Pipeline Intellectual Property Manager – Non-Profit – St. Louis, MO

Bill and Melinda Gates Agricultural Innovations (Gates Ag One) is seeking a Pipeline Intellectual Property Manager to work in St. Louis, MO

Your Role:

The Pipeline Intellectual Property Manager will support the development and management of a robust intellectual property portfolio for Gates Ag One. This role is responsible for identifying, evaluating, developing and deploying analytic tools for technology to ensure data-enabled insights. The Pipeline Intellectual Property Manager will report to the Director of Intellectual Property and is expected to interact broadly across different teams and functions at Gates Ag One.

What You’ll Do:

Efficiently use a variety of patent office databases, commercial patent databases, technical literature databases, and state-of-the-art search tools as well as developing new or advanced search and analysis tools for the organization

Responsible for identification, evaluation, development and deployment of analytic tools for technology to ensure data-enabled insights.

Responsible for working with our IT group and external solution vendors to design, develop, and implement integrated IT solutions for managing the pipeline of intellectual property workflows

Drive technology assessment and decisions based on intellectual property and technical landscapes

Work closely with Legal and the leadership team to understand technology/patent/competitive landscapes, analyze risk, and help build a robust intellectual property strategy

Use strong analytical skills and judgment to make informed intellectual property decisions including freedom to operate (FTO) and patentability

Communicate effectively in a collaborative environment among discovery partners and the Product and Business Development teams

Apply online at:
https://gatesfoundation.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/GatesAgOne/job/St-Louis-MO/Pipeline-Intellectual-Property-Manager_B019672

 

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Employer Type: Non-Profit
Job Location: St. Louis, MO

Patent and Trademark Attorney – Corporation – Sunnyvale, CA

Intuitive Surgical, a large corporation, is seeking a Patent and Trademark Attorney to work in Sunnyvale, CA.

The Patent and Trademark Attorney will be primarily responsible for managing the company's trademark assets but will also perform some amount of patent-related work. The role may require the attorney to both manage and perform direct work on many varied intellectual property and legal matters, including patent, trademark, trade secret, licensing, contract, and litigation matters. The attorney will interact daily with engineers, engineering management, clinical specialists, and marketing/branding personnel. The attorney will also manage both in-house and outside lawyers and supervise their work products to ensure that company legal and intellectual property rights are maximized.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Counsel engineers and managers about how best to protect and exploit new company intellectual property.
  • Evaluate benefit of patent or trade secret protection for various particular inventions.
  • Evaluate benefit of applying for United States and foreign patents in various markets to protect particular inventions.
  • Supervise preparation and prosecution of United States and foreign trademark and patent applications to ensure marks and inventions are properly protected.
  • Ensure trademark and patent applications are filed to meet legal department production goal deadlines by working with product managers, marketing/branding personnel, inventors, and outside lawyers.
  • Edit patent applications and responses to patent office actions authored by outside lawyers, both in the United States and in various foreign jurisdictions.
  • Personally author patent applications and responses to patent office actions.
    Analyze various patents and patent portfolios owned by others.
  • Personally conduct and/or supervise outside lawyers’ patent searches.
  • Advise engineers and engineering managers on the impact of patent claims on proposed and current development work.
  • Support intellectual property and business litigation matters.
  • Counsel engineers, managers, and business units regarding trademark, patent, and trade secret matters.
  • Provide advice on trademark law and brand protection.
  • Perform clearance analysis on all potential trademarks, and support resolution of trademark disputes, including consent and coexistence agreements.
  • Manage US and foreign trademark prosecution and maintenance.
  • Track and coordinate domain name registrations and maintenance.
  • Work with relevant business functions to ensure appropriate use of trademarks.
  • Actively seek out and identify patentable subject matter.
  • Work with engineers and engineering managers to ensure that inventions are protected using the appropriate intellectual property protection scheme.
  • Draft and negotiate commercial contracts to cover a variety of commercial needs.
  • Joint research and technical collaboration agreements.
  • Intellectual property licensing agreements.
  • Other general commercial and intellectual property matters.
  • Mentor and train less senior legal team members.
  • Participate in and lead cross-functional projects and initiatives involving the Legal Team.
  • Perform in-house IP analytics using patent literature databases, advanced search and analysis software, and other available resources to assess licensing, partnering, or acquisition opportunities.
  • Allocate and deploy Legal resources appropriately to advance the interests of Intuitive in a cost-effectively and timely manner.

