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Chicago office of our client seeks materials science patent attorney with 1-4 years of experience. The candidate must hold a degree in Materials Science (or Chemical Engineering with significant experience with materials science). Must preferably have experience with mechanical and electromechanical technologies. Law firm experience is preferred. Must be in good standing and an active member of the IL State Bar. Should be registered to practice before the Patent Office. Legal

Strong writing, research, and communication skills required. Must hold a JD degree from an ABA-approved law school. Must have strong academic background.

Keep an eye on this national firm. Dramatically expanding through lateral hiring and mergers, it is now one of the largest firms in the nation. Its large Chicago office has maintained its midwest glow and is known for its personable, friendly atmosphere. Providing traditional legal services in corporate transactions, litigation, real estate, tax and corporate law, it also has very strong government and project finance, health care, trusts and estates, airport services and IP practices. We've made some calls and associates have reported that they are really comfortable here and particularly pleased with the extensive and comprehensive training programs the firm provides. The multi-office firm also gives them an abundance of resources. And with offices just off of Michigan Avenue, the Chicago office location can't be topped. Additional branch offices spread out to the West Coast, Washington, DC, and Florida.

Chicago office of our client seeks mid-level intellectual property associate attorney with preferably 3+ years of patent prosecution experience. The candidate must have an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. Admission to the Patent Bar is preferred. Should be in good standing and an active member of the IL Bar. Legal

The candidate must excel in a team environment and be a highly motivated self-starter with excellent business judgment, outstanding written communication skills, and the flexibility to thrive (and have fun!) in a fast-paced professional environment. Must hold a JD degree from an ABA-approved law school.

Chicago office of our client seeks patent attorney with 2-5 years of experience. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. Should have experience writing and prosecuting US and non-US patent applications, analyzing issued patents, soliciting disclosures of inventions and timely filing of accurate disclosures. Legal

Should possess strong communication skills, including technical writing. Should also possess enthusiasm, personality, entrepreneurial drive, and exacting focus on client service to become a partner in our national Intellectual Property group.

This branch office of a mid-west firm is going places. Firm wide, this firm is considered a large firm. This office operates like a small law firm, and its quality of its attorneys and work is high. This is a busy office that represents a lot of the mid-west powerhouse companies in business transactions, intellectual property and litigation, such as commercial, securities, product liability, insurance coverage, and intellectual property matters. The firms' lawyers try cases all over the nations, and try more cases than most firms in the country. The firm hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools. The pay is average, but the billable requirement is reasonable. People work hard, but the firm realizes that quality of life is just as important. Associates who stay 7-8 years make partner. People really do get along with one another. This firm is always looking to find awesome, talented attorneys. Find your niche in business, real property, litigation, and intellectual property law within a relaxed yet highly professional atmosphere.

Chicago office of our client seeks patent prosecution attorney with 5-7 years of experience. The candidate should possess an ME or EE degree. Skill set should have a primary emphasis on patent preparation and prosecution work, with experience in product clearance/opinion work and supporting the technical aspects of patent litigation. Illinois admission is required. Large law firm experience is preferred. Legal

Must have strong academic credentials, superior writing ability, a quick-study aptitude, the ability to engender client confidence, and who will thrive in a creative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment.

Associates say that this firm offers an attractive work/life balance along with a laid-back atmosphere. Inclusion, they say, is a part of the firm's culture. They also advise that career progression opportunities are available to those who are highly-motivated and willing to be inquisitive.

Chicago office of our client seeks patent attorney with 1-4 years of experience. The candidate should have degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering. Must have an interest in both patent litigation and prosecution. Legal

Should also possess strong analytical skills, superior academic credentials, and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Known for its international reputation for excellence in intellectual property law, this small Chicago firm counsels clients in all areas of intellectual property, including computer hardware and software, household products, financial services, medical devices, machinery and pharmaceuticals, trademark and patent litigation, copyright and unfair competition litigation and licensing and franchising matters. These are experts in IP and, because they are highly trained litigators, they transfer that expertise very effectively to the courtroom. They are unbeatable at trial and have the record to prove it. The firm's clients are scattered throughout the U.S. and Europe. And, are you looking for real training? This firm doesn't just pay lip service -- it delivers. This firm places particular emphasis on writing skills and strong academics are a must. Candidates must have background in chemistry, molecular biology or engineering (preferrably chemical, electrical, mechanical or computer).

