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New York - Senior Intellectual Property Transactions Counsel - Senior Manager

New York NY Senior Intellectual Property Transactions Counsel - Senior Manager
The candidate will be responsible to lead intellectual property transactions, both during mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and during divestitures and significant licensing transactions. Responsibilities include managing and performing significant intellectual property due diligence during M&A transactions, providing lead counsel and advice regarding intellectual property risks and mitigation efforts during acquisition efforts, providing expertise, education and training across relevant legal disciplines and business for these inbound and outbound transactions. May supervise outside counsel and/or non-attorney staff. Lead management of intellectual property due diligence, analysis, structuring and negotiation of intellectual property terms during merger and acquisition and joint venture activity. Lead management of intellectual property issues on significant or complex IP licensing transactions and outbound divestitures, spin-offs and other sales of intellectual assets. Develop and formalize processes, templates and form agreements for special or complex IP transactions, and prepare education and other communication materials regarding those developments. Coordinate efforts of outside counsel on both inbound (merger and acquisition/joint venture) and outbound (licensing, sales and other divestitures) of intellectual property efforts. Coordinate IP transactions issues with merger and acquisition internal counsel, corporate development and new business leads, and lead counsel for growth platforms and operating groups on relevant transactions, and with other IP professionals in the Legal IP group. Provide intellectual property transactions counseling to Legal group members across geographies and specialty groups. Anticipate needs, and conceive and develop specific knowledge capital deliverables (i.e. developing/reviewing processes, communications, etc.). Anticipate and manage multiple projects, expectations and concerns working closely with senior executives, and acquisition and divestiture targets, in a focused and responsive manner. Deliver timely, rapid, focused and relevant responses to internal client teams as well as fellow Legal group colleagues. Anticipate issues and obstacles that impact group and/or client success. Develop innovative solutions in alignment with business strategy. Reports to the Managing Director - Legal Services, Intellectual Property and Strategic Initiatives.

The candidate should have a Law degree preferably with an undergraduate degree or comparable education in computer technology, software or electrical engineering or other hard science. Must have 6+ years of experience practicing intellectual property/patent law (in-house corporate intellectual property/patent attorney or within a law firm) with 5+ years of experience in managing due diligence, license and agreement structuring, negotiation and other IP-related issues in merger, acquisition, joint venture and licensing activities. Experience in patent and IP litigation and related counseling preferred. In-depth knowledge of intellectual property and information technology law, with extensive knowledge and experience of software licensing (including open source software), standards-essential patents, and FRAND terms and M&A deals desired. Travel may be required. Legal 6 - 8 Full-time 2013-02-27

Illinois - Senior Intellectual Property Transactions Counsel - Senior Manager

Chicago IL Senior Intellectual Property Transactions Counsel - Senior Manager
The candidate will be responsible to lead intellectual property transactions, both during mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and during divestitures and significant licensing transactions. Responsibilities include managing and performing significant intellectual property due diligence during M&A transactions, providing lead counsel and advice regarding intellectual property risks and mitigation efforts during acquisition efforts, providing expertise, education and training across relevant legal disciplines and business for these inbound and outbound transactions. May supervise outside counsel and/or non-attorney staff. Lead management of intellectual property due diligence, analysis, structuring and negotiation of intellectual property terms during merger and acquisition and joint venture activity. Lead management of intellectual property issues on significant or complex IP licensing transactions and outbound divestitures, spin-offs and other sales of intellectual assets. Develop and formalize processes, templates and form agreements for special or complex IP transactions, and prepare education and other communication materials regarding those developments. Coordinate efforts of outside counsel on both inbound (merger and acquisition/joint venture) and outbound (licensing, sales and other divestitures) of intellectual property efforts. Coordinate IP transactions issues with merger and acquisition internal counsel, corporate development and new business leads, and lead counsel for growth platforms and operating groups on relevant transactions, and with other IP professionals in the Legal IP group. Provide intellectual property transactions counseling to Legal group members across geographies and specialty groups. Anticipate needs, and conceive and develop specific knowledge capital deliverables (i.e. developing/reviewing processes, communications, etc.). Anticipate and manage multiple projects, expectations and concerns working closely with senior executives, and acquisition and divestiture targets, in a focused and responsive manner. Deliver timely, rapid, focused and relevant responses to internal client teams as well as fellow Legal group colleagues. Anticipate issues and obstacles that impact group and/or client success. Develop innovative solutions in alignment with business strategy. Reports to the Managing Director - Legal Services, Intellectual Property and Strategic Initiatives.