Qualifications

Skill/Job Requirements:

  • Juris Doctorate
  • Membership in the CA State Bar, preferred
  • Registration with United States Patent and Trademark Office
  • Minimum of 5 years experience total in patent and trademark application preparation and prosecution in the United States, under the Patent Cooperation
  • Treaty and/or Madrid Protocol, and working with non-U.S. counsels in various foreign jurisdictions, preferably with at least two years experience in each of patent and trademark practice

In addition, in order to effectively perform the responsibilities of this position, the following skills are preferred:

  • Eligibility for Membership in the California State Bar
  • Strong academic background in engineering (mechanical or electrical preferred); practical engineering experience is preferred
  • Patent experience in medical device industry, preferably with surgical products
  • Ability to visualize object relationships in three dimensions (i.e., an intuitive understanding of machine operation)
  • Strong interpersonal skills and be willing to work closely with various executives, managers, employees, and employee teams
  • Strong writing, drawing, and oral communication skills—this includes the ability to communicate in down-to-earth, practical terms
  • Strong contract drafting experience, including experience in general commercial matters, joint development agreements, and intellectual property matters
  • Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks within a rapidly changing environment in compliance with resource and bandwidth constraints.
  • Strong decision-making skill to effectively resolve issues that involve competing priorities and high-level objectives

Apply online at:
https://careers.intuitive.com/en/jobs/743999931996463/JOB5480/patent-and-trademark-attorney/

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Sunnyvale, CA

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

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.

Qualified applicants will possess an electrical engineering or computer engineering degree, and be registered to practice before the USPTO. At least two years of experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications is required, ideally in the areas of virtual reality, graphics, mixed signal technology, and software. Candidates should possess a working understanding of these areas, as well as a willingness and affinity for learning new technologies.

Salaried positions begin at $120k base plus a commission-based bonus. Benefits include health/dental/vision/life insurance and 401k.

Apply online at:
careers@ds-patent.com

Please send resume and two writing samples (preferably one patent application and one prosecution response).

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Austin TX (or remote - US)

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

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.

Applicants must have excellent written communication skills and the ability to explain complex legal and technical concepts to clients in a clear and concise manner. The successful candidate will be a motivated team player who values integrity and would thrive as a member of an intellectually engaged, entrepreneurial team.

As one of New England’s top full-service law firms, Verrill is interested in hiring talented individuals to join our team. Verrill offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a flexible hybrid work environment in which our employees can grow and prosper both professionally and personally.

Verrill’s Intellectual Property Group is a rapidly growing team, combining experienced attorneys and other professionals to provide a full range of intellectual property legal services. In addition to prosecuting and maintaining patent and trademark portfolios for businesses throughout the U.S. and international markets, our intellectual property attorneys handle high-profile patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret cases in state and federal courts.

For more information and to apply, please visit Verrill’s Career Center on our website and search for the position under Current Openings. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received, and the position will remain open until filled. Need help applying? Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at hiring@verrill-law.com.

Verrill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions,
sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

Apply online at:
https://www.verrill-law.com/current-openings/

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Westport, CT, Boston, MA or Portland, ME

Trademark Attorney – Law Firm – Washington, DC

Venable LLP, a large law firm, is seeking a Trademark Attorney to work in Washington, DC.

Roles and Responsibilities:
working with high volume portfolios clearing, registering, licensing, enforcing, and defending all types of trademarks worldwide

Apply online at:
https://selfapply.venable.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=11&FilterJobCategoryID=1&FilterJobID=521

Please include resume, law transcript, and a brief cover letter with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Washington, DC

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

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.

Apply online at:
https://arentfoxschiffselfapply.viglobalcloud.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=9&FilterJobID=594

Please submit a resume, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate) and a patent application writing sample.

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

Patent Agent/IP Attorney – Corporation – Phoenix, AZ

ASM is seeking a Patent Agent (or IP Attorney) for a hybrid position out of our Phoenix, AZ office. This individual will be co-accountable for IP generation, security, and competitive intelligence within the framework of ASM’s Global IP Policy. The primary focus is on generating patents linked to ASM’s process and engineering activities. This includes organizing and running patent council meetings with senior management, drafting patent applications, patent searches and clearance letters, managing outsourced patent services through law firms, maintaining patent database, conducting and organizing brainstorming sessions, and reviewing relevant publications to ensure patents are filed before disclosure.

Other responsibilities include IP security, consultancy, and ensuring compliance with IP policies throughout ASM. This includes setting up training as well as performing and reporting audits to ensure implementation. This position plays a pivotal role with senior management in case of litigation and competitive analysis, and includes determining ASM’s IP position against competitors, supporting licensing activities and managing appropriate responses and legal process in various situations.

