Ben Miller - Blake Dawson

Ben Miller is a ranked as a ‘leading individual’ in intellectual property by Chambers Global 2008 and Best Lawyers International 2008: Australia. Ben Miller is considered the “go-to patents lawyer” in the Sydney office, clients reported in Chambers Global 2008. Ben Miller and his team act for a variety of clients with intellectual property and technology assets, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, medical device manufacturers, biomedical research organisations, food companies and manufacturers of household and consumer products.

Ben Miller’s practise includes drafting and negotiating technology transfer agreements, research collaboration, technology licensing and commercialisation agreements, particularly in the life sciences and biotechnology fields. Ben Miller advises pharmaceutical companies on regulatory matters including the conduct of clinical trials in Australia and he drafts and negotiates clinical trial agreements. Ben Miller also conducts IP due diligence for spin-offs and private and public equity raisings and other commercial IP transactions.

A substantial part of Ben Millers practice involves patent infringement and revocation litigation in the Federal Court of Australia and appeals from decisions of the Commissioner of Patents. Ben Miller also provides strategic advice on the use, exploitation and enforcement of IP rights.

Fred Chilton - Allens Arthur Robinson

Fred Chilton, BA LLB (Hons) LLM, of Allens Arthur Robinson is a highly experienced corporate and commercial lawyer and has many clients that regard him as a senior adviser to their businesses. Fred Chilton acts for major companies in the high technology, telecommunications, information technology and natural resources sectors.

Fred Chilton has acted on high profile transactions such as McKechnie MBO, trade sale and IPO; Amtotes sale of new terminals to the NSW TAB; Solectron’s acquisition of Bluegum Group; and ATSM’s acquisition of Brobot. Fred’s specialist advice to high technology clients, such as The Boeing Company, Rockwell International, Kaman Aerospace, Honeywell, Keycorp, AmTote International, Computer Associates and Megadyne Information Systems, includes software licensing, product development, government and defence contracting.

Energy and natural resources clients seek Fred Chilton’s input on all aspects of their operations, from establishment, acquisitions, financing, restructuring and joint ventures to operational problems and the development of new projects, including environmental assessment procedures. Fred’s major projects include the Mount Arthur Coal Project in New South Wales, the Silicon Smelter at Electrona in Tasmania, Pioneer Plasterboard plants in Sydney and Melbourne and an offshore marine aggregates proposal. Overseas clients such as Bulgari, Rockwell International, Maxxium International, Pharmacia Upjohn and Fortune Brands benefit from Fred’s strategic advice on establishment and operation of subsidiaries and joint ventures, distribution agreements, submissions to the Foreign Investment Review Board and approvals for acquisitions and new ventures by foreign investors.

Mallesons - Federal Court aims to streamline Australian patent litigation

Mallesons report that the Federal Court will roll out an intensive case management procedure for patent litigation due to a need to streamline Australian patent litigation. According to Mallesons, the Federal Court has been trialling a case management procedure which focuses on narrowing the issues at an early stage of the proceeding in order to reduce the scale of discovery and limit the amount of technical expert evidence required. The scheme involves having one patent list Judge in each State, who will manage all patent proceedings until the case is ready for hearing, at which point it will be assigned to a docket Judge.

The case management procedure for patent litigation focuses on:

- narrowing the issues before discovery is ordered (parties have to meet to discuss the issues to be addressed by discovery, and the nature of the documents sought, before the patent list Judge will order targeted discovery)
- identifying common ground between experts (parties should consult as to procedures in relation to evidence, such as concurrent evidence of experts and prior meetings of experts to explain or narrow the issues in dispute)

The patent list judge for Sydney is Justice Annabelle Bennett, who has been running the pilot of the scheme for the past 12 months. The patent list Judges for the other states have yet to be announced.

Mallesons - Federal Court aims to streamline Australian patent litigation

Junior IP lawyer Sydney

* Great mentorship
* Good work
* Interesting work

If you are an ambitious IP lawyer who is looking to take your career to the next level you will want to hear about this role. Our client has an unsurpassed reputation in the legal work place for looking after its lawyers. All lawyers with the firm gain expertmentorship and great support. If you are a junior IP lawyer who is looking for help to make the next level you will be in the best possible hands with this firm.

The firm offers awesome work and interesting clients in IP, you will do Tradmarks, copyright and licensing work in a dynamic and successful environment. Please contact Ben Carter on 02 8226 9623 or benjamin.carter@hays.com.au for more information

Patent Attorney Biotechnology - Phillips Ormonde & Fitzpatrick Adelaide

Phillips Ormonde & Fitzpatrick is one of Australia’s largest and most progressive firms of Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys. Established in 1888, we employ more than 130 people in offices in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a team player with solid technical skills to join our Adelaide office as a Registered Patent Attorney.

Ideally, you will have worked in a patent attorney firm and will be degree qualified in the biotechnology field, at least to honours level. Majors in medical biology, biochemistry or microbiology are of strong interest, as is a sound knowledge of the Adelaide biotech environment. The successful applicant will have some business development experience and will be confident in developing clients and networking. You will be working within our Adelaide Life Sciences group, alongside a team of individuals with outstanding IP expertise, and will be provided support from an expert team of professionals in our Melbourne office. Some travel will be required. With exceptional analytical ability, and advanced communication skills, both written and verbal, your professional and assertive approach will open opportunities for leadership and the chance to excel within the firm. For a unique opportunity to take your career to the next step in a key role in one of Australia’s leading patent and trade mark attorney firms, apply now!

