Patent Attorney / Agent / Technical Specialist – Law Firm – Albany, N.Y.

Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C Heslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti P.C., an Albany-based New York intellectual property law firm, has immediate openings for Patent Attorneys and Agents and Technical Specialists

Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will preferably have substantial industry experience with developing, integrating and employing computer science (CS) technology and should have substantial knowledge of interface standards, such as communication networks and protocols (including Transport Layer, Network Layer and Link Layer protocols), operating system internals, databases, information security, software development tools, hardware standards, languages and other Web related components. Ideal candidates will have a minimum one to five years experience in patent prosecution and be registered to practice before the USPTO, but all candidates with professional experience in patent prosecution will be considered.

Contact:
Please email resumes in confidence to bh@hrfmlaw.com. No recruiters please.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Albany, New York

Founded in 1970, the firm is devoted exclusively to intellectual property matters. The firm focuses on US and foreign patent trademark and copyright procurement as well as litigation of disputes for clients that include regional and national Fortune 100 companies. The firm seeks to attract highly qualified candidates interested in engaging in challenging and diversified legal work while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of the Capital Region of Upstate New York.
Visit our website at www.hrfmlaw.com.

Patent & IP Attorney or Patent Agent – Law Firm – San Jose, Calif.

Hickman Palermo Truong Becker Bingham Wong LLP, a growing Silicon Valley transactional IP firm, is seeking an associate attorney to provide top-quality patent preparation and prosecution services for exceptional high-tech clients in the areas of computer software, Internet technologies, networking, and semiconductors. Our firm represents several Fortune 100 companies and well-known mid-cap and startup companies who come to us for our exceptional IP legal services. We provide a team-oriented and collegial working environment with an ongoing attorney training program that is second to none. Your responsibilities will include patent prosecution (80%), opinions and pre-litigation counseling (10% to 20%), and for some candidates, trademark prosecution and licensing (10% to 20%).

We prefer 2+ years relevant law experience. We require an undergraduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer systems engineering, computer engineering, or physics. Much of our patent work involves complex software and computer systems inventions, so substantial familiarity in software design and engineering is a must. Technical subject matter may include databases, network protocols, 3D graphics, internet search, social networking, grid computing, user authentication and cryptography, digital video, email processing, semiconductor devices and processing, and other cutting-edge technologies.

State bar admission and USPTO admission in good standing are a plus. We offer a complete, competitive benefits package.

Contact:
Apply by emailing the firm at: attorney-position1@h35g.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: San Jose, California

Patent Prosecution Paralegal – Small Corporation – Chicago, Ill.

Trading Technologies Trading Technologies is seeking to add a Patent Prosecution Paralegal with vision and ambition to support its IP Team in Chicago, Illinois. The Patent Prosecution Paralegal will have an integral role in the administration and management of Trading Technologies’ expanding global patent portfolio in the trading software industry and serve as a resource for other members of the IP Team, outside counsel, and inventors to secure and administer appropriate protection for Trading Technologies’ innovations. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and competent at providing direction to others, as well as comfortable with teamwork. The objective is to ensure the global patent portfolio remains secure and well-positioned to support our growth.

Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the IP Team to develop, implement, and maintain docketing processes, procedures and policies for invention disclosures, patents, and patent applications, including daily or periodic clearance of workflow.
• Advise the IP Team regarding proposed changes to the MPEP, the Code of Federal Regulations, and court opinions that affect the docketing process.
• Coordinate and report communications with the USPTO and foreign patent agencies.
• Prepare and file appropriate documentation for patent applications.
• Coordinate electronic filings of patent applications and communications with the USPTO.
• Coordinate filing of Information Disclosure Statements, including maintaining a database to ensure prior art is being cited where appropriate.
• Interface with inventors to capture new innovations for review by the IP Team.
• Interact with U.S. and international counsel.
• Perform comprehensive literature searches to identify potential prior art.
• Administer inventor awards program.
• Assist other departments to ensure understanding and expectations for patent policies and rules, including fielding questions from employees.
• Review new patent grants for errors and corrections.
• Maintain docketing system for invention disclosures, patent applications, and patents.
• Prepare patent committee meeting agendas; obtain, assemble and distribute meeting materials.
• Identify and coordinate training needs for individuals within the IP team.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree with a Paralegal certificate is preferred.
• Five (5) years of progressive experience providing a thorough understanding of domestic and international patent prosecution practice to achieve business objectives.
• Experience with working with extensive patent portfolios and docketing systems (experience with Anaqua is preferred).
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Organized, independent, detailed oriented, and enthusiastic, with a demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, on multiple tasks, and to meet deadlines.
• Experienced with the USPTO’s Electronic Filing System (EFS), and Patent Term Adjustment.
• Ability to search patent and related literature in public and proprietary databases quickly and efficiently.
• Familiarity with patent law and practice, including the MPEP, Code of Federal Regulations, is preferred.

