidate who moves to Reston, Virginia.

The Patent Attorney’s primary responsibility is to work with our tech team to draft patent applications, including patents for standard-essential technologies in the video compression technology area.

Other responsibilities include:

Prosecuting patent applications
Assisting with filings and payments of fees
Searching prior art for relevant subject matter
Helping to prepare client presentations

Qualifications

To fill the role of Patent Attorney, Ofinno is looking for an experienced candidate who is licensed to practice before the USPTO and/or EPO. The candidate has an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, and has experience with video compression technology. Experience with point-cloud compression, dynamic mesh coding, or MPEG immersive video standards is a plus factor.

Additional information
Our people are our business, and it is our job to take care of you. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on:

Competitive salaries within the range of $120-180k for a Patent Attorney, and up to $225k for a Senior Patent Attorney, with regular opportunities for salary increase, and additional compensation based on company performance and valuation.
401(K) matching -- We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that’s available on day one.
Free healthcare plans-- Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable.
Free Food -- Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee and tea.
Unlimited Paid Time Off -- Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations and personal time, so we offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave.
On-campus gym -- Unwind, reduce stress and feel great – even when you’re at work.
Other benefits, too long to list -- Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

To join Ofinno, please submit a resume, cover letter, and some writing samples to https://ofinno.com/careers/

Do you have any special instructions for applicants, such as materials to include with their submission?
The writing samples preferably include: (a) a patent application that you have written in the area of video compression technology; and (b) at least one response to a USPTO or EPO Office Action. For the Office Action Response, we are particularly interested in the persuasiveness of your arguments regarding novelty and non-obviousness. We would like to see your best arguments regarding novelty or non-obviousness (for example, without relying on substantive claim amendments to overcome a rejection). Please do not provide Office Action responses that are primarily focused on 35 U.S.C. § 101 or 112.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Reston, VA or Remote

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Remote

October 25, 2023- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Guntin & Gust (G&G) is seeking Patent Attorneys and/or Patent Agents with 4-7+ years of experience. G&G has been in practice for over 13 years with its entire staff operating in a remote work environment. G&G has an extensive practice in US and foreign matters with Fortune 500 clients, which provides experienced attorneys and agents a comprehensive docket of matters to work on. G&G’s practice covers satellite, terrestrial and cellular communications, data mining technology, RF interference mitigation, fiber & semiconductor technologies, MRI imaging, DNA sequencers, gaming controllers, artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain technology, nanotechnology, fintech, just to name a few. G&G also has an extensive practice involving opinion work, which provides its attorneys a rich mix of matters to work on. In 2023, Patexia ranked G&G #1 in its list of Top 100 Best Performing Law Firms in High-Tech and Top 100 Best Performing Law Firms Overall. The Firm offers a partnership track for its top performers.

Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property – Corporation – Menlo Park, CA

October 24, 2023- US - West, Emp - Corporate (in-house), Intellectual Property, Tech - Biotech, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

GRAIL, a small corporation, is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to work in Menlo Park, CA.

Roles and Requirements:

As the Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property, you will support all aspects of GRAIL’s global Intellectual Property portfolio strategy, with a focus on patent preparation and prosecution in the life sciences and bioinformatics spaces. This role is based in Menlo Park, CA requiring an on site presence of two days or more a week. This role requires periodic travel, including travel to our affiliate GRAIL location in Raleigh, NC.

You will:

Report directly to the Head of Intellectual Property and lead a team of IP professionals/attorneys to develop and implement strategic IP plans and initiatives Assist in the implementation of IP programs and strategies in line with GRAIL’s business priorities and goals, with a focus on strategic US and ex-US patent filings and prosecution.

