Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP
Location
Menlo Park, CA | United States
Job description
Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP (WAVS IP) is seeking lateral candidates for patent preparation and prosecution in our chemical group. WAVS is particularly interested in experienced practitioners and can provide a high volume of work to a new practitioner.
You will join an incredible team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and staff that represents a wide range of clients, including start-ups, large companies, and universities. Technical areas include those relating to semiconductor processing, chemistry and materials sciences, polymer chemistry, and advanced materials.
Qualification Requirements:
Eligible to be admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or other relevant physical sciences field; or pertinent industry experience
At least 2 years of patent attorney or agent experience
Strong writing and communication skills
Commitment to patent prosecution
Preferred Requirements:
Admission to practice before the USPTO
Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or other relevant physical sciences field
At least 6 years of patent attorney or agent experience
Application Submission Requirements:
Please email [email protected] with “Chemistry Patent Prosecution Position” in the subject line with the following:
Cover letter (In your cover letter, please provide a brief explanation of your interest in patent practice. In addition, please provide a brief introduction of technical knowledge gained during your technical degree or industry experience)
Resume
Transcripts (college, graduate school, and law school if applicable)
Writing samples
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