About the Firm5, 6
This firm specializes in intellectual property law and offers a diverse range of services, including acquiring and litigating intellectual property rights within the country and across the world. The firm has a large client-base and provides counseling on legal matters requiring technical know-how. The industries the firm serves include biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemical, electronics, and computer and related technology. The firm received various accolades for its excellence in intellectual property law, including “Top Intellectual Property Law Firm” by the Chambers USA in 2007.
Hiring Criteria7
The firm seeks candidates with a strong academic record, preferably from a technical background. Those looking for patent-attorney positions are required to take the patent bar exam.
Salary8
Firm location
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Summer Associate
All Offices (2008)
$165,000*
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$3,100/week (post 3Ls, 2(1Ls) $2,800/week (1Ls)
*On 01/01/08 salary will be
Benefits/Package/Supplemental Compensation9
Compensation includes performance and year-end bonuses, $8,700 summer stipend for new associates, bonus available for hours in excess of 2,000, state and patent bar review course and exam fees, and tuition for full-time law clerks. Other benefits include:
Employer-Paid Medical Insurance with Employee Contribution
Life Insurance
Paid Vacations & Profit Sharing
401(k) Plan
Flexible Work Schedules
CLE
Bar Dues in Office Jurisdiction
Pre-Tax FSA Spending Account
529 College-Savings Plan
Bar Association Fees
Business-Casual Dress Code
Dental Insurance
Family-/Dependent-Care Program
Family Taxing Account/Pre-Tax Option
Technology (Laptop PDA etc.)
Vision Insurance
Vacation Leave
Areas of Practice10
Appeals
Biotechnology
Chemical
Copyright
Counseling, Opinions, and Licensing
Counterfeit Goods Seizure
Design Patents
Electronics, Computer, and Related Technology
Internet, E-Commerce, and Business Methods
Jury Trials
Litigation
Medical Device Litigation
Patent Interferences
Patent Prosecution
Trade Dress, Product Configuration, and Packaging
Trade Secrets
Trademarks
Other Offices11
Firm Location
Address
Boston
28 State Street, 28th Floor Boston, MA 02109-1775 Phone: 617-720-9600 Fax: 617-720-9601
Chicago
Chicago Ten South Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606-7407 Phone: 312-463-5000 Fax: 312-463-5001
Portland
601 SW Second Avenue, Suite 1900 Portland, OR 97204 Phone: 503-425-6800 Fax: 503-425-6801
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