Total 368 Patent Attorney job vacancies in Others category in The United States of America

• Filing and prosecuting patent applications up to grant
• Calculate, docketing and monitoring deadlines
• Communicating and advising clients on Singapore's patent laws and procedures
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering / Chemistry / Computer Science / Life Sciences / Biology / LLB
• Strong command in verbal & written English
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• A good team player with positive working attitude is essential

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

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Associate Patent Examiner (ICT), Patent Search, Examination and Analytics, IPOS International

Great ideas do not discriminate, and anyone can have them. Given the right protection and support, a great idea can become a powerful brand, a transformative technology, an innovative process or design, or even a song or story that moves one’s soul. Housing Singapore’s largest community of intellectual property (IP) experts, IPOS understands better than anyone how important it is to protect ideas and creations for now and for the future. We leverage our deep technical, legal and business expertise to help innovative enterprises grow, through their intangible assets, including IP, from Singapore, through Singapore. We catalyse the ideas of today, into the assets of tomorrow.

About IPOS International

IPOS International (IPOS Intl) is a private limited company fully owned by IPOS, committed to building Singapore’s future growth as a global hub for intellectual property creation, protection and management. We serve the public sector, investors, private enterprises, not-for-profits, service providers and individuals through patent search and analysis, training and IP management services. Together, we amplify creativity and enable innovation, to realise tangible economic and social value from intangible assets.

How you can contribute

Reporting to the Division Lead, you will join a team of highly skilled and talented professionals to help enterprises innovate and grow by ensuring the grant of high-quality patents.

Role

This position requires you to apply scientific and technical knowledge to the concepts of patent law. You will be required to assess whether an invention is new and judge whether the invention has a technical and legal basis to be granted a patent in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Analyse patent applications and identify technical concepts relating to an invention;

• Conduct searches of the state-of-the-art using specialised databases to investigate whether an invention is new;

• Conduct substantive examination to ensure an invention complies with patentability criteria required for a patent to be granted;

• Communicate with applicants or their patent agents through written opinions to present examination outcomes;

• Consider submissions filed in response to written opinions to advance the prosecution, conducting interviews with applicants or their patent agents to clarify positions where necessary.

General Responsibilities

• Interpret patent law and apply guidelines in the examination of patent applications;

• Assess patent applications within area of technical expertise and areas at the periphery;

• Formulate search strategies for uncovering prior art documents in a cost-efficient manner;

• Communicate, in writing and verbally, technical and legal arguments, to facilitate prosecution;

• Discuss and offer technical expertise to peers for inventions that cut across technological domains;

• Keep pace with technological developments.

Are you the one? Please write to us if you have/are:

• A strong foundation in science or engineering;

• Strong analytical and reasoning skills;

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally;

• Driven to excel and meet challenges;

• Constantly curious, enjoy learning and applying new skills;

• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and a team player who can be part of a network of technical experts.

In particular, we are looking for someone to join our team with:

• At least a good class Honours degree in Science or Engineering;

• Familiarity in wireless communication, or audio/video coding standards such as 3GPP, IEEE would be a plus;

• Experience in patent prosecution or completion of Specialist Certificate in Intangible Asset Management/Master of IP and Innovation Management would be an advantage.

Successful candidates will go through a structured training programme in patent law and patent search and examination. You will have opportunities to attend professional training courses and seminars to keep pace with the latest developments in your technical field.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to careers@iposinternational.com

• Filing and prosecuting patent applications up to grant
• Calculate, docketing and monitoring deadlines
• Communicating and advising clients on Singapore's patent laws and procedures
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering / Chemistry / Computer Science / Life Sciences / Biology / LLB
• Strong command in verbal & written English
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• A good team player with positive working attitude is essential

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

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about the company
You will be joining a large global Intellectual Property firm with a long history and a presence across the APAC region.

about the job
You will be an experienced patent administrator supporting the team with various electronic patent filings (Paris/PCT), renewals, grants and assisting on addressing office actions as they arise with IPOS. You will also be responsible for monitoring deadlines and providing ad hoc administrative support as necessary.

about the manager/team
You will the patent team together with a number of administrators both local and foreign based under the oversight of a managing patent attorney.

skills and experience required
You must have at least 1 year of general IP experience with a focus on Patents matters being highly advantageous.