Collaborate with research and product development teams to identify and capture high value innovation, and identify the best forms of IP protection for such innovation

Manage internal and external resources for the preparation, filing, prosecution, strategy and management of U.S. and international patent and trademark portfolios

Partner with R&D and commercial business units as an IP generalist, including monitoring and analyzing competitive intellectual property and product offerings, coordinating patent landscape searches and analyses, and supporting corporate IP awareness through IP training

Your background should include:

10+ years experience practicing international patent prosecution, with prior in-house experience preferred
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree, admittance to California bar and in good standing, and registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office
Demonstrated success managing direct reports
Technical background and advanced degree in life sciences (e.g., biochemistry or molecular biology, ideally, with at least some bioinformatics and/or data science experience)
Demonstrated experience and track record of success building and maintaining a global intellectual property and patent portfolio
Experience in preparing and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications, and providing patentability, validity, and infringement assessments
Experience with global patent prosecution, patent appeals, post-grant proceedings, and European opposition proceedings
Ability to set priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines required and to flexibly change priorities as needed
Strong ability communicate complex patent and technical issues to management
Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to prioritize projects
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Apply online at:
https://jobs.lever.co/grailbio/59b7fdd6-95cd-4f76-aed1-2793d21cb499

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Menlo Park, CA

Chemical Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Austin, TX

October 24, 2023- US - Southwest, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

Abel Schillinger, LLP, a small law firm, is seeking a Chemical Patent Attorney or Agent to work in Austin, TX

Life Sciences & Chemical Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Remote

October 8, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Mannava & Kang, P.C. is boutique intellectual property firm in Fairfax, VA, looking for a patent attorney/agent to prepare and prosecute patent applications for leading global technology companies, including several Fortune 500 companies. It is preferred that applicants have at least a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, biotechnology or equivalent fields, and at least 4+ years of patent prosecution experience. Patent examining experience at the USPTO is a plus.

Patent Attorney – Mechanical Engineering Background – Law Firm – Sandy, Utah

September 27, 2023- US - Southwest, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Thorpe North & Western (TNW) is a leader in intellectual property services in Utah and the intermountain region. TNW is seeking a patent attorney with at least 1 to 2 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience to join its Sandy, Utah office.
Mechanical Engineering background and excellent writing skills are required. Applicants should possess substantial experience drafting patent applications since this position will focus primarily on patent application preparation and prosecution in the mechanical and electromechanical arts. Applicants must be admitted to practice before the USPTO.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – DC Metro – Nationwide Remote

September 25, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Plumsea Law Group, LLC is seeking a Patent Attorney / Agent to work in the DC Metro area or remotely

Patent Associate/Agent – Law Firm – Austin TX (or remote – US)

September 20, 2023- US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Davidson Sheehan LLP is an IP boutique headquartered in Austin, Texas looking for skilled and productive patent attorneys and agents to join our team. We serve a diverse group of sophisticated clients for whom we do exceptional work in a team-oriented environment.

Chemical Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Greenville, SC

September 19, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

19Dority & Manning is a rapidly growing intellectual property boutique with a unique approach to legal service and business operations. Not only do we believe that success is built upon exceptional relationships – internally and externally, but we also offer a distinctive firm structure and innovative solutions tailored to individual client needs. Our firm thrives on foundations of trust, openness, and integrity to build an environment of true collaboration. We aim to invest in our people, culture, and systems to create an atmosphere where all people grow and succeed.
From start-up ventures to multinational, Fortune 100 corporations, Dority & Manning represents a diverse set of organizations in all aspects of intellectual property law. Our team works closely with high-technology clients developing advancements in chemical and specialty materials, performance additives, process solutions, and other innovative technologies used in the medical, electronic, transportation, and other industries to secure patent protection and provide relevant strategic counsel.

Intellectual Property Attorney – Law Firm – Indianapolis, IN and Austin, TX

September 16, 2023- US - Midwest, - US - Southwest, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Reichel Stohry Dean LLP, a 4-attorney firm with partners in Indianapolis, IN and Austin, TX, is seeking experienced intellectual property attorneys who have at least 4 years of solid trademark and/or patent experience to join the firm’s fast-growing patent prosecution, trademark prosecution, and intellectual property litigation practices. While the ideal candidate would have experience in all facets of the intellectual property practice, we are open to candidates whose practices are focused on: (a) mostly patent prosecution; (b) both patent and trademark prosecution; or (c) both trademark prosecution and intellectual property litigation.