Headquartered in Chicago with 12 offices globally, TT has received "best in class" awards from numerous independent third parties including FOW, Buy-Side Technology, The Technical Analyst and Chicago magazines as well as the Illinois Information Technology Association (ITA).

TT is committed to providing an environment where highly talented, challenge-hungry people thrive. We invest heavily in employee satisfaction. Competitive salaries, stock options, company-matched retirement plans, low-cost comprehensive health benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, 22 days of paid time off plus holidays, pre-tax commuting benefits, health club subsidies, company-sponsored social outings, game room lounges, an ultra-casual work environment, company sponsored social events, and free breakfast, snacks, and beverages are just some of the benefits of working at TT.

Contact:
Please send your resumes to: careers@tradingtechnologies.com
222 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 1100 | Chicago, IL 60606 | http://www.tradingtechnologies.com/careers.

Trading Technologies
222 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 1100
Chicago, IL 60606
http://www.tradingtechnologies.com/careers

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

Are you interested in pursuing your passion in an industry that demands innovation? Trading Technologies (TT) is looking for self-motivated employees who thrive on challenges and take ownership in fast-paced and collaborative environments.

Trading Technologies (www.tradingtechnologies.com) develops multi-asset-class trading software and microsecond server-based execution solutions for the world’s premier investment banks, proprietary traders, brokers, hedge funds and other trading institutions. On any given day, thousands of traders in more than 40 countries use TT’s software to access dozens of global derivatives markets. TT’s software & solutions are distributed through more than 100 firms, including 19 of the top 20 U.S futures brokers.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Indianapolis, Ind.

Faegre Baker Daniels Faegre Baker Daniels seeks an Associate to join our thriving Indianapolis Intellectual Property Group. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. Successful candidates will have 2-4 years experience in preparing and prosecuting patents and be a member of the patent bar. Required undergraduate degree in either electrical engineering or computer science (experience in chip, video processing, and wireless technologies is a plus). Candidates must also have excellent academic credentials and have strong written and oral communications skills. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

Contact:
Please send or e-mail cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript to:

Trisha Selden, Legal Talent Manager
Faegre Baker Daniels
2200 Wells Fargo Center
90 South Seventh Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Trisha.Selden@FaegreBD.com

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Faegre Baker Daniels is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a disabled veteran or other veteran or military status, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, affectional preference, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or other protected by class status.

Patent Agent – Law Firm – New York, N.Y.

Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP is a premier, full-service law firm. We are currently seeking candidates with technical backgrounds for our patent agent program. This position would be based out of either Menlo Park, CA or New York, NY. A candidate must have strong written and oral communication skills in addition to technical background and/or education. Applicant must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or, if not admitted, be prepared to take the examination within two years. If accepted to the program, you will assist our clients in every step of the patent process -- from drafting patent applications to prosecuting those applications at the Patent Office. We also offer an option for all participants to apply to law school, and if accepted, you will then enroll in either a day or evening program with the firm paying all tuition expenses. While attending law school, you will be expected to work at a reduced schedule during the academic year and full-time during the summer. You may also be given opportunities to assist with patent infringement litigations, as well as other legal matters, as you progress through law school. The career roadmap for patent agents generally leads to an associate position at the firm following graduation from law school.

Benefits for the program include a competitive salary, full law school tuition and textbook allowance, medical benefits, and paid vacation time.

For more information about Kramer Levin, please visit our website at www.kramerlevin.com.

Technical Background:
B.S. or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and/or Computer Science

Base Salary for Patent Agents:
Over $100,000

Contact:
To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, transcript, and (optional) technical writing sample to legalrecruiting@kramerlevin.com with Patent Agent in the subject line.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: New York, New York 

Patent Attorney – Large Corporation – Atlanta, Ga.