The candidate should have a Law degree preferably with an undergraduate degree or comparable education in computer technology, software or electrical engineering or other hard science. Must have 6+ years of experience practicing intellectual property/patent law (in-house corporate intellectual property/patent attorney or within a law firm) with 5+ years of experience in managing due diligence, license and agreement structuring, negotiation and other IP-related issues in merger, acquisition, joint venture and licensing activities. Experience in patent and IP litigation and related counseling preferred. In-depth knowledge of intellectual property and information technology law, with extensive knowledge and experience of software licensing (including open source software), standards-essential patents, and FRAND terms and M&A deals desired. Travel may be required. Legal 6 - 8 Full-time 2013-02-26

California - Senior IP Attorney

Sunnyvale CA Senior IP Attorney
The candidate will report directly to the Chief Intellectual Property Counsel and is responsible for providing a broad array of IP portfolio development and strategy services to in-house clients. Will have an opportunity to support patent assertion and litigation matters, address open source and industry standards IP issues, as well as various other IP-related transactional deals. Responsibilities include managing legal matters handled by outside counsel. Work closely with technical thought leaders and develop a patent portfolio based on identifying, analyzing and anticipating global technological trends within the company's ecosystem. Counsel on IP-related issues in IP- and tech-heavy contracts including IP licenses, third party agreements, and vendor supplier relationships. Manage external counsel on patent portfolio development and IP-related litigations.

The candidate should have a law degree with admission to the State Bar and Patent Bar. Must have 5+ years of experience of relevant experience preferably with prior in-house experience. Should have demonstrated experience in IP-related matters, including IP-related portfolio development, IP licensing, offensive / defensive IP assertions, IP patent acquisitions, etc. Experience in contract law in the technology industry is preferred. A passion for evangelizing how IP can be used as a business tool a plus. Legal 5 - 7 Full-time 2013-02-11

California - Patent Attorney

San Jose CA Patent Attorney
The candidate will report to the Chief IP Counsel, to support company's Physical IP Division and handle a high volume of varied work. Should have a J.D. degree from an accredited university and admission to a State Bar. Should have a B.S. in electrical engineering or computer science or substantial work experience with standard cells, memory, and I/O products. Must have 5+ years of law firm and/or in-house corporate experience. Should also have 5+ years of experience preparing and prosecuting U.S. and non-U.S. patent applications in the electrical or software areas, preferably in the field of semiconductor manufacturing processes. Must have specialization in Patent Prosecution in the field of semiconductor device design and manufacture. USPTO Patent Bar admission required. Must have thorough understanding of the highly complex legal and technical issues surrounding patent prosecution, and the wider picture of company ecosystem. Should have considerable experience in the field of patent prosecution in the field of digital circuit design and transistor level device physics. Significant practical and commercial experience in semiconductor manufacturing is also preferred. Considerable international travel may be required. Legal 5 - 7 Full-time 2013-02-06

Massachusetts - Intellectual Property Counsel

Worcester MA Intellectual Property Counsel
The candidate will manage company's patent prosecution, law firm relationships, and payment of patent legal expenses. Will perform freedom to operate patent analyses. Manage company patent and agreement databases, reports and records. Negotiate and draft company licenses, MTAs, CDAs and other tech transfer agreements. Manage company licensing relationships and alliances. Coordinate with management and R&D, internal counsel, external counsel, government agencies and trade associations on legal affairs, regulatory affairs, government relations, corporate communications on company matters.