To apply online please use the 'apply' function.
(EA: 94C3609/ R23115352)

• Filing and prosecuting patent applications up to grant
• Calculate, docketing and monitoring deadlines
• Communicating and advising clients on Singapore's patent laws and procedures
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering / Chemistry / Computer Science / Life Sciences / Biology / LLB
• Strong command in verbal & written English
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• A good team player with positive working attitude is essential

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential)..

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Job Description

Position Description:

Patent Attorney

Are you interested in the intersection of scientific innovation and property law, especially how to efficiently capture innovation with intellectual property, incentivize continued R&D and drive access to life-saving medicines for patients? If so, the Patent Attorney role at our Company could be an ideal opportunity for you. We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our team in Rahway, New Jersey or Boston, Massachusetts.

In this role, you will work directly with our internal R&D team to identify inventions, conduct patentability assessments, and draft and prosecute patent applications for novel biologics and vaccine inventions. The position will support programs in all phases of development, from discovery through development and commercialization, and allows for the support of programs in diverse areas (including different therapeutic areas and modalities). This role also provides exposure to and interaction with major areas of the business including discovery, development, manufacturing and supply, regulatory, business development, commercial groups, and other legal functions.

 Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Working independently through product development teams to devise a patenting strategy with the goal of building robust portfolios of intellectual property for cutting-edge biopharmaceutical products;

• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications related to our Company’s products, product candidates and platform technologies on a global basis;

• Working with internal litigation colleagues to support oppositions, or other proceedings related to your supported programs;

• Working with a large team of in-house U.S. and European patent attorneys, paralegals, legal operations and support staff, and local agents;

• Conducting freedom to operate analyses for our Company’s R&D activities; and

• Actively supporting various business development activities (e.g., research collaborations and acquisitions), by conducting IP due diligence on assets or technology of interest, counseling the business as to IP expectations, and supporting the drafting and negotiation of related agreements, all while working with a team of scientific, legal and commercial functions.

Some domestic and international travel may be required.

Position Qualifications:

Education Minimum Requirement:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in the biological, pharmaceutical or chemical sciences from an accredited institution; and

• Graduate of an accredited US law school.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Registered to practice before the USPTO;

• Member in good standing of a Bar of at least one state or the District of Columbia;

• Five (5) or more years of experience as an attorney in a law firm or corporate setting, drafting and prosecuting biologic/vaccine patent applications (Note: time accrued as a practicing patent agent may be considered);

• Strong technical background in the biological sciences; and

• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Advanced degree in the biological or chemical sciences;

• Experience in counseling clients on intellectual property issues;

• Experience in managing a significant workload, with the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously;

• Ability to work in cross-functional teams;

• Ability to communicate competently and confidently with R&D clients, business partners, and senior leaders; and

• Ability to be proactive and take initiative.

NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS

In accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.

If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.

Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders).  Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated. Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission.

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We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.

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U.S. Hybrid Work Model

Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, generally Tuesday, Wednesday and either Monday or Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.  This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.

Under New York State, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education.

Expected salary range:

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.  For Washington State Jobs, a summary of benefits is listed here.