Carestream Health, Inc. Carestream Health, Inc. is seeking a Patent Attorney to support its Dental business unit, which includes digital dental x-ray systems and software, practice management software, dental film, and anesthetics. The Patent Attorney will be located at Carestream’s Atlanta, Georgia office.

Responsibilities:
• Draft patent applications
• Prosecute patent applications, both in the United States and internationally.
• Manage outside counsel involved in international prosecution.
• Provide legal counsel regarding patentability of new products and technologies.
• Provide legal counsel regarding infringement and validity issues.
• Provide advice on product and technology development in light of the competitive IP landscape.
• Review and analyze competitor patents and competitor technology and provide analysis for developing both defensive and offensive IP strategies.
• Provide support for patent litigation.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures relating to intellectual property.
• Keep current with case law and other legal developments.

Required Skills and Experience:
• J.D. from an accredited Law school.
• Minimum of B.S. in Electrical Engineering, B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, BS in Physics.
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a patent attorney, including experience in patent preparation and prosecution and counseling on infringement and validity issues.
• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Admission to one state bar; preferably admitted to Georgia or eligible for admission via reciprocity.
• Conversational French language skills highly desirable, with preference given to candidates with business level French language skills.
• Candidates local to Atlanta, Georgia strongly preferred..
• Must have the ability to travel to Carestream’s sites in Paris, France and Shanghai, China on regular basis.
• Ability to work with people at different management levels within the company.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills: strong Word, Excel and experienced working with different databases.

Contact:
To apply for this position, please visit the careers section of our website at www.carestream.com/careers.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Carestream Health is a dynamic global company with over 100 years of leadership in radiology and healthcare IT. We are passionately committed to helping our customers do their jobs better, faster and more cost effectively. By applying our insights and experience, we create inventive, elegant solutions that offer a smarter way forward.

Headquartered in Rochester, NY, Carestream has over 7000 employees operating in 150 countries. Our customers range from large enterprises to small private practices, including: large health systems, hospitals, imaging centers, medical groups and dental practices. In addition to our innovative radiology products, Carestream also sells solutions for information management, non-destructive testing, molecular imaging, thin-film coating & nanomaterials.

Carestream Health, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Patent Associate / Agent – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

Cantor Colburn LLPCantor Colburn LLP is seeking an Associate who will be responsible for drafting and prosecuting patent applications domestically and internationally in the chemical and chemical engineering arts, as well as preparing invalidity, infringement, and freedom to operate analyses.  

The successful candidate must have a degree in chemistry or chemical engineering with strong technical knowledge. It is preferred to have at least two years of patent drafting experience including having drafted more than 20 patent applications and having prosecuted applications both in the U.S. and overseas.  Excellent academic credentials and writing and communication skills are required.  With sufficient experience, the candidate can work in any of the firm’s offices.  Please be prepared to provide a work sample and references.

Contact:
Please send resume and cover letter to careers@cantorcolburn.com.  No calls, please.  Cantor Colburn LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Washington, D.C., Hartford, Atlanta, Houston and Detroit

Cantor Colburn is one of the largest full-service intellectual property law firms in the country, with growing offices in Washington, D.C., Hartford, Atlanta, Houston and Detroit.  In recent rankings, Cantor Colburn was #8 in the country for issued U.S. patents and #20 for registered U.S. trademarks.  The firm’s clients are among the leading companies in the United States and around the world, including Fortune 100 companies, privately held companies, select high tech start-ups and universities.

Patent Engineer – Large Corporation – St. Louis, Mo.

Elekta, Elektaa human care company pioneering significant innovations and clinical solutions for treating cancer and brain disorders, is currently seeking a Patent Engineer to join our team.

The role of a Patent Engineer (PE) is to be a catalyst for idea generation, evaluate said ideas to find candidates for patent protection, and to interact with US patent consultants for drafting and prosecution of patent applications. In addition, the PE will build up a competitive patent portfolio and monitor competitor patents using database systems.