The candidate should have a B.S. in a life science. A J.D. degree is also required. Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D. in Life Sciences or M.D.) preferred. Membership in good standing of a State Bar required. Membership of Federal Patent Bar is essential. Must have 3+ years of relevant experience (with biotechnology company, medical products company, academic medical center or law firm), which may include: 1 year patent prosecution experience, 1 year corporate experience, and preferably 1 year of law firm experience. Legal 3 - 5 Full-time 2013-02-06

Illinois - Patent Attorney

Moline IL Patent Attorney
The candidate will provide research, legal and/or intellectual property counsel, recommendations and alternatives for complex legal questions and issues. Will draft, negotiate, and/or file legal briefs and documents including patent applications, opinions, contracts, notices, agreements, registrations and licenses. Assist senior attorneys in analysis of issues to identify legal problems. Review legal documents for compliance with applicable laws. Stay current on emerging trends in the law through continuing legal education, reading, professional conferences and participating in professional associations.

The candidate should preferably have a Bachelor's degree in a law/government, engineering or related discipline and/or equivalent work experience. A J.D. degree is also required. Must have 3+ years of experience in the overall corporate legal environment. Should also have 3+ years of experience in the general practice of law in a private law firm or corporate law department. Should be registered with the USPTO. Must have knowledge of risk management within areas of specialization and responsibility. Should have ability to perform legal research using the internet plus various online tools and CD-ROM programs. Must have knowledge of intellectual asset management, including intellectual property strategic planning for product lines, technologies and services. Legal 3 - 5 Full-time 2013-02-02

Massachusetts - Senior Patent Attorney / Principal Patent Attorney

Boston MA Senior Patent Attorney / Principal Patent Attorney
The candidate will manage a broad IP portfolio across all phases of research, development and commercialisation, and directly advise stakeholders at the highest levels of business. Will draft and prosecute several complex IP portfolios (and supervise outside counsel regarding the same) relating to an assigned client area. Provide IP advice to assigned clients reflecting R&D objectives, and identify and address IP opportunities and risks. Develop and implement IP strategies for assigned area. Communicate effectively with R&D clients on IP matters. Operate effectively within global IP teams on IP operational or strategic IP issues. Work on IP diligence and other activities in support of Strategic Partnering Business Development (SPBD) opportunities. Manage external service providers effectively. Act as an attorney of record for EP or US prosecution.

The candidate should be a qualified EPA, CPA or registered patent attorney. Must have 3+ years of pqe or a US patent attorney licensed to practice before the USPTO with 5+ years of experience. Should have significant experience in preparing and prosecuting complex pharmaceutical device patents or pharmaceuticals. Must have experience in developing and implementing IP strategies in multiple markets and jurisdictions, with particular emphasis on pharmaceutical devices or pharmaceuticals. Experience in prosecuting pharmaceutical formulation and/or manufacturing process patents is preferred. Experience is prosecuting design patents is desired. Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is preferred. Experience in working in a law firm is desired. Experience managing external service providers is preferred. Legal 3 - 5 Full-time 2013-02-02

Delaware - Senior Patent Attorney / Principal Patent Attorney

Wilmington DE Senior Patent Attorney / Principal Patent Attorney
The candidate will manage a broad IP portfolio across all phases of research, development and commercialisation, and directly advise stakeholders at the highest levels of business. Will draft and prosecute several complex IP portfolios (and supervise outside counsel regarding the same) relating to an assigned client area. Provide IP advice to assigned clients reflecting R&D objectives, and identify and address IP opportunities and risks. Develop and implement IP strategies for assigned area. Communicate effectively with R&D clients on IP matters. Operate effectively within global IP teams on IP operational or strategic IP issues. Work on IP diligence and other activities in support of Strategic Partnering Business Development (SPBD) opportunities. Manage external service providers effectively. Act as an attorney of record for EP or US prosecution.