The ideal candidate:

  • is able to generate IP effectively in a multicultural, dynamic and demanding business environment
  • is capable of analyzing IP situations as well as relevant future IP developments in order to conceptualize this into reliable expert advice and direction
    can translate and synthesize information, as well as organize and plan cross departmental and cross organizational activities to ensure timely and full delivery
  • is able to communicate a complex message clearly and is able to adjust communication to any audience
  • is able to understand multiple and varying interests and cultural backgrounds that stakeholders may have and act accordingly
  • is able to build relationships and networks which are key in achieving goals and make effective use of informal networks to accomplish priorities

Apply online at:
https://careers.asm.com/global/en/job/21529/Patent-Agent-IP-Attorney-HYBRID

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Phoenix, AZ

Associate Director, Senior Counsel IP (Intellectual Property) – Corporation – Duluth, GA – Hybrid

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

The AD, Sr. Counsel IP (Intellectual Property) supports Boehringer Ingelheim's Animal Health global biotech patent team by providing legal services to Clients in Boehringer Ingelheim’s Animal Health division, typically at the Executive Director level and below. This level of counseling provided requires an in-depth knowledge of U.S. patent law and practice, familiarity with patent prosecution practice in Europe and other jurisdictions as well as having a sound scientific background in biotech-related life sciences. Duties for this role include preparing, filing and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. as well as managing and coordinating the global prosecution of Boehringer Ingelheim’s patent applications.

Responsibility for this role also includes drafting and reviewing intellectual property provisions in agreements and providing patentability and freedom to operate assessments of internal and third-party intellectual property rights. In addition to one area of expertise (e.g., patents), the incumbent must have begun developing skills and acumen in an additional area of law and have a clear understanding of the Animal Health or related business environment in which legal advice is rendered. The incumbent must utilize their legal background, and strong knowledge of the business, to move the business forward by providing sound legal counsel and advice.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepares, usually independently, legal documents, including letters, notices, legal opinions, contracts, patent applications, administrative filings, etc.
  • Identifies inventions, prepares and files patent applications.
  • Prosecutes patent applications in the U.S. and instructs foreign agents in the prosecution of corresponding applications in their jurisdictions.
  • Provides advice to clients on questions related to patentability, infringement and freedom to operate of Intellectual Property (IP) rights.
  • Participates in IP due diligence activities for in-licensing or acquisition projects.
  • Participates in & supports patent oppositions and other post-grant administrative proceedings.
  • Influences clients by identifying and communicating risks associated with complex business activities within the IP legal area. Helps identify risks in outside lawyer's legal area; provides training and business advice to clients on legal issues within lawyer’s expertise.
  • Partners with clients by looking beyond immediate business issue and identifying broader business purposes.
  • Proactively applies legal framework to both the specific business activity and the broader business purposes.
  • Develops alternative legal solutions to enable the achievement of successful outcomes.
  • Usually leads with other in-house and outside counsel where appropriate.
  • Manages (directly / indirectly) assistants and other department members.
  • Mentors and/or trains junior attorneys, paralegals, support team and/or others in department.
  • Keeps current with evolving legal and business issues within area of expertise and clients.

Requirements:

  • Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school; at least six (6) to eight (8) years relevant legal experience; admission to at least one State bar.
  • A sound background and education (preferably graduate degree) in a biotech-life science field such as for example biotechnology, molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, immunology or vaccine research.
  • Must be registered to practice at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills; demonstrates discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Preferred:

  • Expert understanding of state and federal laws, regulations and policies in at least one specialized legal area.
  • Strong working knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in a second specialized legal area.
  • Ability to interpret and apply such laws, regulations and policies to inform business activities.
  • Ability to apply law to complex business situations.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
  • Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.

Apply online at:
https://jobs.boehringer-ingelheim.com/job/Duluth-AD-Sr_-Counsel-IP-%28-Intellectual-Property-%29-Unit/950923901/

Include a resume with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Duluth, GA - Hybrid

Patent Attorney – Corporation – Santa Monica, CA

Pushing the frontier of solid cancer therapy, Neogene Therapeutics is a global, clinical stage biotechnology company built on the premise of innovation and novel paradigm-changing science. Using tumor mutation profiles to engineer fully individualized T cell therapies, Neogene is bringing new hope to address the current limitations of treatments available today.

We offer the opportunity to join a highly dynamic biotech with locations in Amsterdam, Netherlands and in Santa Monica, CA. You can expect a collaborative environment created by a team with deep scientific expertise and an industrial track-record in T cell therapies.

Neogene values pro-active team-players who pursue their goals with dedication, endurance, and a daring mindset. If you share our commitment to make a difference to patients in need, we can provide an exciting opportunity for your career.

Position Summary:

Neogene is seeking a diverse Patent Attorney is responsible for building and supporting the IP function of the organization by the drafting and prosecution of patent applications, general IP portfolio maintenance, and providing local IP support to all U.S. based science and legal functions. Additional obligations will include supporting the broader IP function of Neogene commensurate with the experience and interest of the selected candidate. This role is based in Santa Monica, CA and directly report to the Vice President, Intellectual Property in the Netherlands.