Working with corporate Patent Manager as a part of a small global team, the PE will:

• Assume the primary responsibility for Research and Development patents arising from Elekta’s US sites, which are predominately involved in Software Engineering.
• Promote and develop patenting and management of new applications.
• Operate searches for new technical developments
• Monitor and analyze patent applications for technical trends, potential infringements and license opportunities in addition to managing the existing portfolio.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in a scientific or engineering discipline (MS or PhD) and 3-5 years of related professional experience is required. A PhD is strongly preferred.
• Patent experience is required. Patent experience in the software industry is STRONGLY preferred.
• Professional engineers with related background (academia or industry) will be considered. Legal qualifications are not required for this opportunity.
• Must be personable, approachable, self-driven and able to encourage idea generation.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and an eye for details.
• Must possess the ability to quickly understand advanced technical inventions, even in areas where one might not have much experience.
• Must have a strong understanding of the English language, as the job will involve reading and extracting the inventive features from patent publications.
• Must have a broad technical understanding as products involve complex technology in the areas of mechanical, software, electronics and/or radiation physics.
• Domestic and International Travel will be required for this position.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: https://uscareers-elekta.icims.com/jobs/2424/job?mode=apply&iis=patently-o.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Elekta develops sophisticated, state-of-the-art tools and treatment planning systems for radiation therapy and radiosurgery, as well as workflow enhancing software systems across the spectrum of cancer care. Our clinical solutions and information systems are used in over 5,000 hospitals globally and every day more than 100,000 patients receive diagnosis, treatment of follow-up with the help of an Elekta product.

Patent Associate/Agent/Technical Advisor – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

Cantor Colburn LLP, Cantor Colburn LLP one of the largest full service intellectual property law firms in the country, with growing offices in Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Houston, Detroit and Hartford, is seeking an Associate/Agent/Technical Advisor who will be responsible for drafting and prosecuting patent applications domestically and internationally in the chemical and chemical engineering arts, as well as occasionally preparing invalidity, infringement, and freedom to operate analyses.

The successful candidate must have a degree in chemical engineering with strong technical knowledge. It is preferred to have 2-5 years of patent drafting experience in a law firm, registration in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, to have drafted more than 20 patent applications and to have prosecuted applications both in the U.S. and overseas.  Excellent academic credentials and writing and communication skills are required.  With sufficient experience, the candidate can work in any of the firm’s offices.  Please be prepared to provide references.

Contact:
Please send resume and cover letter to careers@cantorcolburn.com. No calls, please.  Cantor Colburn LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia; Hartford, Connecticut; Washington, DC; Houston, Texas; or Detroit, Michigan

Cantor Colburn was 8th in the country for issued U.S. patents and 20th for registered U.S. trademarks.  The firm’s clients are among the leading companies in the United States and around the world, including Fortune 100 companies, privately held companies, select high-tech start-ups and universities.

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Upstate N.Y. (including Syracuse & Rochester)

Hiscock & Barclay LLPHiscock & Barclay, LLP, a full service 200 lawyer firm with offices throughout Upstate New York as well as New York City and Boston has immediate openings for a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent in its Upstate New York offices, including Syracuse and Rochester.  The firm’s growing Patents & Prosecution Practice Area, which currently includes ten USPTO registered patent attorneys and agents, focuses on drafting and prosecuting patent applications as well as litigation support for a broad range of clients that include national Fortune 100 companies.  

The firm seeks to attract highly qualified candidates interested in working in a sophisticated law practice while maintaining a healthy work-life balance in Upstate New York.  Candidates must have a minimum of three to five years experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications and be registered to practice before the USPTO.  While qualified candidates of all technical disciplines will be considered, backgrounds and/or significant patent drafting and prosecution experience in electrical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering and computer science/software are preferred.

Contact:
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit resume, cover letter, transcript and writing sample in confidence to:

Recruitment Coordinator
Hiscock & Barclay, LLP
One Park Place
300 South State Street
Syracuse, NY 13202

Email: IPAttorney@hblaw.com

Hiscock & Barclay is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EEO M/F/V/H

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Syracuse & Rochester, New York

Patent Litigation Associate – Law Firm – Indianapolis, Ind.

