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Positions Available:
Docketing Specialist - Thomson Reuters
Trademark Attorney - Rader, Fishman & Grauer, PLLC
Trademark Paralegal - Rader, Fishman & Grauer, PLLC
Trademark Attorney - Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP
Intellectual Property Attorney - Masco Corporation
Lateral - Partner Patent Attorney - Paparella & Associates
Registered Patent Attorney - Associate - Paparella & Associates

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

Docketing 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 Docketing Specialist is responsible for the QA of processed Ad Hoc Patent Payment requests, including all critical data elements for payment. This position requires quick identification of Ad Hoc priority based on tax due dates and appropriate distribution of requests. A sense of urgency, accuracy and attention to detail are critical to success in this position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Use and apply patent knowledge on a daily basis, staying abreast of IP Rules changes
2. Maintain a high level of proficiency in the use of the Company’s proprietary internal payment system
3. Review Ad Hoc Payments for time sensitive issues
4. Identify urgent Ad Hoc Payment requests based on tax due dates
5. Identify critical data requirements and perform patent data integrity checks on client requested ad hoc patent payments
6. Ensure docketing was performed completely and accurately for all Ad Hoc Payment requests within 24 hours
7. Generate and proof for quality all routine and special docket reports as necessary
8. Proof the electronic Ad Hoc Payment record against the hard copy Ad Hoc Payment request
9. Investigate data integrity issues and take appropriate actions
10. Maintain the accuracy and integrity of day-to-day docketing and maintenance of patent records
11. Contribute to the processing of bulk patent payments, including client correspondence, updating of patent records, verification of client’s patent data and reviewing data integrity reports
12. Schedule work to meet department deadlines and perform job responsibilities under pressure efficiently, productively and in a professional manner
13. Train backup(s) on all job duties

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Paralegal degree and/or Bachelors degree required
• Minimum of five years of patent docketing experience or equivalent required
• Working knowledge of docketing software
• Knowledge and understanding of the maintenance and monitoring phase of the Intellectual Property lifecycle
• Demonstrated ability in accuracy, proofreading, and attention to detail
• Prioritizes, manages time and orchestrates multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interacts and works well with others in various fast changing environments and situations
• Successfully works both independently and in a team environment
• Maintain a high sense of urgency and the ability to meet several critical deadlines throughout the day

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.

According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the H-1B visa cap has been met for the fiscal year 2010 (October 1, 2009-September 30, 2010).

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT: https://toc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=PUB00002668.

(Expires 09/07/10)

Trademark Attorney - Rader, Fishman & Grauer, PLLC

Looking to join an ever expanding trademark practice? Busy intellectual property firm seeks trademark attorney with a minimum of three years of solid trademark experience.

The position involves U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution; U.S. and foreign trademark oppositions and cancellations; trademark clearance, counseling, and investigations; trademark and domain name enforcement; federal court litigation support; and a limited amount of copyright-related work.

This position involves a significant amount of responsibility. Being proactive, a self starter and a good team player, able to work with minimal supervision are essential. This position involves extensive writing. Thoroughness and excellent written and oral communication skills are a must.

Our trademark practice is 100% focused on providing superior client service, anticipating our clients’ needs, and exceeding their expectations. Our schedules are determined by our clients’ needs; flexibility in schedule is required. Those without a passion for trademarks, unwilling to strive to produce superior work product for every project, and nine-to-fivers need not apply!

Compensation package includes competitive salary with benefits. For more information on our firm’s trademark practice, see http://www.raderfishman.com/practice-areas/trademarks/.

To be considered for this position, please email your resume, law school transcripts and a trademark writing sample to careers@raderfishman.com. Submissions without a trademark writing sample will not be considered. All resumes will be held in confidence.

(Expires 08/15/10)

Trademark Paralegal - Rader, Fishman & Grauer, PLLC

Looking to join an ever expanding trademark practice? Busy intellectual property firm seeks paralegal with a minimum of three years of solid trademark experience.