The candidate should be a qualified EPA, CPA or registered patent attorney. Must have 3+ years of pqe or a US patent attorney licensed to practice before the USPTO with 5+ years of experience. Should have significant experience in preparing and prosecuting complex pharmaceutical device patents or pharmaceuticals. Must have experience in developing and implementing IP strategies in multiple markets and jurisdictions, with particular emphasis on pharmaceutical devices or pharmaceuticals. Experience in prosecuting pharmaceutical formulation and/or manufacturing process patents is preferred. Experience is prosecuting design patents is desired. Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is preferred. Experience in working in a law firm is desired. Experience managing external service providers is preferred. Legal 3 - 5 Full-time 2013-02-02

Delaware - Associate General Counsel, Business Development

Wilmington DE Associate General Counsel, Business Development
The candidate will support patent and business development teams. Will provide services in a variety of commercial transactions, predominantly technology and software licenses and joint development agreements. Must have J.D. degree and 10+ years of legal experience, with heavy emphasis on technology development and licensing agreements during the most recent years. Should have experience with commercial transactions. Experience with technology development and licensing agreements is required. Experience with patent transactional matters is a plus. Some travel is required. Legal 10 - 15 Full-time 2013-02-01

New York - Patent Counsel II

Tarrytown NY Patent Counsel II
The candidate will review and evaluate technical developments of the company and prepare, file and prosecute US and foreign patent applications covering the patentable aspects of such developments with the objective of obtaining an exclusive position in a technical area for a limited number of years. Will review and evaluate marketing and technical activities of others, counsel management regarding possible infringement by such parties of company patents, and assist outside counsel in any patent litigation against such parties. Review and evaluate marketing and technical activities of the company, counsel management so as to avoid infringement on patent rights of others, and assist outside counsel in defending against any patent charges brought by others against the company. Review advertising, product labels, packaging, product data sheets and the like relating to company products, as well as proposed company publications or publications company employees or consultants, to ensure that company rights in proprietary technical information and patents are properly protected and encroachment on the rights of others is avoided. Prepare, negotiate, and interpret agreements relating to licensing and/or assignment of US and foreign patents or other industrial property rights to and/or from the company in order to obtain use of technology of others, allow the company to operate with minimal restrictions in its desired areas, and/or provide royalty income to the company for the use by others of company technology. Prepare, negotiate, and interpret agreements relating to consultantships, grants, technical disclosures to the company, and the proprietary rights aspects of employer-employee relations in order to obtain the assistance of the company without jeopardizing company rights or incurring unreasonable liabilities. Will report either directly to the Vice President, Patent and Licensing, Chemical Businesses or to an Associate Patent Counsel.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering related discipline, such as electrical engineering, physics, software, chemical engineering or electrochemistry. Must be trained in the general practice of law and hold the degree of J.D. or its equivalent. Should be capable of and be fully licensed to handle all phases of the general practice of law in at least one state, preferably the state in which working. Must have 8+ years of broad experience in the patent law field and a thorough knowledge of both the US and the foreign laws relating thereto. Should also be registered to practice before the USPTO. Must be well-versed in those aspects of the antitrust laws which relate to intellectual property in order to insure that drafting license agreements. Familiarity with recent court decisions relating to patents, licenses, antitrust, secrets, and unfair competition is also necessary. Should have the ability to analyze and recognize the significance of complex developments in several technological areas, such as chemistry, pharmacology and instrumentation. Skill in drafting and prosecuting patent applications and in drafting and negotiating licenses and other agreements relating to intellectual property rights is also required. In depth electrical engineering background with experience in electro chemistry, antilogarithms, patent prep and process, patent contract negotiations and diagnostics experience preferred. Legal 8 - 10 Full-time 2013-01-30
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New York - Senior Intellectual Property Transactions Counsel - Senior Manager
Refer job# UHAT25699
 
