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Frost Brown Todd Named a Top Fifty Law Firm for Women

Stephen Albainy-Jenei — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:31:13 +0000

We are pleased to announce that Frost Brown Todd has been selected both by Working Mother magazine and the Flex-Time Lawyers organization as one of the 50 Best Law Firms for Women.

Law firms throughout the United States were evaluated on their workforce profiles, family-friendly benefits and policies, flexibility, leadership, compensation, and their advancement and retention of women, among other factors.

“This award further underlines the progress our Diversity and Women’s Initiative programs have made over the last eight years. As a law firm, we go beyond talking points. Our commitment is demonstrated through actions. And, it is because of our actions that we have achieved this important award.”

On September 15, 2009 the firm will receive this award at the Gala Award Luncheon in New York, NY for the 2009 Best Law Firms. Click here to view the complete article from Working Mother magazine.

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Patent Baristas Ranked Best In Intellectual Property (Again!)

Stephen Albainy-Jenei — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:18:05 +0000

In a bit of shameless self-promotion, we find that the Patent Baristas were ranked (once again!) in the 2008 Edition of Chambers and Partners, a guide to the legal profession that rates attorneys and their practices based upon peer and client review.

Chambers USA touts the Intellectual Property Department as known for their “exceptional” attention to detail and impeccable biomedical knowledge. Frost Brown Todd LLC is said to boast one of the top Intellectual Property practices in the region. Clients use adjectives such as “impeccable”, “genius”, “simply superb”, and “quite excellent” in describing Stephen Albainy-Jenei, Karlyn Schnapp, Steven Goldstein and David Schmit.

From Chambers:

The Firm: [Frost Brown Todd] undertakes a substantial amount of transactional and prosecution work in patents, and litigates trademark, trades secrets and patent matters. Team members have particular expertise in the life sciences, Internet and computer technology sectors, and recently advised AOI Medical on the IP aspects of its IPO on the LSE. The team also acted for Caudill Seed in obtaining declaratory judgment for non-infringement of patents related to a new product line of nutritional supplements.

The Lawyers: The “extraordinarily intelligent” Stephen Albainy-Jenei “knows the practice area inside out.” “Well-reasoned and never hasty,” he is active in life sciences and patent prosecution, and is responsible for the influential Patent Baristas blog. “Excellent attorney” Steven Goldstein has stepped down as department chair, to be replaced by Ann Schoen, and has now taken on the role of vice-chair. His practice takes in patent prosecution and transactional work, largely in the life sciences. David Schmit receives enthusiastic praise, which depicts him as “a genius who is extraordinarily formidable on the other side.” He is the group’s litigation expert and undertakes patent, trademark, copyright and trade secret cases. Interviewees also “think the world of” senior associate Karlyn Schnapp, a life sciences specialist with a PhD in chemistry.

The qualities on which rankings are based include technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial awareness/astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities valued by the client. Editorial comment is also derived from the research, with quotations used when they sum up the prevailing opinion of the market. The rankings and editorial comment about attorneys are independent and objective. Inclusion in the guide is based solely on the research team’s findings. For the current Global directory, over 6,500 of these interviews were conducted covering 170 countries. They were carried out by a team of 30 full-time researchers over a period of 12 months.

Now, if only we could win a Webby…

See more in the Frost Brown Todd LLC Profile

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Growth Opportunity: Interested in Becoming a Technical Specialist/Patent Agent?

Stephen Albainy-Jenei — Thu, 01 May 2008 18:13:31 +0000

Growth opportunity available! We are currently looking to add a Patent Agent/Technical Specialist to work closely with our legal staff. Working as part of the team, you can use your current scientific expertise to help with the legal issues that our firm is handling for our clients.

The position involves defining new inventions, providing scientific advice and oversight in patent prosecution matters, preparing patent applications for filing, prosecuting patents, reviewing and researching patent applications and third party intellectual property rights, and assisting with other legal matters. Candidates should have an advanced degree in a biological or chemical field (Ph.D. preferred), with a concentration in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, organic, medicinal or pharmaceutical chemistry, or a closely related field.

For the right candidate, we are willing to hire a specialist without any previous patent experience. We are dedicated to helping an individual succeed both professionally and personally and we can be quite flexible in our arrangements. This can be a tremendous opportunity for someone who would like to make a switch from laboratory research to a growing patent career. We can work with the candidate to provide an alternative/flexible work arrangement and schedule.

All that is required is an ability to effectively communicate complex technical issues and a demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and with others at all levels of the organization. We are looking for dynamic individuals who are flexible and enjoy being challenged (and having some fun). In return, the successful candidate will receive intensive training in patent prosecution and will work closely with patent attorneys.

Please feel free to call or email me directly in confidence to talk about your particular situation.

The Fine Print:

To learn more about us and the communities we serve, visit our home page at www.frostbrowntodd.com. Send resume, transcripts and writing samples to me or to Karen Laymance, Frost Brown Todd LLC, 2200 PNC Center; 201 East Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 or by email to klaymance@fbtlaw.com. Frost Brown Todd LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

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IP Associate Position Available

Stephen Albainy-Jenei — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 17:02:41 +0000

We’ve been quite busy these days and so I wanted to pass along that my firm is currently looking to hire an IP attorney.

The Position:

Patent Associate with at least 2+ years of experience in patent prosecution, counseling and licensing. The candidate should have an advanced degree in a chemical field (Ph.D. preferred), with a concentration in analytical, biochemistry, organic, medicinal or pharmaceutical chemistry, or a closely related field.

The Place:

The Cincinnati, Ohio office of Frost Brown Todd LLC, one of the 150 largest law firms in the United States, with a top rated Midwest intellectual property practice. Not to mention the opportunity to work closely with the Patent Baristas.

The Rest:

To learn more about us and the communities we serve, visit our home page at www.frostbrowntodd.com. Send resume, law school and undergraduate transcripts and writing samples to Karen Laymance, Frost Brown Todd LLC, 2200 PNC Center, 201 East Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 or by email to klaymance@fbtlaw.com. Frost Brown Todd LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

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Let’s Make a Deal: Is Your Company An Acquisition Candidate?

Stephen Albainy-Jenei — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 15:33:52 +0000

We currently have a client interested in making an acquisition in the U.S. The criteria are listed below:

Location: Anywhere in the 48 Contiguous States, excluding California

Size in Sales: $5,000,000 to $15,000,000

Type of Business: Manufacturing, Non-Union, with a successful history

Type of Ownership: Privately Owned/Held or a Division/Subsidiary of Public Company

Type of Purchase: Asset Purchase

Type of Industry: Not “O.E.M.” Automotive, Not High Environmental Issues, Not High Labor Intensive

If you know of any companies that meet the above criteria and are looking to be acquired, please contact me.

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