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​​​​​​The Commercial Contracts Attorney will join a world-class legal department and devote time to a wide variety of labour and employment legal matters, primarily in the Asia Pacific and MAIR regions.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Supporting and advising business teams, including executives, managers, employee relations, information services, and operations regarding compliance with existing and forthcoming labor and employment laws and regulations.
• Advising on issues such as discipline, non-competition, redundancies, leave, disability, contingent workers, equity, contractor management, occupational health and safety, anti-discrimination, wage and hour, and union/labor relations
• Drafting service provider, commission, non-compete, handbooks and policies, employment, and settlement agreements
• Conducting internal investigations
• Managing litigation, outside counsel, and budgets

Travel: Expected 5% to 15%; Valid passport/authorized to travel internationally

• Drafting of quotes & engagement papers, notes of client’s instructions, witness statements, pleadings, legal research, e-filing of court documents, compiling of litigation & arbitration papers, bundles, authorities & submissions.
• Attendances in court with lawyers.
• Taking of notes for hearing and trials.
• Management of time-tables.
• Take active role in marketin efforts such as maintan social medial presence, organisation of seminara
• General support for all aspects of dispute resolution work.
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Law, or concurrently undergoing Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Good interpersonal and communications skills.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• IT savvy, proficient in MS Office, Excel.

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

BASIC FUNCTION:     

Howard University Libraries seeks an innovative and collaborative colleague to join us as the librarian for the Howard University Business School and the Patent and Trademark Resource Centers (PTRC) program and lead librarian for patent and trademark information services. The incumbent will also serve as the University Libraries’ representative to the USPTO’s Patent and Trademark Resource Centers (PTRC) program and lead librarian for patent and trademark information services.

SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY:   

Responsible for supervising and training staff and student workers and assigning and reviewing their work.

NATURE AND SCOPE:           

Internal contacts include administrators, faculty, students and staff of the department and University.

External contacts including, but not limited to visitors, vendors and the general public.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:        

• Design and teach instruction sessions and offer individual research consultations that have a measurable impact on student learning and information literacy skills.
• Develops and fosters meaningful relationships with assigned academic departments, developing an understanding of the scholarly needs of their faculty and students. Participate in campus and department events that promote library resources and services.
• Develops and maintains instruction materials (e.g., research guides, websites, tutorials, handouts, and exercises) using best practices for usability, accessibility, and outcome-based learning design.               
• Supports faculty research projects and assignment design; seek opportunities to offer integrated and high-impact information fluency instruction, including proposing and leading instruction beyond one-shot sessions.
• Collaborates closely with colleagues across the Library Liaison Program to co-teach, offer effective referrals, and support our cross-department work. Through committee work and projects, shares knowledge of faculty and student needs in designing responsive library services.
• Advises faculty and administrative staff in the use of the patent and trademark databases and cognate resources, software, and equipment.
• Anticipates the need for and identifies resources to enhance the user’s ability for self-directed research, independent information gathering and critical evaluation.
• Develops and maintains effective relationships with patent and trademark clients by providing assistance in the use of the patent and trademark database and cognate resources, software and equipment.
• Organize and schedule workshops designed to promote understanding of and engagement with innovation and entrepreneurship projects and programs.             
• Assists with the development and maintenance of the Business Library/Patent & Trademark Center’s web page as an instructional tool and a gateway to local and global resources.
• Develops professional development opportunities designed to promote understanding of and engagement with innovation and entrepreneurship projects and programs.
• Develops and maintain the physical and virtual collections needed by assigned departments. Assess collection gaps and any budget needs. Identify and/or evaluate gift collections. Participates in the review of licenses for digital resources.
• Maintains statistics and prepare reports in areas of responsibility.
• Participates in professional and scholarly activities, including attending conferences, reading and/or contributing to the literature, and serving on committees.
• Contributes to the cultural and outreach programs presented by the assigned departments and affiliated agencies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of the principles, current issues, and emerging trends in information literacy instruction.
• Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks while displaying a high level of customer service and professionalism. 
• Knowledge of patent concepts and resources and the USPTO's Patent and Trademark Resource Center.
• Knowledge of current resources and research practices in business administration.
• User-centered service philosophy and enthusiasm for the educational role of libraries.
• Demonstrated familiarity with information technologies and a high degree of computer literacy.
• Effective teaching skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for working with a diverse clientele.  
• Ability to work successfully in a highly collaborative environment.  
•  Excellent oral and written communication skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:    

• ALA accredited MLS or comparable master’s degree, and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in an academic or research setting.
• 2 years’ experience providing subject liaison services (instruction, consultation, and/or collection development) in an academic library or other public service environment.