Responsibilities:

  • Drafts and files patent applications in coordination with outside counsel: including first provisional and PCT applications.
  • Handles all aspects of ongoing patent prosecution, including formulating strategy for office action responses.
  • Works with science teams to identify patentable inventions and coordinate preparation of data packages.
  • Coordinates with parent company (AstraZeneca) on docketing and administrative matters.
  • Coordinates with other members of the legal team to support IP review of contract and related matters.
  • Works with collaborators on in-licensed patent portfolios, including the oversight of third-party filing and prosecution.
  • Supports due diligence activities through preparation of patent portfolio summaries and review of third-party patent portfolios.
  • Conducts or coordinates freedom-to-operate and landscape review activities.
    Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Coordinates with parent company (AstraZeneca) on all IP matters including prosecution, docketing, and administration.
  • Drafts and files patent applications in coordination with outside counsel: including first provisional and PCT applications.
  • Manages ongoing patent prosecution.
  • Partners with science teams to identify patentable inventions and coordinate preparation of data packages.
  • Coordinates with other members of the legal team to support IP review of contract and related matters.
  • Works with collaborators on in-licensed patent portfolios, including the oversight of third-party filing and prosecution.
  • Performs patent searches and initial analysis of results for patentability, landscape, and FTO.
  • Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Familiar with USPTO services and software.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
  • Demonstrated experience with statistics software (preferably Prism).
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
  • Preferred location is LA area however remote applicants with these qualifications will be considered.
  • The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Santa Monica, CA is $170,000 to $230,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc.

Note: At this time, Neogene is not sponsoring VISAs

At Neogene we celebrate the diversity of our employees and our leadership. Neogene is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apply online at:
https://www.neogene.com/careers/?gh_jid=4147989101

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Santa Monica, CA

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Nashville, TN

Baker Donelson, P.C., a large law firm, is seeking a Patent Associate to work in Nashville, TN

This position will work with the patent prosecution team and the job responsibilities will involve U.S. and foreign patent prosecution practice, including preparation of patent applications, office action responses, and patentability search reports. Other responsibilities include reviewing invention disclosures and participating in discussions with inventors to understand their new inventions; working with third-party drafters to prepare formal figures for a patent application; searching literature and patent databases to determine the patentability of inventions; drafting written assessments of the prospects of obtaining patent protection; writing patent applications; preparing responses to communications from the USPTO; managing dockets for patent-application matters, including information disclosure statements, assignments, inventor oath/declarations, application data sheets, and other matters; developing arguments for patentability to Patent Office Examiners, including office-action responses and appellate briefs; and reviewing patents as part of the IP due diligence for a potential acquisition or merger.

Apply online at:
https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/BAK1000/JobBoard/6cf6abf2-1ab6-445b-bdd4-4c1072fcd693/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=542bdb4e-6245-4e8c-b5e5-c3c0abf6549b

Include with your submission:

Resume, Law School Transcript, and Cover Letter addressed to Rebecca Simon, Director of Associate Recruiting and Engagement

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Nashville, TN

Patent Professional – Agent or Attorney (US Remote) – Corporation – Multiple Locations, Remote Work Available

Motorola Solutions, Inc., a large corporation, is seeking a Patent Professional to work remotely.

The Patent Professional may be responsible for one or more of the following:

  • Attending and participating in patent committee review meetings,
  • Identifying high-value disclosures that would be additive to our existing portfolio
  • Working with inventors to properly capture their ideas and inventions and submitting corresponding disclosures to the proper patent committee for consideration
  • Participating in innovation scrubs of product and/or software releases
  • Writing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) and in foreign patent offices
  • Securing and preparing source code and/or APIs for registration with the United States Copyright Office
  • Overseeing outside counsel on certain aspects of outsourced cases
  • Being the lead 'patent contact' for a particular business unit, including handling client training and development, understanding client business and existing patent portfolio(s), and guiding business and engineering professionals in generating high-value, high-impact assets
  • Working and interacting with other MSI Patent Attorneys, Agents, Engineers, and Administrative Professionals on a daily basis, both inside and outside of the PS&O group
  • Participating in invention mining / harvesting sessions. Some litigation / licensing support may also be periodically requested by litigation / licensing leads in the PS&O and/or Business Legal groups
  • Mentoring inventors with nascent ideas to help expand and develop them to meet the company’s strategic portfolio needs
  • Aiding in managing the current issued patent portfolio for their assigned business and the strategic focusing of that portfolio. This may include making and/or assisting with annuity decisions, foreign filing decisions, patent classifications, portfolio analysis, mining existing applications for additional coverage, competitive analysis, and identification of further strategic focus areas, among other possibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience drafting, editing, and/or reviewing patent disclosures and/or patent applications in stated field(s) of expertise, including experience in a law firm or corporate law department environment
  • Strong organization, leadership, and communication skills to draft invention disclosures and/or draft and prosecute patent applications with high quality and efficiency
  • Ability to present technical materials to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Great interpersonal and team-work skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  • Knowledge of video processing concepts (video encoding, decoding, object identification and tracking, scene understanding, media training and machine learning, etc.), IoT concepts, software development principles (OOP, Agile Dev., etc.), programming languages (such as Python, C#, Swift), cloud development and deployment principles, networking principles, and/or telecommunications principles a plus.
  • Knowledge of various related technologies such as security, encryption, mixed reality, video / audio processing and analytics, access control, and/or blockchain a plus.
  • Demonstrated experience in successfully working in a multi-discipline legal and/or technical office and the ability to work with and across multiple legal and/or technical disciplines.
  • Extensive knowledge of U.S. patent laws and introduction to and/or knowledge of foreign patent laws.
  • Experience and/or awareness of U.S. and Int’l export control requirements and/or processes.
  • Prior familiarity with USPTO’s PAIR, EFS, and EPAS systems, Google Apps for Business, and/or Lecorpio preferred but not required.
  • Candidate may reside anywhere in the US