The position involves coordinating prosecution of foreign trademark applications, opposition and cancellations, acting as liaison between attorneys and/or clients and associates in foreign countries; online research of trademark, financial and news databases; use investigations; providing support for U.S. prosecution and inter partes proceedings; setting up and maintaining U.S. and foreign trademark prosecution files; and docketing all types of prosecution and contentious matters.

This position involves a significant amount of responsibility. Being proactive, a self starter and a good team player, able to work with minimal supervision are essential. This position involves significant writing. Thoroughness and excellent written and oral communication skills are a must.

Our trademark practice is 100% focused on providing superior client service, anticipating our clients’ needs, and exceeding their expectations. Our schedules are determined by our clients’ needs; flexibility in schedule is required. Those without a passion for trademarks, unwilling to strive to produce superior work product for every project, and nine-to-fivers need not apply!

Compensation package includes competitive salary with benefits. For more information on our firm’s trademark practice, see http://www.raderfishman.com/practice-areas/trademarks/.

To be considered for this position, please email your resume to careers@raderfishman.com. All resumes will be held in confidence.

(Expires 08/15/10)

Trademark Attorney - Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP

Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP, one of Michigan’s largest and most highly-regarded business law firms, has a growing global intellectual property practice. Honigman represents a wide range of trademark, copyright and patent owners, from start-ups to Fortune 500 multi-nationals. We are seeking a trademark attorney with four (4) to six (6) years of trademark, clearance, prosecution and enforcement experience to join the trademark practice group in our Oakland County, Michigan office.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree, excellent academic credentials, admission to state bar (Michigan preferred).
• Minimum four (4) years of trademark registration experience (law firm, corporate or USPTO).
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. and international trademark law.
• Well-organized, attentive to detail, and proactive.
• Strong work ethic, good organization skills, and experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.

For consideration, please submit materials via email to Jennifer Essary.

(Expires 08/26/10)

Intellectual Property Attorney - Masco Corporation

Masco Corporation is seeking an Intellectual Property (IP) Attorney to work in our Taylor, MI world headquarter office. We offer a team oriented environment where excellence and commitment is rewarded. Masco Corporation is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of brand name products for the home improvement and new home construction markets. Masco is also a leading provider of a variety of installed products and services, including insulation, for home builders. Our products include faucets, kitchen and bath cabinets, paints and stains, bath and shower units, spas, showering and plumbing specialties, windows and decorative hardware.

The ideal candidate will have experience and ability to:

• Prepare and prosecute patent and trademark applications.
• Assign patent preparation and prosecution matters to a group of outside counsel and supervising their work product to assure it meets Masco’s standards of quality, timeliness and cost.
• Actively participate in Masco’s invention disclosure review process to help assure that Masco’s best inventions are identified and patented.
• Manage the docket and workflow for US and foreign patent and trademark portfolios.
• Conduct computer based intellectual property investigations and research.
• Render opinions on patentability, freedom to operate (patent and trademark clearances), and intellectual property enforcement and infringement matters.
• Negotiate and draft intellectual property agreements.
• Participate as a member of a cross functional team to provide support in licensing, litigation, or other matters.
• Counsel business unit managers with respect to IP matters and strategy.

Responsibilities & Qualifications:

• The candidate for this position must be a graduate of an accredited law school, registered to practice before the USPTO, and admitted to at least one State Bar.
• BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering a plus.
• Minimum of 4 years of legal experience required, preferably with a medium to large firm and with a strong patent preparation/prosecution background.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Ability to work with clients in a team-oriented, partnership to help them arrive at business solutions to their problems.
• Flexibility to accept new and different challenges in a fast paced, high tech environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• A positive attitude.

Travel is expected in accordance with business needs and should be less than 20% of the time. Please visit the Masco website http://www.masco.com for additional information.

For immediate consideration, please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements on the Masco job submission website.

(Expires 08/05/10)

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 11/01/10)

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 11/01/10)

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