Job Description Summary

Job Overview

This position forms part of the Lead Contract Negotiators (LCN) team within Global Business Operations which supports the organization’s agreements globally. The successful candidate will be expected to handle an extensive portfolio of commercial contracts primarily related to IQVIA’s Research & Development Solutions and clinical offerings with focus on vendor agreements.

Essential Functions
 

• Review, draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts.
• Ensure that contracts are in compliance with legal, regulatory and organization policies.
• Monitor the contract process to assure compliance with the organization's contractual guidelines, satisfaction of customers/vendors, including participation in pre-contract discussions, contract negotiations and contract changes.
• Participate in the development of departmental procedures to improve the timely completion of contract deliverables.
• Track work and obtain appropriate reviews and approvals, adhering to established processes.
• Ensure delivery of a final contract in a timely fashion, working independently or as part of a team.
• Develop and deliver training to “upskill” non legal staff and/or move non-essential work out of LCN.
• Attend and participate in team meetings.
• Coordinate legal matters handled by outside counsel.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic background with a law degree from a reputable university.
• Qualified to practice law in a global organization and has 5 or more years post qualification experience.
• Prior in-house experience in the pharmaceutical industry and/or familiarity with drug discovery and development process will be a plus.
• Proficient in drafting various type of contracts in English and negotiating complex deals directly with customers and vendors.
• Strong organizational, planning, project management, communication, presentation and influence skills.
• Strong business acumen
• Solid understanding of the government regulations that effect the operation of the organization.
• Solid understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and/or drug development process
• Solid understanding of drug discovery and development.
• Ability to work creatively in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound decision-making skills
• Excellent skills using MS Office Suite: MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work simultaneously on multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills necessary to establish credibility and trust throughout the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and influence skills with open, direct communication style and willingness to engage in constructive debate.
• Team player with ability to plan, organize and deliver results and handle confidential information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

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Details

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

Position Summary:

We are seeking Legal Counsel to work in our Doral, FL location. This role offers you the ability to strategize cases, exercise business judgment soundly, and operate with a sense of urgency. If you are suitably experienced and ready to quickly assume responsibilities, this opportunity may be for you.

Position Responsibilities:

• Handles legal work on assigned cases Aggressively pursues files referred to Staff Counsel by the Claims Department.
• Creates and maintains a documented strategy for case handling in each assigned case to include a synopsis of the intangible factors, i.e. the judge, plaintiff attorney, aggravating factors, etc.
• Develops, organizes and maintains document files consisting of pleadings, briefs and memorandums.
• Prepares and submits timely status reports to claims handlers on all significant activities as they occur, but at no greater than 60-day intervals.
• Ensures that all files are properly documented and organized.
• Provides prompt and timely responses to all telephone calls and correspondence.
• Utilizes and/or ensures use of case management software for maintaining notes, diary, calendar, billing, etc., on cases assigned to Staff Counsel and in accordance with established Company operating guidelines, procedures and legal and ethical requirements/guidelines.

Position Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a trial attorney.
• Handling of insurance defense work is preferred.
• Member of the State Bar, while maintaining all necessary licensing and continuing education requirements.
• The selected candidate will be required to complete 6-8 weeks of training in office. Post training the employee will transition to a hybrid work schedule which would require weekly reporting to our Doral office.
• Required to travel as needed.

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a
workplace free from discrimination.

Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email.  Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates.  If you receive such a message, delete it. 

