Job Postings

Chemical Engineering Senior Associate or Partner - Renner Otto (posted 5/2/2023)

Trademark Attorney - Renner Otto (posted 4/28/2023)

Intellectual Property Counsel - Nordson (posted 3/7/2023)

Attorney - Patents - Continental Automotive (posted 2/21/2023)

Patent Attorney/Patent Agent - Wentsler LLC (posted 2/7/2023)

Associate Attorney - Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP (posted 11/28/2022)



Chemical Engineering Senior Associate or Partner - Renner Otto (Cleveland, OH)

Renner Otto, a growing intellectual property (IP) law firm located in Cleveland’s Playhouse Square, is looking for a Senior Patent Prosecution Attorney. Renner Otto is committed to a world class work environment with very competitive compensation for outstanding work.

• Description: Responsibilities include all aspects of patent practice including preparation and prosecution of patent applications and patent opinion work. This is a partnership track position.
• Qualifications: Successful candidates must have excellent academic credentials with a degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry. Admission to the Patent Bar and JD from an ABA-approved law school is required. Ohio state bar member is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience.
• Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with experience and may include salary or percentage of billings in addition to comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits. Partnership is available for the right candidate.
• Please send resumes in confidence to recruiting@rennerotto.com.

Trademark Attorney - Renner Otto (Cleveland, OH)

Renner Otto, a growing intellectual property (IP) law firm located in Cleveland’s Playhouse Square, is looking for a Trademark Associate. Renner Otto is committed to providing a world class work environment with very competitive compensation for outstanding work.

• Description: Responsibilities include all aspects of trademark practice including, trademark counseling, clearance, prosecution and enforcement. This is a partnership track position.
  
• Qualifications: Successful candidates must have excellent academic credentials. Must have a J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school and be an active member in good standing of the Ohio bar.
  
• Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with experience and may include salary or percentage of billings in addition to comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits.
  
• Please send resumes in confidence to recruiting@rennerotto.com.

• Work proactively with the businesses to encourage innovation
• Understand the innovation and product development process as it relates to business and technical needs
• Work with divisions and business groups and collaborate with the Nordson intellectual property team to execute global IP filing and enforcement strategy
• Review and advise on invention disclosure submissions
• Coordinate with outside counsel in the drafting, filing, and prosecution of U.S. and foreign patent applications, and worldwide enforcement of intellectual property rights
• Evaluate patent validity and infringement issues, perform patentability assessments, product clearances, and freedom to operate, evaluate and assist with design-arounds, and draft opinions on same
• Strategically monitor and provide advice regarding competitive IP filings
• Work collaboratively with outside counsel to clear trademarks for use and registration, and in the filing and prosecution of trademark applications
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of intellectual property related agreements, including non-disclosure, licensing, service, and development agreements
• Provide IP litigation support
• Work collaboratively with the other members of the Legal Department and businesses to conduct due diligence on the intellectual property assets of companies considered for acquisition and advise the businesses on intellectual property risks as appropriate
• Track, manage, and control spending to stay within budgetary guidelines

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Education:

• Law degree from an accredited law school; membership in good standing in a state bar required
• Registered patent attorney
• A Bachelor of Science Degree in the mechanical or electrical engineering, or other related engineering, is preferred

• 7+ years of relevant experience; combination of law firm and in-house experience a plus

• A good knowledge of protection of all types of intellectual property is required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required. Must be able to work effectively and in a practical matter with a wide variety of clients domestically and internationally. Must be able to communicate effectively in the technical, legal and business environments, e.g., engineers, attorneys, marketing and sales, business management, and executive team

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Employee may be required to remain stationary for extended periods of time
• Employee may be required to walk through office and/or manufacturing locations
• Employee will frequently be required to actively listen and exchange information
• Employee will be required to observe and assess information received via computer
• Requires use of computer and telephone

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• A moderate amount of travel out of state (1 – 4 times per year) and occasionally out of the country (once every few years) is required
• Job requires visitation to various Nordson and customer sites, which have varying environments/conditions, layouts, and accessibility

NOTE: The above stated duties are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of similar nature or level of responsibility nor does it imply an employment agreement.