Senior Intellectual Property Transactions Counsel - Senior Manager
The candidate will be responsible to lead intellectual property transactions, both during mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and during divestitures and significant licensing transactions. Responsibilities include managing and performing significant intellectual property due diligence during M&A transactions, providing lead counsel and advice regarding intellectual property risks and mitigation efforts during acquisition efforts, providing expertise, education and training across relevant legal disciplines and business for these inbound and outbound transactions. May supervise outside counsel and/or non-attorney staff. Lead management of intellectual property due diligence, analysis, structuring and negotiation of intellectual property terms during merger and acquisition and joint venture activity. Lead management of intellectual property issues on significant or complex IP licensing transactions and outbound divestitures, spin-offs and other sales of intellectual assets. Develop and formalize processes, templates and form agreements for special or complex IP transactions, and prepare education and other communication materials regarding those developments. Coordinate efforts of outside counsel on both inbound (merger and acquisition/joint venture) and outbound (licensing, sales and other divestitures) of intellectual property efforts. Coordinate IP transactions issues with merger and acquisition internal counsel, corporate development and new business leads, and lead counsel for growth platforms and operating groups on relevant transactions, and with other IP professionals in the Legal IP group. Provide intellectual property transactions counseling to Legal group members across geographies and specialty groups. Anticipate needs, and conceive and develop specific knowledge capital deliverables (i.e. developing/reviewing processes, communications, etc.). Anticipate and manage multiple projects, expectations and concerns working closely with senior executives, and acquisition and divestiture targets, in a focused and responsive manner. Deliver timely, rapid, focused and relevant responses to internal client teams as well as fellow Legal group colleagues. Anticipate issues and obstacles that impact group and/or client success. Develop innovative solutions in alignment with business strategy. Reports to the Managing Director - Legal Services, Intellectual Property and Strategic Initiatives.

The candidate should have a Law degree preferably with an undergraduate degree or comparable education in computer technology, software or electrical engineering or other hard science. Must have 6+ years of experience practicing intellectual property/patent law (in-house corporate intellectual property/patent attorney or within a law firm) with 5+ years of experience in managing due diligence, license and agreement structuring, negotiation and other IP-related issues in merger, acquisition, joint venture and licensing activities. Experience in patent and IP litigation and related counseling preferred. In-depth knowledge of intellectual property and information technology law, with extensive knowledge and experience of software licensing (including open source software), standards-essential patents, and FRAND terms and M&A deals desired. Travel may be required.
 
EMAIL TO COLLEAGUE  PERMALINK
 
Illinois - Senior Intellectual Property Transactions Counsel - Senior Manager
Refer job# GZWR25697
 
Senior Intellectual Property Transactions Counsel - Senior Manager
The candidate will be responsible to lead intellectual property transactions, both during mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and during divestitures and significant licensing transactions. Responsibilities include managing and performing significant intellectual property due diligence during M&A transactions, providing lead counsel and advice regarding intellectual property risks and mitigation efforts during acquisition efforts, providing expertise, education and training across relevant legal disciplines and business for these inbound and outbound transactions. May supervise outside counsel and/or non-attorney staff. Lead management of intellectual property due diligence, analysis, structuring and negotiation of intellectual property terms during merger and acquisition and joint venture activity. Lead management of intellectual property issues on significant or complex IP licensing transactions and outbound divestitures, spin-offs and other sales of intellectual assets. Develop and formalize processes, templates and form agreements for special or complex IP transactions, and prepare education and other communication materials regarding those developments. Coordinate efforts of outside counsel on both inbound (merger and acquisition/joint venture) and outbound (licensing, sales and other divestitures) of intellectual property efforts. Coordinate IP transactions issues with merger and acquisition internal counsel, corporate development and new business leads, and lead counsel for growth platforms and operating groups on relevant transactions, and with other IP professionals in the Legal IP group. Provide intellectual property transactions counseling to Legal group members across geographies and specialty groups. Anticipate needs, and conceive and develop specific knowledge capital deliverables (i.e. developing/reviewing processes, communications, etc.). Anticipate and manage multiple projects, expectations and concerns working closely with senior executives, and acquisition and divestiture targets, in a focused and responsive manner. Deliver timely, rapid, focused and relevant responses to internal client teams as well as fellow Legal group colleagues. Anticipate issues and obstacles that impact group and/or client success. Develop innovative solutions in alignment with business strategy. Reports to the Managing Director - Legal Services, Intellectual Property and Strategic Initiatives.

