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Washington, D.C. office of an AmLaw firm seeks chemistry patent agent/advisor with 1+ year of legal experience as well as substantive industry experience and a Ph.D. in organic chemistry or a related field. The candidate will focus on patent counseling, prosecution, and litigation practice. Will conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses; analyze patent and scientific papers and documents to assist patent attorneys on patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation; draft patent applications and responses to office actions; and advise lawyers on technology issues in preparation for depositions. Broad scientific knowledge in biotechnology or related field is required. Must be a registered USPTO patent agent or eligible to sit for the USPTO registration exam and otherwise meet the requirements for registration as a patent agent. Legal

The candidate must have superb technical, written and verbal communication skills in English.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.

Patent Agents - Chemistry

Full-Time

Washington, D.C. office of an AmLaw firm seeks biotech patent agent with 2+ years of law firm experience and a Ph.D in microbiology, or a related field. The candidate will conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses. Will analyze patents and scientific papers to assist patent attorneys on patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation. Draft patent applications and responses to office actions; and participate in post-grant procedures at the USPTO. Broad scientific knowledge in biotechnology is required, with a special emphasis upon genetics, synthetic biology, transformation of microbial host cells for industrial fermentation, and agricultural biotechnology. USPTO Registration Number is required. Legal

The candidate must have superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English. Must possess initiative, be a fast learner, and work well with others.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.

Patent Agents - Biotechnology

Full-Time

Washington, D.C. office of boutique firm seeks patent agent with of experience. The candidate will primarily do preparation and prosecution work for a variety of clients in the electrical, electro-mechanical, software, and Internet technology areas. Law firm experience and/or tech industry experience, as well as present and former Examiners is required. USPTO registration (in good standing) is preferred. Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, or related field is desired, and advanced degrees and/or industry experience in these areas are a plus. Portable business is not required. Legal

This law firm focuses on all issues related to intellectual property law. Their areas of practice include litigation, patents, copyrights, trade secrets, trademarks, litigation, technology transfer, due diligence, and more. The firm is located in Washington D.C.

Patent Agents - Software, Patent Agents - Mechanical, Patent Agents - Electrical Engineering, Patent Agents - Computer Science, Patent Agents - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

Washington, D.C. office of an AmLaw firm seeks patent agent with experience. The candidate will support the Firm's patent prosecution practice, leveraging technical expertise to assist the Firm's clients in protecting their technology with patents. Will work under the supervision of a licensed patent attorney to draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Support client innovation efforts through active participation in the preparation of patent specifications, including drafting of claims. Assist attorneys in the writing of scientific and technical documents clearly and concisely, conducting legal and technical research using all available resources in support of various patent-related matters. Draft patent applications and prosecute applications through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Responsible for managing multiple matters simultaneously with various deadlines while maintaining a calendar to meet due dates established by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and/or clients. Advise and communicate regularly with supervising attorney regarding the status of assigned client matters. Perform other duties as assigned. Electrical and/or computer engineering specialization are preferred. Technical background and experience in electrical or computer engineering are preferred. Must have License by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Legal

The candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. Must have excellent language and grammar skills, and ability to write scientific documents clearly and concisely. Strong analytical skills and ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment is needed. Must be highly organized, with strong attention to detail, with ability to handle multiple deadlines and adhere to due dates. Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite are essential.

The DC office of this national firm is a rising and well-respected player in the DC market. This firm offers its associates meaningful work and has some unique and more sexy practice areas, along with a diverse client base, that keeps associates interested in their work and practices. Although good schools are a top priority for this sometimes conservative firm, high achievers from local schools are also encouraged to apply.

Patent Agents - Electrical Engineering, Patent Agents - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

Washington, D.C. office of an AmLaw firm seeks patent agent/ patent technical specialist with preferably 2-3 years of patent work experience. The candidate will work with the chemical and biotechnology patent prosecution team. Will serve in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution practice, including preparation of patent applications, office action responses, and patentability search reports. Provide opportunities to assist on freedom-to-operate, patentability, and inventorship opinions, to work on post-issuance practice projects, and to provide litigation support. Be involved in telephonic, e-mail and in-person meetings with many prestigious clients which include international pharmaceutical companies, mid-size biotechnology companies, emerging companies and major research institutions. Reviewing invention disclosures and participating in discussions with inventors to understand their new inventions; 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 U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; developing arguments for patentability to Patent Office Examiners; and reviewing patents as part of the Intellectual Property due diligence for a potential acquisition or merger. Must preferably have Ph.D. degree. Legal

The candidate should have superior academic credentials and very strong writing skills and oral communication skills. Must be creative, mature and inquisitive.