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Attorney - Patents - Continental Automotive (Fairlawn, OH; Auburn Hills, MI; Hybrid)

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THE COMPANY

Continental Automotive is one of the largest automotive manufacturers in the world and a leader in automated driving. Through our pioneering technologies and services, we’re changing the future of mobility to make it more safe, smart, and sustainable. Our Auburn Hills, MI location is seeking a highly self-motivated and detail-oriented Attorney - Patents to join our Group Compliance, Law & Intellectual Property team. The ideal candidate has patent application preparation and prosecution experience.

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

THE POSITION

• Responsible for controlling and tracking spending to stay within budget guidelines.
• Extensive knowledge of USPTO and PCT rules, regulations, forms; ability to perform research in the MPEP and to share knowledge with and train others.
• Experience should include drafting and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications, conducting product clearances, freedom to operate and patentability searches. Some experience with trademarks and IP-related agreements, such as non-disclosure, licensing, litigation support, supplier and development agreements would be helpful.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills that adhere to Continental Business System’s collegial and respectful interpersonal communications policy.
• Flexible and able to work independently and within a highly functional team under tight deadlines, handle multiple tasks, work collaboratively, think creatively, take initiative and respond quickly to changing priorities.
• Able to work in a collaborative teamwork style work environment and be willing to assist/support others.
• Strong computer skills including an ability to actively learn and utilize software including, Microsoft Office, the USPTO's EFS, and Continental's IP docket management database.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

• Immediate Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition & Employee Discounts
• Annual Bonus
• Employer 401(k) Match
• And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering
• Juris Doctorate Degree with license to practice law in the United States (Michigan, South Carolina, Ohio or Illinois preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of patent application preparation and prosecution experience on U.S. and foreign patent filings (approx. 20 apps/year).
• Minimum 7 years of professional working experience
• In-depth understanding of and experience in both US and foreign patent practice and their intricate distinctions.
• Experience primarily should include drafting and prosecuting domestic and international patent applications (85%).
• Must be flexible and able to work independently and within a highly functional team under tight deadlines, handle multiple tasks, work collaboratively, think creatively, take initiative and respond quickly to changing priorities and goals.
• Able to work in a collaborative teamwork style work environment and be willing to assist/support others.
• Ability to think strategically and make decisions.
• Fluency in English. German capability is a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 30%)

***Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Patent application preparation and prosecution experience in the field of polymer chemistry.
• Extensive knowledge of USPTO and PCT rules, regulations, and forms; ability to perform research on CAFC case law and in the MPEP and to share knowledge with and train others.
• Minor experience with trademarks and IP-related agreements, such as non-disclosure, licensing, Open Source Counseling, litigation support, supplier and development agreements (5% - 10%).
• Conducting product clearances, freedom to operate, and patentability searches.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills that adhere to Continental Business System (CBS) policy and to the IP department's highly collegial and respectful interpersonal communications culture.
• Strong computer skills, including an ability to actively learn and utilize software, including Microsoft Office, the USPTO's EFS, and Continental's IP docket management database.

APPLY HERE



Patent Attorney/Patent Agent - Wentsler LLC (Mentor, OH)

Wentsler, located in Mentor, Ohio, is seeking a patent attorney or a patent agent with 0-5 years of patent preparation and prosecution experience. Ideal candidates will possess excellent written and oral communication skills and a degree in biomedical or mechanical engineering. Responsibilities will include patent preparation and prosecution, conducting prior art searches, and other patent projects.

Qualified candidates should submit their resume in confidence to swentsler@wentsler.com.



Associate Attorney - Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP (Cleveland, OH)

Calfee is seeking an associate attorney with 2-5 years of experience to join our firm’s Intellectual Property Group in any of our Ohio offices. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, patent preparation and prosecution, patent licensing, performing patentability and clearance opinions, portfolio management, and conducting due diligence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate superior analytical, oral and written communication skills and thrive in a team environment.

Requirements include an undergraduate degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, biochemistry or related field, a J.D. from an accredited law school, excellent academic credentials, and licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and transcripts to Kate Davis at cdavis@calfee.com. Learn more about the firm and our Intellectual Property Group at www.calfee.com.