Patent Litigation Counsel Job at Axiom Law

Counsel, IP

The Intellectual Property Team is seeking an outstanding attorney with solid pat...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

208000.00 - 231000.00 USD / Year

Uber

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years of legal experience in private practice, and/or in-house OR Minimum 4 years, including +1 year Uber internal
J.D. and license to practice law in at least one U.S. state
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and take ownership of projects from inception to completion, including a commitment to collaborate and deliver for others and a desire to innovate in the practice of IP
Experience handling a range of IP matters, including patent prosecution, IP transactions and licensing, open source, patent litigation, pre-litigation IP disputes, trade secrets, and copyrights
Broad patent prosecution experience
patent licensing or patent litigation experience a plus
Patent Attorney registered with the USPTO
Excellent business judgment and high comfort level advising senior leaders on a wide range of legal issues related to technology and/or software platforms
Strong interpersonal skills and highly collaborative with both business leaders and legal groups, with strong ability to build relationships, gain credibility, and partner across functions to build consensus
Inquisitiveness, along with the ability to spot issues, get to the heart of a matter, and articulate plans to address them

Job Responsibility

Develop Uber’s patent portfolio, including managing and working closely with outside patent counsel and members of Uber's IP Team
Partner with engineering and product teams to identify and harvest inventions in various technology areas
Support IP aspects of M&A, litigation, pre-litigation IP disputes, employment, compliance, and open source activities
Negotiate, draft, and review agreements involving technology and intellectual property matters, including patent transfer/license agreements and other complex IP transactions
Assist in the development of analytics tools and models to inform Uber’s patent portfolio strategy, evaluate patent risk, and identify prior art
Represent Uber in external IP organizations and events

What we offer

Eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program
May be offered an equity award & other types of comp
Eligible for various benefits

Fulltime

Director of IP & IP Litigation

NetApp is looking for an experienced and strategic IP attorney to join its award...

Location

United States , Morrisville; San Jose; Cranberry Township

Salary:

236300.00 - 352000.00 USD / Year

NetApp

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 10 years’ experience in intellectual property law, including IP litigation, IPR, drafting and prosecuting patent applications in hardware and software technologies in the US and other countries, and management experience
Strong background in SaaS and in software patenting in the US and internationally
Strong personal communication skills, both written and oral
Strong work ethics and self-starter, with a growth mindset, in a fast-paced environment
Strategic thinker but can also be detail oriented
Flexibility in working hours in a global enterprise
Ability to travel domestically and internationally to visit R&D sites required
Ability to thrive in a high performance and fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize effectively and execute quickly with excellent judgment
Solution-oriented and excellent problem-solving skills

Job Responsibility

Partner closely with engineering and product teams to identify and harvest strategic inventions
Oversee the patent portfolio, including conducting patentability assessments, drafting and prosecuting patent applications, and managing relationships with outside counsel, with strong software patentability experience
Manage outside counsel in the filing of new patent applications before the USPTO and other patent agencies internationally in prosecuting active cases
Manage patent litigation in US District Courts, ITC, and IPRs
Work closely with the "Innovation Capture Committee," including senior NetApp executives, to manage and strategize the patent portfolio
Collaborate with engineering and product marketing teams to align patent policy with company direction (e.g., cloud or hybrid technologies)
Identify existing and future projected competitors and assist the IP group to develop mitigation strategies (e.g., patent acquisition, cross licenses, etc.)
Identifying and managing defensive publication opportunities
Manage outside counsel for filing and prosecuting patent applications in the US and internationally
Manage the entire patent lifecycle, including identifying, protecting, and enforcing NetApp's patent assets

What we offer

Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement or Pension Plans
Paid Time Off
various Leave options
Performance-Based Incentives
employee stock purchase plan
and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s)

Fulltime

Patent Agent

For over 55 years, our Intellectual Property practice has been helping clients i...

Location

United States , Dallas; Chicago; Houston; New York; Washington; Palo Alto; San Francisco

Salary:

83000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Year

Baker McKenzie Italy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Admitted to the USPTO
2+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience as a patent agent or technical advisor
Top academic credentials
Strong analytical ability
Excellent writing and communication skills
Ability to function and collaborate smoothly in a global team environment with culturally diverse team members
A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related science is required
Preference for candidates with a master's degree

Job Responsibility

Assist patent attorneys on patent prosecution, counseling, and litigation
Draft patent applications and responses to office actions
Advise lawyers on technology issues in preparation for depositions
Prepare responses to office actions and other USPTO communications
Study invention disclosures and prepare patent specifications
Perform prior art searches
Assist with litigation and transactional projects
Communicate with clients and foreign counsel

What we offer

Bonus eligible
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) based on number of hours worked

Fulltime

New

Sr. Corporate Counsel – Intellectual Property Litigation

At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees...