Basic Requirements:

  • Juris Doctor Degree
  • Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems or Computer Engineering, or Computer Science or comparable field of study
  • 6+ years of total legal and/or technical experience in the above-identified legal and technical areas
  • Need to be a member of the USPTO patent bar and a member of at least one state bar, both in good standing
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements:

Under 10%

Relocation Provided:

None

Position Type:

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan:

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
    and more!

EEO Statement:

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or, any other protected characteristic.

Apply online at:
https://motorolasolutions.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/Illinois-Remote-Work/Patent-Professional---Agent-or-Attorney--US-Remote-_R39375-1

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Multiple Locations, Remote Work Available

Patent Paralegal – Law Firm – Salt Lake City, Denver, or Boulder

Holland & Hart is seeking a Paralegal to join its patent practice team within the Intellectual Property practice group in the Salt Lake City, Denver, or Boulder office. This role joins a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on excellence and client service.

This position involves performing substantive legal work for the firm and its patent attorneys and requires knowledge of U.S. and foreign patent law and procedure to support a growing, innovative patent practice. This position is responsible for tasks supporting preparation and prosecution of domestic and foreign utility and design patents for innovative technology companies.

Ideal candidates will bring applicable functional and technical expertise, demonstrate a customer-oriented attitude, possess strong verbal and written communication skills with co-workers and clients, be a team player who is results-orientated, have the ability to handle change, understand how individual actions contribute to the broader business, take pride in their work, and take initiative to enhance the success of the team.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Supports patent attorneys all phases of patent prosecution practice management
  • Maintains, organizes, and reviews documents and files
  • Creates and regularly maintains spreadsheets, status and intellectual property portfolio charts, and/or graphics
  • Manages and performs a range of duties related to an internal electronic file system
  • Generates templates for patent filings, including applications, responses to Office Actions and other correspondence related to the USPTO, PCT, and foreign associates
  • Performs tasks associated with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications
  • Coordinates domestic and international filings with the USPTO and foreign law offices and/or other foreign entities
  • Monitors deadlines for various domestic and foreign patent activities, handling routine activities in connection with the maintenance and protection of domestic and foreign patents
  • Performs electronic filings at the USPTO
  • Familiarity with Hague international design practice and procedure
  • Tracks and files Information Disclosure Statements with the USPTO across domestic patent families
  • Reviews formalities of filed patent documents to ensure proper form, including Filing Receipts, Declarations, Recordings, Information Disclosure Statements, allowed patents ready to issue, etc.)
  • Prepares reports and summaries for attorneys and clients
  • Reviews and decides on appropriate action to be taken on correspondence received from foreign associates
  • Researches and compiles information pertaining to national and international patent rights including searches of USPTO records, patent databases and general patent research
  • Manages new client intake and opening of matters
  • Helps to train and develop IP specialist team members
  • Assists in developing and maintaining client relations, including business development activities, marketing, presentations and meetings
  • Acts as liaison between attorneys, foreign counsel, and clients
  • Keeps abreast of current patent rules and procedures
  • Monitors developments/trends in legal terminology and patent law (e.g., USPTO policy or fee schedule changes) via regular monitoring of legal publications
  • Maintains proficiency in required firm and external programs and databases, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, iManage, USPTO products, Intapp, docketing software, billing software, etc.
  • Cohesively works with and occasionally trains other patent personnel, including intellectual property specialists and legal assistants
  • Performs other functions as assigned

Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree or 3-5 years of experience in a professional environment required.
  • Minimum 3+ years of domestic and foreign patent prosecution experience required
  • Knowledge of USPTO systems and processes
  • Knowledge of patent preparation and prosecution
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail
  • Excels within a dynamic, positive, professional, team-oriented culture
  • Quickly learns and comprehends complex concepts and processes
  • Thinks critically to understand how each task fits into a broader workflow
  • Works efficiently, using available technology and striving to make tasks easier and more efficient
  • Communicates regarding deadlines and level of workload
  • Flexibility for occasional evening filing
  • Requires superior proofreading
  • Requires superior oral and written communication
  • Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office suite products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Visio is a plus), Adobe Acrobat, iManage, USPTO products, Intapp, etc.

