Patent Assertion Lawyer

As the tech firm that created the mobile world, and with more than 60,000 patents to our name, we’ve made it our business to make a mark. When joining our team at Ericsson you are empowered to learn, lead and perform at your best, shaping the future of technology. The successful candidate will play a very important and critical role in Ericsson's global patent licensing program. The Patent Assertion Lawyer will work closely with senior members of the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) & Licensing organization worldwide. The Patent Assertion Lawyer will be involved in developing patent assertion and enforcement strategy of Ericsson’s industry-leading portfolio of over 60,000 patents.

Responsibilities

Actively support Ericsson's out-licensing activities by helping to identify potential licensees and provide detailed technical analysis; Map patents against the products and services being provided by such potential licensees, playing a major role in negotiations with potential licensees by conducting relevant technical discussions; Support any litigation that may become necessary to effectively license Ericsson’s Intellectual Property (IP); Assess and evaluate third party patents and portfolios; Contribute to continuous improvement of working processes to further enhance Ericsson’s patent portfolio strength

Requirements

Top academic credentials from an accredited law school and undergraduate degree with Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar field; Ten (10) or more years of demonstrated experience as a practicing attorney in the areas of patent litigation, patent enforcement and patent related arbitrations; Ability to effectively handle enforcement activities to successful conclusion; Be admitted to practice in Texas; Good presentation and negotiation skills; Experience and confidence to independently assert patent coverage and enforcement positions to potential licensees; Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position including H-1B, O-1, and TN; Ericsson also does not hire F-1’s working on EAD for this position

Benefits

Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan (annual bonus); Health benefits including choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option; Company credits for medical and dental premiums; Ericsson US 401(k) Plan with automatic 3% company contribution and matching contributions; Company credits for basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage; Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; Stock Purchase Plan; Minimum 15 days of accrued vacation; Up to 3 personal days per year; 11 annual holidays; 8 hours of volunteer time; 80 hours of sick time annually; Up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave; 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay; Financial wellness programs; Educational assistance; Matching gifts; Recognition programs