Location(s)

Details

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

Position Summary:

We are seeking Legal Counsel to work in our Tampa, FL location. This role offers you the ability to strategize cases, exercise business judgment soundly, and operate with a sense of urgency. If you are suitably experienced and ready to quickly assume responsibilities, this opportunity may be for you.

Position Responsibilities:

• Handles legal work on assigned cases Aggressively pursues files referred to Staff Counsel by the Claims Department.
• Creates and maintains a documented strategy for case handling in each assigned case to include a synopsis of the intangible factors, i.e. the judge, plaintiff attorney, aggravating factors, etc.
• Develops, organizes and maintains document files consisting of pleadings, briefs and memorandums.
• Prepares and submits timely status reports to claims handlers on all significant activities as they occur, but at no greater than 60-day intervals.
• Ensures that all files are properly documented and organized.
• Provides prompt and timely responses to all telephone calls and correspondence.
• Utilizes and/or ensures use of case management software for maintaining notes, diary, calendar, billing, etc., on cases assigned to Staff Counsel and in accordance with established Company operating guidelines, procedures and legal and ethical requirements/guidelines.

Position Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a trial attorney.
• Handling of insurance defense work is preferred.
• Member of the State Bar, while maintaining all necessary licensing and continuing education requirements.
• The selected candidate will be required to complete 6-8 weeks of training in office. Post training the employee will transition to a hybrid work schedule which will require weekly reporting to our Tampa office.
• Required to travel as needed.

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a
workplace free from discrimination.

Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email.  Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates.  If you receive such a message, delete it. 

Location(s)

Details

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

Position Summary:

If you’re interested in or have experience in insurance defense, this opportunity may be for you. We are seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to work in our Miami Legal office location. Our ideal candidate possesses strong self-starter credentials with excellent writing, verbal communication, and organizational skills.

Position Responsibilities:

• Handles legal work on assigned cases.
• Aggressively pursues files referred to Staff Counsel by the Claims Department.
• Creates and maintains a documented strategy for case handling in each assigned case to include a synopsis of the intangible factors, i.e. the judge, plaintiff attorney, aggravating factors, etc.
• Develops, organizes and maintains document files consisting of pleadings, briefs and memorandums.
• Prepares and submits timely status reports to claims handlers on all significant activities as they occur, but at no greater than 60-day intervals.
• Ensures that all files are properly documented and organized.
• Provides prompt and timely responses to all telephone calls and correspondence.
• Utilizes and/or ensures use of case management software for maintaining notes, diary, calendar, billing, etc., on cases assigned to Staff Counsel and in accordance with established Company operating guidelines, procedures and legal and ethical requirements / guidelines.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications:

• 1 year of experience as a trial attorney.
• Handling of insurance defense work is preferred.
• Member of the State Bar, while maintaining all necessary licensing and continuing education requirements.
• The selected candidate will be required to complete 6-8 weeks of training in office. Post training the employee will transition to a hybrid work schedule which will require weekly reporting to our Doral office.
• Required to travel as need.

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination.


Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it. 

Job Description:
1.  Manage the full spectrum of patent and design work, including prior art searches, pre-filing advice, and patent specification drafting.
2.   Manage and oversee the filing with IPOS and other ASEAN countries' patent offices, prosecution, grant, and maintenance of patents.
2.  Manage a team of patent executives - assert quality control, provide training and mentorship.
3.  Set policies, precedents, and best practice guidelines.
4.  Liaise with regional offices and international agents on patent prosecution matters.
5.  Participate in business development efforts at raising awareness, client relationship building.

Requirements:
•  Should have a degree in a science or engineering discipline.
•  Must be a registered patent agent in Singapore or have at least 15 years of experience in ASEAN patent filing and prosecution work.
•  Should have proven leadership experience in managing and developing a team.
•  Must demonstrate strong business acumen and the ability to contribute to the strategic growth of the firm.
•  Should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet families where they are. Further, we are the spouses, children, siblings, friends, and neighbors of those that need care—and we bring those experiences with us to work in serving our millions of policyholders each day. 