Chicago office of our client seeks patent prosecution associate with experience. The candidate should have with a B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering. Must have a focus on antenna design, wave theory, or signal processing. Legal

This mid-sized intellectual property law firm boasts more lawyers with Ph.D. and other advanced technical degrees than other IP outfits in the Chicago. They produce top-quality work and are engaged in procurement, licensing, enforcement, and defense of patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and unfair competition matters. Its clients include Fortune 100 companies and start-ups in various industries, including electronic, telecommunications, computer, biotechnology, chemical, and pharmaceutical area. The firm's work environment is collegial and friendly, where lawyers constantly interact with one another. However, the work is taken very seriously and discussions are abstract and very technical. Associates who work hard and produce top quality work are expected to make partner, as clients are flocking to the firm and there is largely no competition among the lawyers to get clients to advance to partnership. Technical background is required to join the firm. Strong academic background, both undergraduate and law school, is prerequisite to get a job here. Compensation is top market and billable hours are manageable.

Chicago office of our client seeks attorney with 3-5 years of chemical, mechanical, or electrical engineering prosecution experience. The candidate will serve in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications and opinion work in their respective technological field. Must preferably have experience with the following: Inventor interviews; Prior art and clearance searches; Drafting applications and responses to office actions; Examiner interviews; Pre-appeal reviews; Appeal briefs; After final consideration requests; Post-grant procedures (inter partes review, reexamination, reissue); other tasks associated with patent prosecution and opinion work. Legal

Boasting over 100 years of client service, there is no doubt that this firm was a forerunner in the IP area long before everyone else showed up. With additional offices on the East and West Coasts, it continues to lead the IP pack. Areas of practice include copyright, trademark, patents, licensing and unfair competition. Clients range from small to large corporations, hospitals and universities, Fortune 500s and individual entrepreneurs.

Chicago office of our client seeks attorney with 1-10 years of litigation experience. The candidate will handle litigation related tasks, due diligence as well as patent prosecution matters for clients ranging in size from FORTUNE 100 companies to start-ups. Should have a technical background. An undergraduate degree in computer, electrical, chemical or mechanical engineering is preferred. Registration before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is strongly preferred. Legal

Should have excellent academic credentials and strong writing and analytical skills.

This smaller intellectual property law firm practices in patents, trademarks, copyright, anti-counterfeiting, litigation, trade secrets, international IP, internet and domain name disputes, and licensing, tech transfer and IP agreements. They have 20 attorneys working in their two offices.

Chicago office of our client seeks associate attorney with 1-5 years of litigation experience and a technical background. An undergraduate degree in science or engineering is preferred. The candidate will handle litigation related tasks, due diligence as well as patent prosecution matters for clients ranging in size from Fortune 100 companies to start-ups. Registration before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is preferred. Legal

The candidate should have excellent academic credentials and strong writing and analytical skills.

This smaller intellectual property law firm practices in patents, trademarks, copyright, anti-counterfeiting, litigation, trade secrets, international IP, internet and domain name disputes, and licensing, tech transfer and IP agreements. They have 20 attorneys working in their two offices.

Chicago office of our client seeks patent prosecution attorney with 6+ years of experience. The ideal candidate can prepare and prosecute patent applications, write opinions, and conduct freedom to operate studies relating to a wide range of technical work. Should have technical background. The ideal candidate will be fluent in Japanese. Will preferably have some transferrable business and is admitted to the USPTO and Illinois Bars. Legal

The candidate must have also have excellent communication skills and academic records.

This leading law firm serves the intellectual property needs of clients from around the world. As one of the largest IP law firms in the country, it litigates on behalf of the U.S. and international clients in all fields of intellectual property law in state and federal courts and before the International Trade Commission. The firm also prosecutes patent, trademark, and copyright applications and negotiates licenses and other technology-transfer agreements. Firm lawyers are frequent participants in professional meetings and seminar programs. Several of them have written treatises that have been recognized as standard works on patent, trademark, trade secret, and licensing law.