Application Process:

Please apply directly online and be prepared to submit a resume and cover letter. You may address your cover letter and/or direct application questions to Lydia Miller, Recruiting Coordinator LFMiller@hollandhart.com. No phone calls or unsolicited resumes from search firms, please. Search firm inquiries may be directed to Lisa Liss LVLiss@hollandhart.com.

About Holland & Hart:

Holland & Hart is ranked as one of Vault’s “Best Law Firms in the Mountain States.” Holland & Hart is also recognized as a “Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality” by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation” scoring 100 on the annual Corporate Equality Index. For eleven consecutive years, Holland & Hart has been awarded U.S. Gold Standard Certification by the Women in Law Empowerment Forum (WILEF), and the firm has been Mansfield Rule Plus certified since the program’s inception in 2018.

Our core values—integrity, excellence, innovation, teamwork, our commitment to one another, our diverse workforce, our communities, and living full lives—influence all aspects of Holland & Hart’s culture. We intentionally create opportunities for employees to seek balance in their professional and personal lives through long-standing programs, including remote work options and wellness opportunities so they can be in the moment with their work, with their families, or while pursuing personal interests.

Holland & Hart is a full-service law firm across eight states and in Washington, D.C. delivering integrated legal solutions to regional, national, and international clients of all sizes in a diverse range of industries. As part of its longstanding focus on diversity and inclusion, the firm has adopted a diversity plan and participates in diversity initiatives. For more information, please visit: https://www.hollandhart.com/diversity. Holland & Hart is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

As required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act, Holland & Hart is providing a good faith salary range for paralegals positions that may be based in Colorado. The compensation range for paralegals in Colorado is $31.69 - $67.31 per hour based on a 37.5-hour work week. Paralegals are eligible to receive overtime and a discretionary bonus may be available based on performance.

Benefits Summary:

Holland & Hart promotes work/life balance with a robust wellness program, PTO, and a reduced time program. Full-time employees become eligible for benefits on the date of hire, with a benefits offering that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and long-term care insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match and profit sharing. Holland & Hart offers maternity, paternity and adoptive leave policies in a manner that is intended to provide for widely varying circumstances and personal/family needs relating to the birth or adoption of a child. In addition, the firm has programs that may provide for educational assistance, a subscription service for continuing legal education programs, free or discounted legal services, and opportunities through the Holland & Hart Foundation, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating volunteer opportunities for lawyers, paralegals, staff, families, and friends of Holland & Hart LLP. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Salt Lake City, Denver, or Boulder

Patent Associate EE/C.S. – Law Firm – Washington, D.C.

Duane Morris LLP has an opening for an associate with at least 3-5 years of experience to join its growing Intellectual Property practice group. Ideal candidate should have an Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree and experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications directed to software technologies, including the fields of AI and machine learning, encryption technology, wireless communications, mobile communications, autonomous vehicles, virtual reality, and big data processing. Candidate will be comfortable communicating with the client and PTO. We are looking for candidates who possess strong academic credentials, superior writing ability, a quick-study aptitude and ability to engender client confidence and thrive in a creative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment. Candidate should be resident in D.C. office. USPTO admission required along with bar admission in D.C. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

Apply online at:
https://www.duanemorris.com/site/careers.html#tab_CurrentOpportunities

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Washington, D.C.

Junior Patent Prosecution Associate or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Philadelphia or Washington, D.C.

Duane Morris LLP has an opening for a patent agent or junior patent associate with 1-2 years' experience in patent prosecution to join its growing Intellectual Property practice group. Ideal candidate would have an Electrical Engineering degree however, candidates with a Physics, Computer Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering degree with either medical device or wireless communications/networking experience are encouraged to apply. Candidate will have strong academic credentials, superior writing ability, a quick-study aptitude, ability to engender client confidence, and thrive in a creative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment. USPTO admission required along with state bar admission in jurisdiction of practice, preferably in Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

Apply online at:
https://www.duanemorris.com/site/careers.html#tab_CurrentOpportunities

 

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Philadelphia or Washington, D.C.

Mechanical Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Portland, OR

Klarquist, a mid-sized law firm, is seeking a Mechanical Patent Attorney/Agent to work in Portland, OR.

We are actively seeking lateral patent attorneys or agents with strong expertise in mechanical engineering. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and preferably 2+ years of experience prosecuting patents for mechanical technology. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.