Faegre Baker Daniels Faegre Baker Daniels seeks a junior patent litigation associate on partnership track to join our thriving Indianapolis Intellectual Property Group. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. Successful candidates will have one or two years of patent litigation experience. Candidates must also have excellent academic credentials and have strong written and oral communications skills. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

Contact:
Please send or e-mail cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript to:

Trisha Selden, Legal Talent Manager
Faegre Baker Daniels
2200 Wells Fargo Center
90 South Seventh Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Trisha.Selden@FaegreBD.com

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Patent Agent – Large Corporation – Maplewood, Minnesota

3M 3mis seeking a Patent Agent for the Office of Intellectual Property Counsel in Maplewood, MN.

The person hired for the position of Patent Agent will primarily be responsible for providing a comprehensive range of patent legal services related to the preparation and prosecution of patent applications in assigned areas.

Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Applying knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent laws to independently define inventions and draft and prosecute high-quality patent applications in the USPTO and foreign patent offices.
• Handling other USPTO patent proceedings such as preparing and prosecuting reissue and reexamination applications as needed.
• Working with foreign patent counsel to manage foreign patent office proceedings such as bringing and defending oppositions, invalidation trials, nullity suits, trials for correction, etc. as needed.
• Proactively providing other high quality patent services as may be needed relating to education, training, technical support for other activities, etc.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.

To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within 3M that may present access to export controlled technical data, 3M must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).

The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at 3M Company's sole election.

Contact:
Apply online by visiting this link: http://jobs.3m.com/job/Maplewood-Patent-Agent-Job-MN-55106/2083219/.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Maplewood, Minnesota

For more than 100 years, 3M has been a company that delivers both sustainable growth and consistent results. Today is no exception. We are making great progress toward inventing a new future for 3M - a future of faster growth and increased competitiveness, while continuing to deliver superior results.

IP Lawyers/Patent Attorneys/Patent Agents – Large Corporation – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation Saudi Basic Industries Corporation(“SABIC”) is seeking IP Lawyers/Patent Attorneys/Patent Agents from entry level to 6 years of experience.

Responsibilities:
You will be primarily responsible for supporting the Lead IP Counsel, KSA, Middle East & Africa and Technology & Innovation leaders in developing and implementing IP strategy, providing legal and IP counseling and contract support to enhance the value of SABIC technology. This will include patent preparation, prosecution and maintenance, drafting and negotiating IP agreements, patent litigation and IP due diligence. SABIC will consider IP counsel, Patent Attorneys and Patent Agents but a chemical, chemical engineering or life sciences education and background is essential. Legal experience from the US, UK or Europe and admission to a recognized bar (USPTO, European Patent Office, etc.) is preferred.

The role provide ambitious lawyers with a superb opportunity to work as part of a world class legal function across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. In addition, you will benefit from a highly attractive tax free package that includes a bonus, children's school fees and other benefits.

Contact:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to our exclusively retained Consultant, Elizabeth Williams at elizabeth@ews-search.com or call me for a confidential discussion at: Direct Dial  011 971 4 367 1752. This mandate is being handled exclusively by EWS and any direct or third party applications will be forwarded to EWS for their consideration.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (“SABIC”) is one of the world’s leading and most profitable manufacturers of chemicals, plastics, fertilizers and metals. With annual revenues of $50 billion and around 40,000 employees in 40 countries, SABIC was estimated by Forbes in 2011 to be the second largest global diversified chemicals company in the world. With significant investments in technology and innovation planned for 2013 and beyond, the company is poised to continue its rapid global expansion. To help support this growth, it is now recruiting a number of high caliber lawyers to join its global legal function which already boasts 100 legal professionals worldwide.

IP Attorney – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

The Thorpe North & Western Salt Lake City, Utah office of Thorpe North & Western, a patent boutique with over 20 Patent Attorneys, is seeking highly skilled and productive Patent Attorneys. As part of our team you will be working with a diverse group of clients ranging from sophisticated startups to Fortune 100 companies. We work in the areas of electrical engineering, wired and wireless telecommunications including VOIP and 3GPP, software design, database and server technologies, and other fields. Clients have also engaged our firm to evaluate patent portfolios, draft licensing and patent sale agreements, perform re-exam evaluations, due diligence in M&A transactions, opinion work, trademark work, and litigation.

We offer exceptional benefits, training, and a competitive compensation package with guaranteed bonuses based on work performed.  Thorpe North & Western is ideal for attorneys who seek firms on a growth path.

