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Positions Available:
Magistrate Judge - United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
Patent Data Specialist - Thomson Reuters
Patent Attorney or Patent Agent with Electric Engineering Background - Kelly Law Registry Client
In-House Counsel - Newman Hawkins Legal Search
Full-Time Intern - Reising Ethington P.C.
Lateral - Partner Patent Attorney - Paparella & Associates
Registered Patent Attorney - Associate - Paparella & Associates
Docket Clerk - Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn, LLP

Services Available:
Drafting / Illustration - GraphTECH Design
Drafting / Illustration - LEGALCAD
Drafting / Illustration - C.A. Design, Inc.

Magistrate Judge - United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan

The Judicial Conference of the United States has authorized the appointment of a full-time United States Magistrate Judge for the Eastern District of Michigan. The term of office is eight years. Job details including duties, qualifications and salary are available here.

Applications should be submitted by applicants personally and must be received by 5:00 p.m., Friday, March 19, 2010.

(Expires 03/19/10)

Patent Data Specialist - Thomson Reuters

Thomson Reuters is the leading source of intelligent information for the world's businesses and professionals, providing customers with competitive advantage. Intelligent information is a unique synthesis of human intelligence, industry expertise and innovative technology that provides decision-makers with the knowledge to act, enabling them to make better decisions faster. Through its more than 50,000 people across 93 countries, Thomson Reuters delivers this must-have insight to the financial, legal, tax and accounting, scientific, healthcare and media markets, and is powered by the world's most trusted news organization. More information about Thomson Reuters and its financial performance can be found on www.ThomsonReuters.com

The Patent Data Specialist excels in a fast-paced high volume intellectual property (IP) environment and is responsible for the resolution of domestic and foreign patent payment data errors. Sense of urgency, accuracy and attention to detail are critical to being successful in this position. The Patent Data Specialist requires strong interpersonal and motivational skills with the ability to communicate effectively. The ideal candidate must possess a well disciplined organized approach to time and task management, and exhibit qualities that illustrate a dedication to quality and complete customer satisfaction.

• Review, interpret and follow up on all agent, patent office and client communications involving patent data errors while reducing risks associated with patent payments
• Docket patent data errors and other information in Thomson IP Management Services' internal proprietary database within prescribed deadlines
• Perform patent data integrity checks
• Provide excellent customer support to clients regarding patent data errors and IP rules for assigned jurisdictions
• Develop and maintain IP expertise as well as investigate and analyze IP Rules changes for assigned jurisdictions
• Contribute to the processing of patent payments, including client correspondence, updating of patent records, verification of client's patent data and reviewing data integrity reports
• Analyze data and utilize metrics to report trends
• Collaborate and communicate with colleagues within patent payment services
• Act as liaison between domestic and foreign clients, agents and patent offices
• Paralegal degree and/or Bachelors degree preferred
• 3+ years experience in the IP Industry preferred; specific to patent payment problem interpretation and resolution
• Keen sensitivity to urgent deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to orchestrate multiple tasks simultaneously with accuracy required
• Strong planning, time management and organizational skills
• Effective problem solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work through and detect patterns in large volumes of data
• Proven excellent collaboration, written and verbal communication skills
• Energetic, self-starter with ability to break through historical barriers

Thomson Reuters employees take pride in providing our customers around the world with information that is timely, accurate, unbiased and trusted. We have a profound respect for the professions and customers we serve and define our success in terms of their success. Our work environment is dynamic, innovative and entrepreneurial. We have a result-oriented culture that demands excellence, agility, and the desire to move quickly and precisely to seize opportunities. Our environment is both challenging and supportive - we give employees the opportunity to develop their skills and do their best work.

Thomson Reuters values diversity of culture and thought and seeks talented, qualified employees in all its operations around the world regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected classification under country or local law.

Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please apply online at: http://careers.thomsonreuters.com/ (Keyword: PRO00002531)

(Expires 03/31/10)

Patent Attorney or Patent Agent with Electric Engineering Background - Kelly Law Registry Client

Position is Virtual/ Work at home, estimated between 30-40 hours per week. Avg. 30 hours most weeks. Attorney or Patent Agent will focus on preparation and prosecution, with more of the work load in prosecution than drafting. This is a long term position for the right candidate.

Pay rate for Attorney is $65.00 per hour
Pay rate for Patent Agent is $45.00 per hour

(Expires 04/28/10)

In-House Counsel - Newman Hawkins Legal Search

Our firm is conducting a search on behalf of a corporation searching for an in-house patent litigation counsel with approximately 5-7 years of experience. Opportunity is in Oakland County. Mechanical background/experience required. Interested candidates, please contact:

Nancy L. Newman
Newman Hawkins Legal Search
(248) 661-8900
nancy@newmanhawkins.com
www.newmanhawkins.com

(Expires 04/11/10)

Full-Time Intern - Reising Ethington P.C.