We are committed to promoting diversity within Klarquist, and strongly encourage candidates who come from backgrounds historically underrepresented in the patent legal profession (e.g., based on gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, military service, and disability) to apply.

Klarquist professionals could practice anywhere; at the largest law firms and companies, and in the largest cities. They chose Klarquist because here they can pursue both their passion for law and their passion for life. Our reputation for excellence and emphasis on maintaining a work/life balance attract experienced attorneys from large general practice firms as well as IP boutiques, and appeal to top students from national and local law schools.

Apply online at:
https://klarquist.com/about/careers/mechanical-patent-associate-agent/

Interested candidates should apply through our website with a cover letter, resume, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate (if applicable)) and writing sample. www.klarquist.com.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Portland, OR

Chemistry Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Portland, OR

Klarquist, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is seeking patent prosecution associates and patent agents with strong expertise in organic chemistry (an M.S. or Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or similar discipline is required). Experience in design and synthesis of pharmaceuticals preferred. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and preferably at least 2–4 years of experience prosecuting patent applications for chemistry related matters.

We are committed to promoting diversity within Klarquist, and strongly encourage candidates who come from backgrounds historically underrepresented in the patent legal profession (e.g., based on gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, military service, and disability) to apply.

Located in one of the country’s most beautiful and livable cities, Klarquist Sparkman offers its professionals a challenging and rewarding career representing top-tier clients. The firm’s compensation and benefits package are highly competitive with other top-level firms in the Pacific Northwest. To learn more about the firm please visit our website at www.klarquist.com.

Apply online at:
https://klarquist.com/about/careers/chemistry-patent-attorney-agent/

Interested candidates should apply through our website with a cover letter, resume, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) and writing sample.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Portland, OR

Trademark Attorney – Law Firm – Portland, OR

Klarquist seeks a lateral trademark attorney for our main office in Portland, Oregon. Candidates should have 3–6 years of experience with trademark availability counseling, prosecution, pre-litigation trademark disputes, and inter partes proceedings. The position requires skills in consulting clients in relation to the use, protection, and enforcement of trademarks, coordinating global trademark portfolios, resolving trademark-related and domain name disputes, and drafting IP license agreements. Candidates should be well versed in both domestic and international trademark practice. Copyright experience is a plus.

We are committed to promoting diversity within Klarquist, and strongly encourage applications from candidates who come from backgrounds historically underrepresented in the legal profession (e.g., based on gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, military service, and disability).

Our professionals chose Klarquist because here they can pursue both their passion for law and their passion for life. Our reputation for excellence in the practice of law and emphasis on maintaining a work / life balance attract experienced attorneys from large general practice firms as well as IP boutiques, and appeal to top students from national and local law schools.

Apply online at:
https://klarquist.com/about/careers/

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Portland, OR

Computer Science Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Portland, OR

Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, a mid-size law firm focusing exclusively on Intellectual Property law, is actively seeking lateral patent prosecution associates and patent agents with a background in computer science. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and preferably 2 to 4 years of experience prosecuting patent applications relating to computer science. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.

We are committed to promoting diversity within Klarquist, and strongly encourage candidates who come from backgrounds historically underrepresented in the patent legal profession (e.g., based on gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, military service, and disability) to apply.

Klarquist Sparkman offers its professionals a challenging and rewarding career representing top-tier clients. The firm’s compensation and benefits package are highly competitive with other top-level law firms. To learn more about the firm please visit our website at www.klarquist.com.
Interested candidates should apply through our website with a cover letter, resume, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate (if applicable)) and writing sample.
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Klarquist Sparkman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate, harass or allow harassment against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of age, racial or ethnic identity or ancestry, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status or sexual orientation, or any other classification protected by law.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation in order to complete the application process, please contact Human Resources by calling (503) 595-5300.

Klarquist Sparkman, LLP has established an Affirmative Action Program for the Disabled and Veterans. If you would like to review a copy of this Program, please contact Human Resources using the contact information above.

Apply online at:
https://klarquist.com/about/careers/cs-associate-or-agent/

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Portland, OR

Patent Paralegal – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a Patent Paralegal to join our Broomfield, Chicago, Denver, Madison, Milwaukee, Raleigh, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C. or Waukesha office. The Patent Paralegal will work closely with attorneys in the Firm’s Intellectual Property Group. The person in this position will be responsible for providing legal support on a variety of tasks focused on patent prosecution. Individuals with exceptional client service and communication skills, as well as experience in a fast-paced environment will be successful in the Patent Paralegal role. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in Patent Prosecution.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Collaborate with attorneys to prepare, file, and prosecute new patent applications in the PCT, U.S. and foreign jurisdictions
  • Generate reports and monitor daily docket of deadlines and ensure that deadlines are met and system is properly updated
  • Facilitate ongoing communication with attorneys regarding upcoming filing deadlines
  • Communicate with internal staff, foreign associates and clients regarding routine or procedural patent prosecution events
  • Ability to meet 1,250 billable hour requirement and production target
  • Assist with patent due diligence projects
  • Work with the IP team to develop, implement, and maintain docketing processes, procedures and policies for patents, and patent applications
  • Maintain the integrity of electronic data in accordance with firm policy and procedures
  • Perform additional projects and administrative tasks as assigned