Candidate Qualifications:
Must have passed a state bar and the USPTO patent bar. 2+ years of law practice with substantial patent preparation and US and foreign patent prosecution experience of matters. A Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or a comparable engineering background is preferred. Experience in RF design and wireless standards such as 3GPP is a plus. Actual engineering experience is a plus.

Contact:
Please email your resume, writing samples (in the public domain) and transcripts to patlaw@tnw.com. Submissions will be maintained confidential.

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

IP Attorney – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

The Thorpe North & Western Salt Lake City, Utah office of Thorpe North & Western, a patent boutique with over 20 Patent Attorneys, is seeking highly skilled and productive Patent Attorneys. As part of our team you will be working with a diverse group of clients ranging from sophisticated startups to Fortune 100 companies. We work in the areas of computer software, internet software, database and server technologies, web enabled software, wired and wireless telecommunications including VOIP and 3GPP, and other fields. Clients have also engaged our firm to evaluate patent portfolios, draft licensing and patent sale agreements, perform re-exam evaluations, perform due diligence in M&A transactions, perform opinion work, provide trademark work, and provide litigation services.

We offer exceptional benefits, training, and a competitive compensation package with guaranteed bonuses based on work performed.  Thorpe North & Western is ideal for attorneys who seek firms on a growth path.

Candidate Qualifications:
Must have passed a state bar and the USPTO patent bar. 2+ years of law practice with substantial patent preparation and US and foreign patent prosecution experience of matters. A Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a comparable engineering background is preferred. Experience in internet technologies, databases and/or server technologies is desirable.  Actual engineering experience is a plus.

Contact:
Please email your resume, writing samples (in the public domain) and transcripts to patlaw@tnw.com. Submissions will be maintained confidential.

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

IP Associate – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Utah

The Thorpe North & Western Salt Lake City, Utah office of Thorpe North & Western, a patent boutique with over 20 Patent Attorneys, is seeking a highly skilled and productive intellectual property associate for the firm’s trademark practice group. As part of our team you will be working with a diverse group of clients ranging from sophisticated startups to Fortune 100 companies.

We offer exceptional benefits, training, and a competitive compensation package with guaranteed bonuses based on work performed.  Thorpe North & Western is ideal for attorneys who seek firms on a growth path.

Candidate Qualifications:
Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in domestic and international trademark prosecution, on-line IP protection, trademark litigation experience, inter-partes experience and licensing. 

Contact:
Please email your resume, writing samples (in the public domain) and transcripts to patlaw@tnw.com. Submissions will be maintained confidential.

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

IP Attorney (Electrical Eng.) – Law Firm – Chicago, Ill. (remote locations may be considered)

Guntin Meles & Gust is Guntin Meles Gustseeking highly skilled and productive Patent Attorneys. As part of our team you will be working with a diverse group of clients ranging from sophisticated startups to Fortune 100 companies. We work in the areas of electrical engineering, telecommunications, medical products, RF tuning products, gaming products, nanotechnology, and other fields. Clients have also engaged our firm to evaluate patent portfolios, draft licensing and patent sale agreements, perform re-exam evaluations, due diligence in M&A transactions, advanced inventing sessions, opinion work, among other things.

We offer exceptional benefits and a competitive compensation package, which models the firm’s philosophy of transparency. Our firm is ideal for attorneys who seek firms in a growth path.

Candidate Qualifications:
Must have passed a state bar and the USPTO patent bar. 3+ years of law practice with “substantial” patent preparation and prosecution experience of matters "originating" in the US. A Bachelors or Masters degree in Elect. Eng., Computer Eng., or a comparable engineering background is preferred. Telecommunications experience is a plus. Actual engineering experience is a plus. A book of business is also a plus. Information regarding the last two years of billable hours and collections will be requested along with academic transcripts.

Contact:
Please submit your resume, writing samples (in the public domain) and transcripts via our website (http://www.gmgip.com/careers-attorneys.php). Submissions will be maintained confidential.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Chicago (remote locations may be considered)

At Guntin Meles & Gust we have a unique culture that places great emphasis on developing and exercising sound business, legal, and technical acumen in all aspects of the firm’s practice. Our culture has attracted and continues to attract new clients. Our culture also fosters and promotes career development of its attorneys at all levels.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Minneapolis, Minn.

