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Patent Attorney
Environmental Protection Agency
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking a Patent Attorney for its Office of General Counsel (OGC) located in Washington, DC. This role involves providing legal advice on patents, copyrights, trademarks, and other forms of intellectual property, ensuring the legal rights of the Agency and its inventors are protected. The Patent Attorney will engage in complex legal issues, work closely with various stakeholders, and represent the Agency in litigation and administrative filings related to intellectual property matters.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the legal authority on EPA's patents and ensure the legal position/rights of the Agency, inventors, and contractors are clearly defined and protected.
- Work with the US Patent and Trademark Office to ensure patents are properly maintained and prosecuted.
- Consult with scientists, laboratory directors, and contractors regarding potential patent awards.
- Participate in preparation and presentation of cases before the Patent Trial Appeal Board (PTAB).
- Coordinate with and support the Department of Justice in litigation of patent claims brought in federal court.
- Counsel Agency clients on matters related to the Agency's Federal Technology Transfer Program.
- Review technology transfer agreements such as Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs) and license agreements.
- Advise on other intellectual property matters and interpret intellectual property provisions in various Agency agreements.
Requirements
- Must have an LL.M., LLB., or J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
- Must be admitted to practice before the highest court of a State, U.S. territory, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
- Must maintain active status as a member of the bar of one of these jurisdictions.
- Experience in providing legal advice and counsel to federal, state, or local agencies, or courts, non-governmental organizations, or in private practice.
- Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office.
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge and relevant experience in administrative law, environmental law, information law, litigation, or some combination thereof.
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Sick leave
- Holidays
- Life insurance
- Health benefits
- Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System