The candidate should have a Law degree preferably with an undergraduate degree or comparable education in computer technology, software or electrical engineering or other hard science. Must have 6+ years of experience practicing intellectual property/patent law (in-house corporate intellectual property/patent attorney or within a law firm) with 5+ years of experience in managing due diligence, license and agreement structuring, negotiation and other IP-related issues in merger, acquisition, joint venture and licensing activities. Experience in patent and IP litigation and related counseling preferred. In-depth knowledge of intellectual property and information technology law, with extensive knowledge and experience of software licensing (including open source software), standards-essential patents, and FRAND terms and M&A deals desired. Travel may be required.
 
EMAIL TO COLLEAGUE  PERMALINK
 
California - Senior IP Attorney
Refer job# I1S025562
 
Senior IP Attorney
The candidate will report directly to the Chief Intellectual Property Counsel and is responsible for providing a broad array of IP portfolio development and strategy services to in-house clients. Will have an opportunity to support patent assertion and litigation matters, address open source and industry standards IP issues, as well as various other IP-related transactional deals. Responsibilities include managing legal matters handled by outside counsel. Work closely with technical thought leaders and develop a patent portfolio based on identifying, analyzing and anticipating global technological trends within the company's ecosystem. Counsel on IP-related issues in IP- and tech-heavy contracts including IP licenses, third party agreements, and vendor supplier relationships. Manage external counsel on patent portfolio development and IP-related litigations.

The candidate should have a law degree with admission to the State Bar and Patent Bar. Must have 5+ years of experience of relevant experience preferably with prior in-house experience. Should have demonstrated experience in IP-related matters, including IP-related portfolio development, IP licensing, offensive / defensive IP assertions, IP patent acquisitions, etc. Experience in contract law in the technology industry is preferred. A passion for evangelizing how IP can be used as a business tool a plus.
 
EMAIL TO COLLEAGUE  PERMALINK
 
 
California - Patent Attorney
Refer job# VO8925534
 
Patent Attorney
The candidate will report to the Chief IP Counsel, to support company's Physical IP Division and handle a high volume of varied work. Should have a J.D. degree from an accredited university and admission to a State Bar. Should have a B.S. in electrical engineering or computer science or substantial work experience with standard cells, memory, and I/O products. Must have 5+ years of law firm and/or in-house corporate experience. Should also have 5+ years of experience preparing and prosecuting U.S. and non-U.S. patent applications in the electrical or software areas, preferably in the field of semiconductor manufacturing processes. Must have specialization in Patent Prosecution in the field of semiconductor device design and manufacture. USPTO Patent Bar admission required. Must have thorough understanding of the highly complex legal and technical issues surrounding patent prosecution, and the wider picture of company ecosystem. Should have considerable experience in the field of patent prosecution in the field of digital circuit design and transistor level device physics. Significant practical and commercial experience in semiconductor manufacturing is also preferred. Considerable international travel may be required.
 
EMAIL TO COLLEAGUE  PERMALINK
 
Massachusetts - Intellectual Property Counsel
Refer job# 500P25533
 
Intellectual Property Counsel
The candidate will manage company's patent prosecution, law firm relationships, and payment of patent legal expenses. Will perform freedom to operate patent analyses. Manage company patent and agreement databases, reports and records. Negotiate and draft company licenses, MTAs, CDAs and other tech transfer agreements. Manage company licensing relationships and alliances. Coordinate with management and R&D, internal counsel, external counsel, government agencies and trade associations on legal affairs, regulatory affairs, government relations, corporate communications on company matters.