We apply that same compassion and empathy as we work with each other and our local communities. Genworth values all perspectives, characteristics, and experiences so that employees can bring their full, authentic selves to work to help each other and our company succeed. We celebrate our diversity and understand that being intentional about inclusion is the only way to create a sense of belonging for all associates. We also invest in the vitality of our local communities through grants from the Genworth Foundation, event sponsorships, and employee volunteerism.

Our four values guide our strategy, our decisions, and our interactions:

• Make it human. We care about the people that make up our customers, colleagues, and communities.
• Make it about others. We do what’s best for our customers and collaborate to drive progress. 
• Make it happen. We work with intention toward a common purpose and forge ways forward together. 
• Make it better. We create fulfilling purpose-driven careers by learning from the world and each other.

CareScout

Join us on a mission to simplify and dignify the aging experience. We are the children, siblings, neighbors, and friends of those navigating the fragmented and confusing system of long-term care. Our team is ferociously curious and relentless in our pursuit of a better system – and we are deeply committed to a sense of belonging for all, in all phases of life.

We’re creating a new experience for care seekers and their families, bringing together long-term care options, non-healthcare resources, education, and human support into one place. We work hard, we have fun, we care about each other, and we share the mission. If this sounds like a place where you could thrive, join us!

CareScout is a wholly owned subsidiary of Genworth Financial, Inc, a Fortune 500 provider of products, services and solutions that help families address the financial challenges of aging.

POSITION TITLE

Senior Attorney, CareScout Services

POSITION LOCATION

Richmond, VA (hybrid)

YOUR ROLE

This position will provide advice, counsel, and subject-matter expertise to CareScout, Genworth's care services business, including representing the business on existing and new product design and implementation, advertising and training materials review, operational and product initiatives. This individual will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations relating to the products and operations of the care services business.

What you will be doing

• New Initiatives support: Support the design and development of new business initiatives, including direct-to-consumer efforts as well as ensure that initiatives align with regulatory requirements and the organization's policies
• Marketing Support: Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure compliance with relevant advertising regulations. Review marketing materials, advertisements, and promotional campaigns for legal compliance.
• Sales Support: Assist in the development of sales agreements and contracts. Provide legal guidance to the sales team on pricing, negotiations and terms and conditions.
• Technology/Web Disclosure: Stay current with healthcare technology regulations and web disclosure requirements. Advise on data privacy, cybersecurity, and HIPAA compliance related to technology and web platforms. Review and update the organization's website and online content to ensure legal compliance.
• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor changes in healthcare laws and regulations affecting the network. Collaborate with the compliance team to develop and implement compliance strategies.
• Risk Management: Identify legal risks associated with business activities and develop strategies to mitigate them.

What you bring

Required

• JD degree from an accredited school, admission to the bar of at least one state
• 10+ years’ experience as legal counsel in insurance and/or related corporate matters
• Ability to collaboratively develop strategies with the business while providing guidance on legal aspects of those strategies
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders
• Possess and model the Genworth’s values, exceptional leadership skills and have high levels of competence in the following areas: collaboration, communication, customer focus, leadership and influence and results-orientation
• Excellent organizational and negotiation skills, strong interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communicator and vigorous analytical and decision-making skills
• Proven ability to assess legal business risks proactively, efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with strong work ethic

Preferred

• Prior experience interacting with a state or federal regulator
• Prior product experience, preferably with a focus on some or all of the following: long-term care insurance, long-term care services, long-term care or medical provider networks
• Knowledge Healthcare Regulation, HIPAA, GLB and ERISA, and Medicare and/or Medicaid regulations

Employee Benefits & Well-Being

Genworth employees make a difference in people’s lives every day. We’re committed to making a difference in our employees’ lives.

• Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
• Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options
• Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)
• Generous Paid Time Off – Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave
• Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support
• Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)
• Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services

ADDITIONAL

• At this time, Genworth will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.