A southeastern powerhouse with a diverse array of practice areas and clients, this firm has an especially well-developed public policy practice, particularly at the federal government level. Over the last two decades, this firm has featured especially robust growth, and its upward trajectory is expected to continue. Its commitment to innovation and cognizance of the changing tides in the legal industry are promising in terms of future stability and continued visibility. This firm is also widely recognized as an excellent place to work, meaning that its attorneys can count on an environment in which they are respected and given the foundation they need to grow.

Patent Agents - Chemistry, Patent Agents - Biotechnology

Full-Time

Washington, D.C. office of an AmLaw firm seeks patent agent with 2-4 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution. The candidate must possess a four year degree in electrical or computer engineering. Experience with telecommunication and/or circuit transistor technologies is a plus. Membership to the Patent Bar is required. This is a non-partnership track position. Legal

The candidate must possess excellent academic credentials, and a desire to excel in a law firm environment.

This large DC firm is known as a place that offers a broad and sophisticated practice, while also being very family friendly. Although salaries are slightly less than competitor firms as associates become more senior, this is reflected in the lower billable hour requirement, which seems to be welcomed by associates that seem to value a more balanced work and personal life. We hear that associates are treated with respect, the culture is exceptionally diverse and progressive, and pro bono work is valued beyond mere lip service.

Patent Agents - Electrical Engineering, Patent Agents - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

Washington D.C office of an AmLaw firm seeks junior to mid-level electrical patent agent with 2-5 years of prosecution experience at a firm or in-house. The candidate should have a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, with experience in wireless communications, and in hardware and circuits. Ability to draft applications is a must. Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is a plus. Legal

The candidate must have strong academic credentials. Outstanding written communication skills are needed.

Built on client focus, this firm has been nationally ranked in 15 practice areas by US News. This firm provides strategic, sophisticated, affordable counsel across the country and internationally. Attorneys at this firm focus on their clients? entire organization, not just on the legal matters. They work in collaborative, cross-practice teams which focus not only on legal and regulatory matters, but also on operational issues, market opportunities, and competitive advantage. Additionally, the attorneys at this firm have a deep understanding and experience in a number of industries subject to unique regulatory or rapidly changing market conditions.

Patent Agents - Electrical Engineering, Patent Agents - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

Washington, D.C. office of our client, a Chambers ranked law firm, is actively seeking associates to join our Intellectual Property Group. The candidate will be serving a variety of duties related to patents and technology. Will be drafting new patent applications. Meeting or otherwise conferring with inventors and/or in-house counsel to identify new innovations, extracting details of inventions and technical advantages, and drafting patent claims and accompanying drawings and text to describe inventions. Reviewing and analyzing details of a patent application, analyzing and evaluating prior art references cited by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in rejections, drafting claim amendments to overcome cited rejections and drafting remarks and arguments in support of the clients' positions. Legal research, drafting documents, and evaluating references or other patent documents. Must have a technical degree (or expect to receive a degree in) electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science or other related field and be eligible to sit for the Patent Bar. Computer science degrees must be from an ABET-accredited program or otherwise qualify to sit for the Patent Bar. Legal

This national IP powerhouse is renowned for both its soft and hard intellectual property practices. This firm's attorneys went to a variety of schools, but all had significant study and/or work experience to prepare them for their specialization. An entrepreneurial spirit is definitely rewarded at this firm, which offers merit-based promotion and significant responsibility to all associates.

Patent Agents - Electrical Engineering, Patent Agents - Computer Science, Patent Agents - Computer Engineering

Full-Time

Washington, D.C. office of an AmLaw firm seeks patent agent with 2+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution. The candidate should have an advanced degree in molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry or related field (Ph.D. is preferred). Legal

The candidate must have excellent writing skills and academic and work credentials.

This AmLaw 100 firm is consistently praised by its associates for offering high caliber, interesting work while still allowing for flexibility in work schedule and respect for its associates. The firm has been consistently on the cutting edge of legal developments, and is a leader in the data privacy and cyber security space. It's associates get top-of-the-market pay and complex work. The atmosphere is friendly and the firm values the career development of its associates, offering great training opportunities and mentorship.

Patent Agents - Molecular Biology, Patent Agents - Biochemistry

Full-Time

Washington, D.C. office of our client seeks technology specialist with preferably 1-4 years of patent prosecution experience. The candidate should preferably have strong preference with experience in machine learning or quantum computing or closely related field. USPTO registration is preferred. Legal

The candidate should have excellent academic credentials and writing skills.

The firm has 12 offices and 357 attorneys working in the team. It was established in the late 1870s and works in the areas of copyright law, post grant, trademark law, litigation, IP licensing, patent law, regulatory law and EU unitary patent. The firm believes in keeping up to date on the latest changes in the field of patent law and technology. It is considered an IP powerhouse, representing clients from a wide range of industries.

Patent Agents - Hard Science General, Patent Agents - Hardware, Patent Agents - Computer Engineering

Full-Time