Clinical Professor of Law – Education – Boston, Massachusetts

September 14, 2023- US - Northeast, Emp - Educational, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Suffolk University Law School’s nationally ranked Clinical Programs seeks to hire a tenured or tenure-track Clinical Professor to lead our Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurship Clinic (IPEC).

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Westport, CT, Boston, MA or Portland, ME

September 9, 2023- US - Northeast, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Verrill seeks a Patent Associate or Counsel with at least three (3) years of experience to join our Intellectual Property Practice Group in Westport, Connecticut, Boston, Massachusetts, or Portland, Maine. The ideal candidate is a registered patent attorney with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. The successful candidate must have significant experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications and conducting patent invalidity and non-infringement analyses. Some experience, or willingness to learn, trademark prosecution is a plus.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Denver, CO

September 9, 2023- US - Southwest, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Holzer Patel Drennan has a position for a Patent Attorney with 5+ years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Qualified candidates will have an undergraduate or advanced degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical, biotechnology, or computer-related discipline. A portable book of business is preferred. Candidate must have the ability to further develop a diverse intellectual property practice. The hired candidate will work at the Denver, CO office location. Trademark, transactional, licensing, and/or copyright experience is a plus.

Patent Attorney, Patent Agent or Law Clerk – Law Firm – Centerville, OH

September 9, 2023- US - Midwest, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Stevens & Showalter, LLP, a small law firm, is seeking a Patent Attorney, Patent Agent or Law Clerk to work in Centerville, OH

Patent Attorney/Agent – Large Law Firm – Manchester, N.H.

August 31, 2023- US - Northeast, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Any / Other, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Finch & Maloney PLLC is currently seeking lateral associates or agents with electrical engineering, computer science, and physics degrees for its patent prosecution practice in Manchester, New Hampshire. All positions require excellent writing ability, attention to detail, USPTO registration, state bar (for attorneys), and a minimum of 3 years of patent prosecution experience. Candidates with pre-law engineering work experience are preferred. Experience in semiconductor processes, or hardware and software design is a major plus. Remote work arrangements available for the right candidates - join us to work with experienced practitioners and exciting technology in a client-focused and collegial environment.

Patent Associate / Patent Agent – Mechanical – Law Firm – Remote

August 11, 2023- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

IPkey is a small patent law firm committed to securing better patents, faster, and more efficiently. We accomplish this by providing our clients unrivaled access and clear communication, and by leveraging technology to make better patent decisions. We serve a range of high-growth enterprise clients, foreign law firms, and individual inventors.

Patent Agent/Attorney/Associate – Law Firm – DC, Boston, New York

August 11, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - NYC, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Patent Prosecution

ArentFox Schiff LLP is seeking a patent prosecution professional (patent agent, attorney, or associate) with two to six years of experience to join our highly-regarded team in our DC, NY or Boston office. A degree in Organic Chemistry or a related field, intellectual curiosity, excellent academic credentials and experience in drafting and prosecuting US and worldwide applications are required. Additional requirements include: strong organizational and writing skills and a desire to excel in a large law firm environment. This is a client-facing position in which the candidate will work directly with inventors and scientists, so strong oral communication skills are necessary. Adeptness with ChemDraw is a plus. The position comes with responsibility and independence, but also features appropriate training and oversight. Clients are chiefly in the pharma (brand and generic) and medical device fields. In addition to prosecution, the candidate will also assist partners with non-infringement, invalidity and freedom-to-operate opinions. Membership in the Patent Bar is required. ArentFox Schiff offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Attorney/Patent Agent – Law Firm – Arlington, VA

August 4, 2023- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nixon & Vanderhye, P.C., a leading Washington, D.C.-area intellectual property law firm, seeks a patent attorney or agent with no more than up to 2-4 years of experience preparing and prosecuting mechanical-related patent applications.