Faegre Baker Daniels Faegre Baker Daniels seeks a career track Associate to join our thriving Minneapolis Intellectual Property Group. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. Our IP practice includes all areas of intellectual property law for a national and international client base. Successful candidates will have 2-6 years experience and preferably have a technical degree (electrical, mechanical or chemical engineering preferred) and be a member of the patent bar. Candidates must also have excellent academic credentials and have strong written and oral communications skills. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

Contact:
Please send or e-mail cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript to:

Trisha Selden, Legal Talent Manager
Faegre Baker Daniels
2200 Wells Fargo Center
90 South Seventh Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Trisha.Selden@FaegreBD.com

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Patent Researcher – Small Corporation – Chicago, Ill.

Red Chalk Red Chalkseeks a patent researcher to join our team that has a strong ability to assess and analyze the best way to approach a project. We seek candidates with a broad set of experience and knowledge working in multiple industries. However, candidates applying for this position should have previous experience or extensive knowledge in one or more of the following areas:

• Computer networking
• Computer vision and image processing
• Cryptography/Encryption
• Display/pixel technology
• GPS/satellite positioning
• MEMS
• NANO
• Wireless networking

Other strong science, technology and/or engineering backgrounds: biology, chemistry, mechanical
The Patent Researcher will research invention concepts using a variety of databases and compile formal search reports to demonstrate findings to clients. A majority of work requires in-depth reading, writing and working on computers.

Responsibilities:
• Quickly review to gain an understanding of technical aspects of client inventions and/or technical search concepts
• Create research strategies that best utilize time and resources when executed
• Perform extensive database research
• Review, gather and analyze technical literature
• Report research findings in a timely and high-quality manner
• Continuously and concisely learn, interpret, comprehend, retain and apply technical abilities

Requirements:
• Previous patent examining or patent searching experience preferred
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, in Engineering, (e.g., Electrical, Telecommunications) or equivalent experience is required
• Enjoy an ongoing learning and computer-based environment that is dedicated to delivering quality end-products
• Be a self-starter while striving for timely results; this is a distinctive opportunity for one to grow with a high-performing firm
• Proactively, confidently and effectively communicates (written and verbal) with team members and clients
• Thrive in ambiguity with a passion for continuous learning; will put that knowledge to use in delivering swift results to meet client deadlines
• Quick ability to redirect focus on new priorities manages time with good organizational skills

Contact:
To apply for consideration, please email your resume to our Recruiter, Kristen Rettig at Krettig@redchalk.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

Red Chalk Group is an established professional services firm focusing on intellectual property consulting, transactions, litigation support, investment research, and proprietary enhanced data. Our firm delivers technology valuation, industry & competitive analysis, merger & acquisition/investment support, licensing & commercialization support, and IP transaction services. Red Chalk Group has helped business leaders address their greatest challenges related to Intellectual Property by focusing on IP issues and opportunities at the most senior levels.

Utilizing its network of PhD level subject matter experts and analysts as well as its proprietary databases and tools, Red Chalk Group provides industry-leading capabilities and resources to its clients. Our clients include many of the Fortune 100 as well as leading investment banking and money management institutions. We are building our capabilities in Chicago and the Bay area to support our ongoing growth. We are headquartered in Chicago with additional offices in Munich, Germany and Tokyo, Japan.

To learn more about Red Chalk Group, please visit our website at www.redchalk.com.

Trademark Attorney – Law Firm – Denver (or Boulder), Colo.

Faegre Baker Daniels Faegre Baker Daniels seeks an experienced trademark attorney for our thriving Colorado Intellectual Property practice, in our Denver or Boulder office. Faegre Baker Daniels is an Am Law 100 firm with offices located throughout the U.S., Europe, and China. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in growing our existing Colorado trademark, copyright, and advertising practice. Successful candidates should have experience in trademark advice, counseling, and prosecution, preferably with TTAB experience. Experience with copyright, advertising, licensing and privacy matters is a plus. Candidates also should have strong academic credentials, writing skills, and professional recommendations. This position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

Contact:
Please send or e-mail cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript to:

Trisha Selden, Legal Talent Manager
Faegre Baker Daniels
2200 Wells Fargo Center
90 South Seventh Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Trisha.Selden@FaegreBD.com

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Denver (or Boulder), Colorado