The candidate should have a B.S. in a life science. A J.D. degree is also required. Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D. in Life Sciences or M.D.) preferred. Membership in good standing of a State Bar required. Membership of Federal Patent Bar is essential. Must have 3+ years of relevant experience (with biotechnology company, medical products company, academic medical center or law firm), which may include: 1 year patent prosecution experience, 1 year corporate experience, and preferably 1 year of law firm experience.
 
EMAIL TO COLLEAGUE  PERMALINK
 
Illinois - Patent Attorney
Refer job# 2ESG25500
 
Patent Attorney
The candidate will provide research, legal and/or intellectual property counsel, recommendations and alternatives for complex legal questions and issues. Will draft, negotiate, and/or file legal briefs and documents including patent applications, opinions, contracts, notices, agreements, registrations and licenses. Assist senior attorneys in analysis of issues to identify legal problems. Review legal documents for compliance with applicable laws. Stay current on emerging trends in the law through continuing legal education, reading, professional conferences and participating in professional associations.

The candidate should preferably have a Bachelor's degree in a law/government, engineering or related discipline and/or equivalent work experience. A J.D. degree is also required. Must have 3+ years of experience in the overall corporate legal environment. Should also have 3+ years of experience in the general practice of law in a private law firm or corporate law department. Should be registered with the USPTO. Must have knowledge of risk management within areas of specialization and responsibility. Should have ability to perform legal research using the internet plus various online tools and CD-ROM programs. Must have knowledge of intellectual asset management, including intellectual property strategic planning for product lines, technologies and services.
 
EMAIL TO COLLEAGUE  PERMALINK
 
 
Massachusetts - Senior Patent Attorney / Principal Patent Attorney
Refer job# R60F25502
 
Senior Patent Attorney / Principal Patent Attorney
The candidate will manage a broad IP portfolio across all phases of research, development and commercialisation, and directly advise stakeholders at the highest levels of business. Will draft and prosecute several complex IP portfolios (and supervise outside counsel regarding the same) relating to an assigned client area. Provide IP advice to assigned clients reflecting R&D objectives, and identify and address IP opportunities and risks. Develop and implement IP strategies for assigned area. Communicate effectively with R&D clients on IP matters. Operate effectively within global IP teams on IP operational or strategic IP issues. Work on IP diligence and other activities in support of Strategic Partnering Business Development (SPBD) opportunities. Manage external service providers effectively. Act as an attorney of record for EP or US prosecution.

The candidate should be a qualified EPA, CPA or registered patent attorney. Must have 3+ years of pqe or a US patent attorney licensed to practice before the USPTO with 5+ years of experience. Should have significant experience in preparing and prosecuting complex pharmaceutical device patents or pharmaceuticals. Must have experience in developing and implementing IP strategies in multiple markets and jurisdictions, with particular emphasis on pharmaceutical devices or pharmaceuticals. Experience in prosecuting pharmaceutical formulation and/or manufacturing process patents is preferred. Experience is prosecuting design patents is desired. Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is preferred. Experience in working in a law firm is desired. Experience managing external service providers is preferred.
 
EMAIL TO COLLEAGUE  PERMALINK
 
Delaware - Senior Patent Attorney / Principal Patent Attorney
Refer job# BTN125503
 
Senior Patent Attorney / Principal Patent Attorney
The candidate will manage a broad IP portfolio across all phases of research, development and commercialisation, and directly advise stakeholders at the highest levels of business. Will draft and prosecute several complex IP portfolios (and supervise outside counsel regarding the same) relating to an assigned client area. Provide IP advice to assigned clients reflecting R&D objectives, and identify and address IP opportunities and risks. Develop and implement IP strategies for assigned area. Communicate effectively with R&D clients on IP matters. Operate effectively within global IP teams on IP operational or strategic IP issues. Work on IP diligence and other activities in support of Strategic Partnering Business Development (SPBD) opportunities. Manage external service providers effectively. Act as an attorney of record for EP or US prosecution.