Our Troy law firm has an excellent full-time intern opportunity for a first or second year law student. A technical or scientific degree is required. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering or a background in telecommunications, outstanding academic credentials, and strong written and verbal communication skills. We offer competitive compensation, dedicated training and a friendly, congenial work environment. This is a year-round position with the possibility to be offered an associate position with the firm upon graduation. Interested candidates may contact Matt Schmidt by mail at 755 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 1850, Troy, MI 48084 or by e-mail at schmidt@reising.com.

Please send resumes to:
Matt Schmidt
Reising Ethington P.C.
755 W. Big Beaver Road, Suite 1850
Troy, MI 48084
schmidt@reising.com

(Expires 03/01/10)

Lateral - Partner Patent Attorney - Paparella & Associates

A mid-west based intellectual property law firm is seeking a lateral or partner level patent and trademark attorney (registered) having mechanical, electrical or chemical degree. Our firm prefers candidates having actual engineering experience. Must have excellent communication and prosecution skills, and be highly motivated. Minimum portable book value of $250,000 required. For confidential consideration, please send a cover letter and resume to:

Paparella & Associates
Attn: Hiring Coordinator
3878 Cascade Rd SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
info@paparellalaw.com

(Expires 02/20/10)

Registered Patent Attorney / Associate - Paparella & Associates

A mid-west based intellectual property law firm has positions available for (registered) attorneys having mechanical, electrical or chemical degrees. Our firm prefers candidates having actual engineering experience. Must have excellent communication skills and be highly motivated. Experience required in patent searching, preparation, and prosecution. We offer very flexible working arrangements, a collegiate environment, and the opportunity for growth and success, without the politics associated with your typical law firms.

We are looking for candidates who have an entrepreneurial attitude, desire to take charge of their own success, and are willing to prove themselves in exchange for faster growth and advancement. Please send resume to:

Paparella & Associates
Attn: Hiring Coordinator
3878 Cascade Rd SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
info@paparellalaw.com

(Expires 02/20/10)

Docket Clerk - Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn, LLP

Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn, LLP has an immediate opening for a docketing clerk. We offer a team oriented environment where excellence and commitment is rewarded. Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn, LLP is a full services law firm with offices in Detroit, Lansing, Ann Arbor, Kalamazoo, Michigan. Please visit our website http://www.honigman.com for more information.

Responsible for docketing of U.S. and foreign intellectual property matters, including trademarks, patents, copyrights, domain names, license agreements, and opposition and cancellation actions. Review, analyze and distribute incoming intellectual property correspondence and enter data and scanned documents in PATTSY docketing system. Assist in creating files for new matters. Process and track incoming related invoices. Respond to attorney and staff inquiries. Prepare docket and invoice reports. Organize and maintain filing for intellectual property matters.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4+ years of trademark and patent docketing experience (law firm preferred), must care deeply about accuracy and timeliness, and be able to work as part of a busy team
• Highly motivated, the ability to work with minimal supervision on highly confidential matters
• Must be comfortable searching in U.S. and foreign PTO databases to verify information
• Strong Microsoft Word and Excel experience
• Working knowledge of USPTO, PCT and international rules and regulations required
• Excellent organizational skills

For immediate consideration, please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:

Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP
660 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, Michigan 48226-3506

Attn: Julie Ankers, RE: docket clerk

Email: jankers@honigman.com

(Expires 03/01/10)

DRAFTING/ILLUSTRATION - GRAPHTECH DESIGN, INC.

GRAPHTECH DESIGN, INC., a growing patent drafting/ illustrating firm seeks additional clientele in the Detroit Metro area. MIPLA member currently servicing respected IP firms with fast turnaround, accurate work, competitive rates, and excellent references.

For more information please contact:

Michael Gajor
c/o GraphTECH Design, Inc.,
3525 Elizabeth Lake Road, Suite E
Waterford, MI 48328
Phone: (248) 681-3800
Fax: (248) 681-8295
Web: www.graphtech.info
E-mail: graphtech@comcast.net

DRAFTING/ILLUSTRATION - LEGALCAD

LEGALCAD is the first full service drafting and printing company specifically tailored to serve law firms. Since our inception in 2000, we have provided the legal community an alternative to the traditional vendor. By way of our size, experience, and efficiency, LEGALCAD provides better service, better pricing, and offers a complete solution for your drawing requirements. We manage all forms of illustrations within the legal, business and engineering communities and specialize in patent drawings.

Contact Information:
www.legalcad.com
info@legalcad.com
(517) 485-0822
(877) 6PATENT

DRAFTING/ILLUSTRATION - C.A. DESIGN, INC.

C.A. DESIGN, INC. illustrates intellectual property. We serve law firms, major corporations, and small businesses. Our automotive experience is extensive. We use computer assisted drafting software which saves time and facilitates editing. This results in lower costs. Our prices are competitive. One week delivery is normal, and we expedite drawings when necessary. All drawings, invoices, and correspondence may be delivered via the internet or by other expedited means. References available upon request.

Michael Ainsworth
8254 West Parkway
Detroit, MI 48239-1156
(313) 563-5951