Location

United States , Bellevue

Salary:

144100.00 - 260000.00 USD / Year

T-Mobile

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctorate or international equivalent
7-10 years of relevant litigation experience, preferably including experience at a top-tier law firm, with significant experience handling trials, hearings, depositions, and/or arbitrations
Broad knowledge of patent law and patent litigation before U.S. District Courts and, preferably, the USPTO
Exceptional legal writing skills, including drafting and editing complex legal arguments, and outstanding attention to detail
Active bar license to practice law in the state or jurisdiction where the employee will be practicing (or ability to obtain upon hiring)
At least 18 years of age
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Job Responsibility

Manage and lead teams of internal and external resources to achieve successful outcomes for T-Mobile
Develop case strategies, including selecting and managing outside counsel, and setting and managing litigation budgets
Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, motion practices, discovery, dispute resolution, trial, and appeals
Respond to third-party subpoenas
Manage licensing outreach and indemnity relationships
Partner with colleagues and business leaders to advise on legal strategy and risk in the context of business goals and objectives
Monitor new developments and emerging issues in intellectual property law and assess related legal risks
Drive departmental initiatives and integrate learned lessons to achieve team goals, increase efficiency, and better serve the business’ evolving needs

What we offer

Annual stock grant
Employee stock purchase plan
401(k)
Access to free, year-round money coaches
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee stock grants
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Up to 12 paid holidays

Fulltime

New

Senior Patent Litigation Legal Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Senior Patent Litigation Legal Assistant (Paralega...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Paralegal Certificate preferred
7+ years of patent litigation experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
Extensive federal court experience, including e-filing
Proficiency in litigation support and eDiscovery platforms
Strong knowledge of local rules and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure related to court deadlines
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job Responsibility

Manage all phases of patent litigation from pre-filing investigation through trial
Maintain case calendars and monitor deadlines in federal courts
Prepare, file, and serve pleadings, discovery, and court documents (including ECF filings)
Draft routine pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and correspondence
Assist with briefing and hearing preparation
Oversee large-scale document collections, reviews, and productions
Coordinate with eDiscovery vendors and manage review platforms (e.g., Relativity, Everlaw)
Prepare privilege logs and manage document databases
Assist attorneys with deposition preparation, including exhibits
Coordinate expert discovery and manage expert materials

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
company 401(k) plan

Senior Counsel – Biotech Patent Law - Biosimilars

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients. At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part...

Location

United States

Salary:

270109.00 - 320613.00 USD / Year

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. degree or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school
Admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction
Four (4) years of experience practicing intellectual property law
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Job Responsibility

Develop, implement and execute a market access strategy for Amgen’s biosimilar and/or innovator molecules, including freedom-to-operate analyses for drug substance, drug product, formulations, processes, and methods of treatment
Handling all aspects of intellectual property, especially in identification of relevant patents, conducting searches for prior art, analyzing third party patents, developing persuasive legal arguments, drafting opinions, working with experts, and performing other pre-litigation activities
Developing and implementing global freedom-to-operate strategies for Amgen products in collaboration with other in-house attorneys
Drafting and prosecuting patent applications and providing patent litigation support
Developing and counseling others on intellectual property strategies associated with Amgen’s business and research endeavors
Working individually, in legal teams, and in cross-functional business teams
10% domestic and global travel anticipated

What we offer

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible

Fulltime

Counsel, Technology & Patents

This position will support the Associate General Counsel, Technology and Privacy...

Location

United States , Deerfield

Salary:

140000.00 - 220000.00 USD / Year

Therma-Tru

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree required
Engineering or computer science degree strongly preferred
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and active licensure to practice law required
A minimum of two (2) years of legal experience in patent law
engineering or computer science/technology experience strongly preferred
Experience 'invention mining' with engineers and technologists and leveraging information into actions
Possesses sound judgment and a strong ethical framework
Requires creativity, strong analytical and organization skills
Persistent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
Ability to manage outside counsel for cost-effective delivery of legal services

Job Responsibility

Collaborate closely with the engineering team to identify patentable innovations and support the Technology and Privacy Team in developing and executing the company's patent strategy
Assist in drafting and revising technology agreements
Assist in patent prosecution decisions and determining appropriate patent claim scope
Perform preliminary patent clearance relevant to new product initiatives
Conduct legal research on patent law developments, intellectual property regulations, and assess how these affect the company's patent strategy
Assist the Associate General Counsel to gather documents and evidence and manage patent litigation
Work with the Privacy and Technology Team to prepare educational presentations on patent processes and strategies for engineering stakeholders and help increase patent awareness within the company
Work with cross functional business partners to facilitate responding to data security questions received from B2B customers
Work with business partners to facilitate compliance with and documentation of internal data security processes
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with business partners, outside counsel and legal department members

What we offer

robust health plans
a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution
product discounts
flexible time off benefits
adoption benefits
more
numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates

Fulltime

Assistant Counsel – Patent Attorney

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Assistant Counsel – Patent Attorney t...

Location

United States , Philadelphia

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active membership in a state bar association
At least 3-5 years of experience handling patents or intellectual property matters
Proven interest and knowledge in corporate and commercial legal practices
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment combining remote and in-person collaboration
Strong analytical abilities, organizational skills, and time management expertise
Willingness to engage in a mix of intellectual property and corporate legal responsibilities

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute patent strategies, including filing and prosecuting patent applications
Provide guidance to business units on patentability and assess infringement risks for new product developments
Oversee the management of the company’s global patent portfolio and maintain the prosecution docket
Collaborate with research, development, and engineering teams to identify and protect patentable innovations
Perform analyses on freedom-to-operate and competitive landscapes to support business decisions
Draft and review various commercial agreements, such as confidentiality, licensing, supply, and distribution contracts
Deliver compliance training and contribute to the development and upkeep of the company’s compliance program
Support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other corporate development activities
Coordinate with external legal counsel and provide assistance with litigation matters when required

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Patent Litigation Counsel

Axiom Law

Location:
United States

Category:
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