Experienced Attorneys
Price Heneveld is always interested in talking to experienced attorneys and patent agents who may wish to join our established IP practice. The attorneys at our firm have close client contact, and we have a firm culture which promotes a balanced lifestyle. We encourage involvement in client development by all of our attorneys and agents; and support professional development through mentoring, continuing legal education, in-house seminars and community involvement. In addition to a business casual environment and an excellent compensation package, we offer a great place to work and grow professionally in your private practice career. Current openings include:
- Patent attorneys with an Electrical Engineering degree, registered with the PTO and a state bar, with at least 3 years of legal experience; and
- Patent attorneys with a Materials Science or Chemistry degree, registered with the PTO and a state bar, with at least 3 years of legal experience.
If you are interested in joining our team, please email your résumé and cover letter to recruiting@priceheneveld.com.
Summer Associates and Law Clerks
If you are interested in joining our team as a law clerk or in our summer associate programs, please email your résumé, cover letter, and undergraduate and law school transcripts to recruiting@priceheneveld.com. Applicants must be Patent Bar eligible. Visit uspto.gov for more information.
Professional Support Staff
We are currently seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our team of staff. The ideal candidate is an independent self-starter, possesses superior communication skills and attention to detail, and works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. The firm offers a competitive wage and employee benefits. A hybrid schedule is available after an initial in-office training period.
Intellectual property duties include, but are not limited to: preparing and filing new provisional, utility, design, continuation, divisional, and National Stage patent applications, including any essential documents with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO); preparing and filing Information Disclosure Statements; communicating with clients and obtaining executed formal documents required to complete U.S. and international application processes, including Powers of Attorney, Oaths and Declarations, Assignments, formal figures, etc.; using the USPTO and other intellectual property internet websites to research and compile data on U.S. and international patent applications and trademarks; assisting with preparing patent and trademark searches; filing trademark applications and responses with the USPTO; communicating with clients and compiling trademark proof of use; and determining trademark descriptions of goods and services all under the supervision of an attorney.
Administrative responsibilities include, but are not limited to: monitoring a daily docket, preparing reference materials, transcribing documents, drafting correspondence, establishing and maintaining physical and electronic files, processing new client matters, answering phones, and scheduling appointments.
Desired Skills & Experience
Candidates must have two years of law office experience, preferably in the field of intellectual property.
Please submit a current resume and cover letter with your application. Apply through LinkedIn or directly at recruiting@priceheneveld.com.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
No phone calls, please.
Price Heneveld values diversity and offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or status in any group protected by federal, state, or local law. In support of this principle, we are absolutely committed to continuing our practice of recruiting and hiring diverse attorneys, staff and agents.