Job Requirements

Knowledge Base & Education:

  • Associate’s degree or minimum of two years of work experience in the field of intellectual property, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • The ability to learn rules, regulations, and procedures specific to the assigned practice area as well as policies and procedures established by the firm and apply them accordingly
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, as well as the ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects while managing critical deadlines
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Knowledge of Anaqua, Elite and/or iManage (or similar document management system) is a plus

Adaptability:

  • Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team

Collaboration:

  • Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm

Communication:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

Problem Solving Skills:

  • Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
  • Ability to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor

Professionalism:

  • Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Other:

  • Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

To be considered for this position, please apply online at https://lawcruit.micronapps.com/sup/JobPostingDetails.aspx?lawfirm=MiUyNTVFSms=&JobId=MW4lM2Yyb1A=&at=JTNhJTQwJTNiQQ==

Please submit a resume with your application.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Broomfield or Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; Madison, Milwaukee, or Waukesha, WI; Raleigh, NC; Salt Lake City, UT; and Washington D.C.

Senior Associate, IP Data Analytics – Corporation – San Francisco, CA

RPX Corporation is the leading provider of a comprehensive suite of solutions to help companies manage the risks and costs that arise at any stage of their IP program. To learn more about RPX services, please visit us at www.rpxcorp.com.

By combining world-class transaction expertise with proprietary data and advanced analytics, RPX obtains patent rights that avoid or resolve patent-related disputes shared among our diverse global memberships and provides unique insights that inform our members’ strategic and tactical executive decisions.

What you can expect as a Senior Associate, IP Data Analytics:
We are in the process of launching RPX EMPOWER, an integrated platform that brings together the power of RPX Insight and RPX Analyst to provide our users with unparalleled access to patent knowledge. You will be responsible for data management and quality control of the data that is the foundation of RPX’s EMPOWER platform. The ideal candidate will have the skills to maintain, improve, clean, and manipulate our databases to ensure they meet our data platform goals.

In this role, you will:

  • Develop and implement data standards, data policies, and data quality rules for key datasets related to patents and patent litigations
  • Ensure the quality, completeness, timeliness, and consistency of data throughout its lifecycle
  • Conduct data quality audits and implement corrections and improvements as required
  • Design and build tools to promote awareness and track quality standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define business requirements and translate them into data solutions
  • Diagnose and resolve issues within our data-related systems, and address complex data challenges to ensure efficient and reliable data operations
  • Create data tools and review results of various labeling processes for data science team members to assist them in building and optimizing our products into an innovative industry leader
  • Manage remote teams of legal document coders
  • Respond to internal and external user inquiries regarding RPX’s data

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in quantitative discipline or a legal background with an emphasis on intellectual property
  • Experience with patent prosecution, patent portfolio management, and/or patent litigation
  • Solid understanding of intellectual property concepts, particularly pertaining to the Patent domain
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Experience with SQL
  • Familiarity with or willingness to learn relevant languages such as Python, R, or Java
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
  • Proficient in problem-solving and analytical thinking in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • USPTO Patent Agent certificate
  • Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI

Interested in Learning More About Us?
In compliance with CA Pay Transparency, the RPX base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $157,000 with a target budgeted salary of $105,000 to $125,000 depending on skills and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus opportunity and comprehensive benefits and perks, including group health coverage, company HSA contribution, 401(k) matching, medical disability and family leave benefits, fitness reimbursement, community service days, charitable donation matching, and more, as well as the option to work remotely or from our beautiful San Francisco office.

At RPX, we value diversity. Our differences unlock our strengths. We embrace diversity of thought and background to foster opportunities for innovation and collaboration. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, humility and empathy where authenticity is welcomed, and all people are supported. Uplifting each other enhances the well-being of our communities as well as the success of our company. By encouraging everyone to speak, and listening carefully to every voice, we’re better equipped to understand our clients’ increasingly diverse needs and deliver solutions to their most complex problems.

RPX is an equal opportunity employer.

We will make reasonable accommodations to enable any qualified individual with a disability to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform the essential functions of the relevant position, and to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as those enjoyed by similarly-situated employees without disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please notify RPX HR.

To learn more about our competitive benefits and perks and review our Job Applicant Privacy Policy, visit www.rpxcorp.com/about/careers/.

Apply online at:
https://app.jobvite.com/j?aj=ot3ynfwb&s=Patently-O

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Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Francisco, CA