The candidate should be a qualified EPA, CPA or registered patent attorney. Must have 3+ years of pqe or a US patent attorney licensed to practice before the USPTO with 5+ years of experience. Should have significant experience in preparing and prosecuting complex pharmaceutical device patents or pharmaceuticals. Must have experience in developing and implementing IP strategies in multiple markets and jurisdictions, with particular emphasis on pharmaceutical devices or pharmaceuticals. Experience in prosecuting pharmaceutical formulation and/or manufacturing process patents is preferred. Experience is prosecuting design patents is desired. Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is preferred. Experience in working in a law firm is desired. Experience managing external service providers is preferred.
 
EMAIL TO COLLEAGUE  PERMALINK
 
Delaware - Associate General Counsel, Business Development
Refer job# XSLV25445
 
Associate General Counsel, Business Development
The candidate will support patent and business development teams. Will provide services in a variety of commercial transactions, predominantly technology and software licenses and joint development agreements. Must have J.D. degree and 10+ years of legal experience, with heavy emphasis on technology development and licensing agreements during the most recent years. Should have experience with commercial transactions. Experience with technology development and licensing agreements is required. Experience with patent transactional matters is a plus. Some travel is required.
 
EMAIL TO COLLEAGUE  PERMALINK
 
 
New York - Patent Counsel II
Refer job# OFHY25405
 
Patent Counsel II
The candidate will review and evaluate technical developments of the company and prepare, file and prosecute US and foreign patent applications covering the patentable aspects of such developments with the objective of obtaining an exclusive position in a technical area for a limited number of years. Will review and evaluate marketing and technical activities of others, counsel management regarding possible infringement by such parties of company patents, and assist outside counsel in any patent litigation against such parties. Review and evaluate marketing and technical activities of the company, counsel management so as to avoid infringement on patent rights of others, and assist outside counsel in defending against any patent charges brought by others against the company. Review advertising, product labels, packaging, product data sheets and the like relating to company products, as well as proposed company publications or publications company employees or consultants, to ensure that company rights in proprietary technical information and patents are properly protected and encroachment on the rights of others is avoided. Prepare, negotiate, and interpret agreements relating to licensing and/or assignment of US and foreign patents or other industrial property rights to and/or from the company in order to obtain use of technology of others, allow the company to operate with minimal restrictions in its desired areas, and/or provide royalty income to the company for the use by others of company technology. Prepare, negotiate, and interpret agreements relating to consultantships, grants, technical disclosures to the company, and the proprietary rights aspects of employer-employee relations in order to obtain the assistance of the company without jeopardizing company rights or incurring unreasonable liabilities. Will report either directly to the Vice President, Patent and Licensing, Chemical Businesses or to an Associate Patent Counsel.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering related discipline, such as electrical engineering, physics, software, chemical engineering or electrochemistry. Must be trained in the general practice of law and hold the degree of J.D. or its equivalent. Should be capable of and be fully licensed to handle all phases of the general practice of law in at least one state, preferably the state in which working. Must have 8+ years of broad experience in the patent law field and a thorough knowledge of both the US and the foreign laws relating thereto. Should also be registered to practice before the USPTO. Must be well-versed in those aspects of the antitrust laws which relate to intellectual property in order to insure that drafting license agreements. Familiarity with recent court decisions relating to patents, licenses, antitrust, secrets, and unfair competition is also necessary. Should have the ability to analyze and recognize the significance of complex developments in several technological areas, such as chemistry, pharmacology and instrumentation. Skill in drafting and prosecuting patent applications and in drafting and negotiating licenses and other agreements relating to intellectual property rights is also required. In depth electrical engineering background with experience in electro chemistry, antilogarithms, patent prep and process, patent contract negotiations and diagnostics experience preferred.
 
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