Please forward your curriculum vitae and a covering letter in confidence, to:
The People & Development Manager
Phillips Ormonde & Fitzpatrick
Level 21,
367 Collins Street
Melbourne 3000
or by e-mail to hr@pof.com.au www.pof.com.au Applications to be submitted by Friday 28th March 2008.

Trade Mark Paralegal - Sydney Top Tier Law Firm

Our client are currently looking to recruit an experienced paralegal to join their Sydney trademarks team.

# Your day to day responsibilities include:Conducting trademark searches and watches
# Database management
# Processing and managing trade mark applications
# Updating and reporting to clients on the status of their portfolios.

To be successful for this exciting new opportunity you will:
# Have previous trade marks experience
# The ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
# Proactive and deadline focussed

In return this firm is offering an excellent remuneration package, top notch training and mentoring and genuine career progression opportunities. To learn more about this role or to apply contact Penny Parker in the Sydney office on 02 8226 9836 or email your CV to penny.parker@hays.com.au.

Shelston IP - Commercial Lawyer Sydney

This dynamic Intellectual Property firm boasts 150 years of successful business right across Australia! A position is now available for a polished Commercial Lawyer to join their energetic Sydney team. This is an ideal role if you are keen to progress your career and real promotion opportunities await the right candidate. Working within these modern premises, you will join a friendly team who provide a true work-life balance together with high-end matters and a range of impressive benefits. All tenacious and talented Lawyers with at least 6+ years post qualification experience in Commercial Law and strong drafting skills (particularly in options) are encouraged to apply. You will be a team player who also has the ability to work autonomously in a busy environment and has solid client management skills (ideally, you will bring across your own portfolio). An excellent opportunity to join a successful team and firm, apply today! To confidentially apply for this role or to find out more information, please contact Gina Guirguis on +61 2 9233 7977 or nc@naimanclarke.com.au, quoting reference number GG14715/SK.

Legal Counsel - Sydney Based International Company

* Excellent Base Package, plus Shares, plus Bonus
* Sydney location, APAC reach, Variety of work, highly autonomous

Working for a Sydney based international company; you will be the sole Legal Counsel, working for an online based business within the APAC region, you will be provided with a broad variety of work and have a high level of autonomy. Working closely with the business units of this prominent business, your main task will be to provide legal advice with respect to IP/IT and internet issues.

Responsibilities of the role will involve, but not limited to;

* Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts
* Provide guidance and advice to necessary stakeholders regarding contracts
* Provide commercial advice to all business units within the APAC region
* Liaise with external lawyers
* Handle and advise on corporate matters relating to the running of the business
* Managing litigation matters
* Ad hoc legal support on a board range of legal issues

We are seeking a commercial lawyer with minimum 4 years post qualification experience gained from a reputable firm or from a ‘Top 100” listed company. Exposure to IT/IP or online business practices will be viewed favourably. You will have the ability to work unsupervised, build client rapport and successfully engage with senior business leaders. To be successful, you will thrive in a dynamic and challenging business environment. This role will best suit an intermediate lawyer with 4-6 years pqe who is looking for an autonomous in-house position with excellent career prospects and benefits. On offer is $100,000 - $115,000 (base plus super) + bonus (10% - performance based) + share option ($20,000/year – performance based). For a strictly confidential discussion, please contact Phil Hunter on (02) 9236 9000 or email philhunter@taylorroot.com.au quoting reference number PH67844.

IP/Life Sciences Lawyer - Sydney

* Award Winning and High Profile Team
* Competitive Salary
* Sustainable Work/Life Balance

High profile and internationally recognised firm are looking for an experienced IP lawyer with experience in patent advice and litigation. Ideally you will hold a degree in life sciences or have some industry experience. You will join a team which has a global reputation in this area. Coupled with this you will be joining a friendly, down to earth and busy team where you will be able to have a sustainable work/life balance.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Lucy Brady on 02 9237 2333 or email lucy.brady@hughes-castell.com.au, quoting Ref No. LB36237.

Senior Legal Counsel Sydney - Leading Global Professional Services Firm

Want a mix of advisory and transactional practice? The leading global professional services firm, our client prides itself on its values and excellence in providing exceptional service to a vast network of clients. Due to growth they are now seeking an experienced and dynamic lawyer to join the company. Providing legal advice and support across the various divisions of the business, the hands on work mix will include:

- Dealing with a wide range of contracts and agreements from start to finish
- Providing legal advice across different areas including Corporations, TPA and IP
- Responding to court notices and drafting and developing policies on a wide range of issues.

To be successful you will have strong experience in corporate commercial practice, possess superior oral and written communication skills and have the ability to take responsibility for your transactions whilst working effectively as part of a team. For a confidential discussion, please contact Jack Chanthivong on +61 2 9237 2333 or email jack.chanthivong@hughes-castell.com.au, quoting Ref No. JC36046.