Patent Attorney

Cirrus Logic, Inc

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  • Electrical Engineering SPECIALIZATION
  • Austin LOCATION
  • Not Provided REFRENCE NUMBER

Details

Posted:
May 7, 2012
Education:
Doctorate
Contact:
Jo-Dee Benson
Phone:
(512) 851-4000

Description

Cirrus Logic, Inc. is looking for an experienced Intellectual Property attorney to provide advice and counsel to clients at all levels of management on a variety of complex IP-related matters.  This role will be involved in formulating and driving IP strategies; identifying patentable subject matter; prosecuting patent applications and managing outside prosecution counsel; drafting research and licensing agreements; conducting due diligence in support of licensing and intellectual property acquisitions; and providing intellectual property litigation support.

This position will require a high degree of self-sufficiency and independent judgment while working both individually and in cross-functional teams.

Requirments

Basic Qualifications:

  • JD degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice law required
  • A BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical degree
  • Excellent academic credentials
  • Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
  • 5 years of experience practicing patent or intellectual property law

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in all aspects of U.S. and foreign intellectual property law, preferably in the semiconductor industry with a law firm or corporation.
  • An advanced degree or experience in electrical engineering is considered a plus.
  • Excellent analytic, legal drafting and oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong management and leadership skills as well as a strong client service focus and the ability to efficiently prioritize workflow and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced environment.

How To Apply

Follow this link to apply: http://hire.jobvite.com/CompanyJobs/Careers.aspx?k=Job&c=qs49Vfwk&j=oGYlWfwF&s=Indeed