Patent Associate EE/Computer Science Engineering – Law Firm – Washington, DC

October 7, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Sughrue Mion, PLLC, a large law firm is seeking a Patent Associate EE/Computer Science Engineering to work in Washington, DC

Patent Attorney or Agent in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering – Law Firm – Hartford, Atlanta, or Washington, D.C.

October 5, 2025- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Cantor Colburn LLP is seeking a Patent Attorney or Agent in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering to work in our Hartford, Atlanta, or Washington, D.C. offices, with remote work considered for experienced candidates

Associate/Patent Agent – Law Firm – Arlington, Virginia – will consider remote

September 24, 2025Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nixon & Vanderhye, P.C., a large law firm, is seeking an Associate/Patent Agent to work in Arlington, Virginia

Associate Attorney – Law Firm – Boulder, Colorado

September 24, 2025- US - Southwest, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

NOD Law, a small law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney to work in Boulder, Colorado

Intellectual Property Patent Agent – Law Firm – Atlanta, GA

September 19, 2025Work - Patent Prosecution

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP is seeking a Patent Agent to work with its Intellectual Property practice group in the Atlanta office. We are looking to add a team member with 3+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.

Biotechnology Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Portland, Oregon

September 19, 2025- US - Northwest, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

Klarquist is seeking a lateral patent prosecution associate with a Ph.D. in the biological sciences. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials and a minimum of 3 years of experience prosecuting patent applications relating to biotechnology. Experience with drafting and prosecuting applications related to large molecule therapeutics is strongly preferred. Excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.

Intellectual Property (Patent) Associate – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

September 16, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Southwest, - US - West, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Snell & Wilmer’s Intellectual Property practice group seeks a full-time patent associate with two to five years of experience to join our Phoenix, Tucson, Los Angeles, Orange County, Reno-Tahoe, San Diego, or Washington, D.C. office. The successful candidate will have patent drafting experience with microelectronics and/or semiconductors and will have an educational background in engineering (chemical, electrical, or mechanical), chemistry, or physics. Snell and Wilmer’s overall Intellectual Property practice includes prosecution, transactional, and litigation work. This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving team of attorneys doing work for clients throughout the nation and internationally. State Bar membership is required in the jurisdiction in which the attorney will be practicing, as is admission to practice law before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

This is a full-time, partnership-track position that is eligible to participate in the firm’s benefit plans, including our 401K Profit Sharing and Savings Plan with discretionary employer contribution, and is eligible for consideration for annual discretionary bonuses.

Snell & Wilmer is a special place to practice law, not just because of its clients, its reputation, or even its size-five hundred attorneys located in sixteen offices across the western United States (along with a sunny office in Los Cabos, Mexico). Snell & Wilmer is a special place because its attorneys are great people who take care of and treat each other like family. We are a collection of diverse individuals dedicated to serving our clients, our firm, and our communities. We are a firm built on culture of open communication, mutual respect, teamwork, character and loyalty that is committed to developing our associates into long-term partners. We go “all in” on our associates from day one to make sure each has the opportunity to become a great attorney, become a partner, and stay with us for their legal careers, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. While we expect candidates will have demonstrated high academic achievement, we desire individuals who also possess the energy, generosity, sense of humor, integrity, and dedication to uphold this firm culture. Our attorneys will tell you that it feels like family here and we work very hard to protect this culture. Every day we resolve new and exciting challenges for our clients, firm and communities, and have fun doing it.

Compensation Ranges (Annual, Based on Experience):

California: $216,000 – $255,000
Nevada: $181,000 – $205,000
Washington, D.C.: $216,000 – $255,000

Apply online at:
https://lawcruit.micronapps.com/sup/lc_supp_app_frm.aspx?lawfirm=187&id=3

Include with your submission:
Resume (required), Cover Letter (required), Transcript (required); Contact Name: Julie Moy, Attorney Recruiting Manager

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Phoenix, Tucson, Los Angeles, Orange County, Reno-Tahoe, San Diego, or Washington, D.C.

Patent Associate – Law Firm – Remote

September 16, 2025- US - Telecommute, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

The Farrell Law Firm, P.C. is seeking an experienced patent prosecution attorney to join its patent practice in the electrical/computer fields of technology. The primary focus of this position is patent preparation and prosecution in the electrical/computer fields of technology. For this position, Applicants MUST have at least a BS in the electrical and/or computer engineering arts. MS or higher desirable as is industry experience. 3+ years of patent prosecution experience preferred. Please submit resume and sample application draft.

Junior Associate – Biotech / Chemistry – Law Firm – Hybrid (Minneapolis, Houston) or Remote

August 30, 2025- US - Southwest, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Patent Prosecution

Viksnins Harris Padys Malen LLP (VHPM) is a boutique intellectual property law firm with a strong emphasis in the chemical and life sciences fields and a focus on patent prosecution and counseling.

Electrical/Computer Patent Prosecution Associate – Law Firm – Washington, DC

August 29, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Rothwell Figg, a premier intellectual property law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking an experienced patent prosecution attorney to join its patent practice in the electrical/ computer fields of technology. The primary focus of this position is patent preparation and prosecution in the electrical/computer fields of technology, with the opportunity to work on a wide variety of intellectual property matters, including post-grant proceedings, litigation, opinions and counseling.

Patent Attorney/Agent – Electrical/Wireless Communications – Law Firm – Fort Lauderdale, Florida

August 18, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weisberg I.P. Law, P.A., a growing full-service intellectual property law firm in a great location near Miami and Fort Lauderdale is accepting applications for patent attorneys and agents. For this position, Applicants MUST have at least a BS in the electrical and/or computer engineering arts. MS or higher desirable as is industry experience. 2+ years of patent prosecution experience preferred. Benefits package includes medical plan, paid vacation time, disability insurance (at no cost to employee), life insurance (at no cost to employee) and 401(k) plan.

Electrical/Computer Engineering Patent Attorney or Agent – Law Firm – Remote

August 18, 2025- US - Southwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Pramudji Law Group PLLC, a Houston-based IP boutique law firm, is seeking a patent agent/patent attorney/patent engineer with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Physics. This position entails drafting and prosecuting patent applications, performing invalidity and infringement analysis.

Patent Attorney (Mandarin speaking) – Corporation – Singapore

August 12, 2025Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Fellows and Associates are recruiting on behalf of an international law firm. A leading international IP firm is offering a compelling opportunity for a Mandarin-speaking Patent Attorney to join its team in Singapore. With a client base spanning electric vehicles, telecoms, e-commerce, and hardware innovation, the role offers engaging, commercially significant work across a range of technologies.

Patent Prosecution Associate – Biology – Law Firm – Remote

July 30, 2025- US - Telecommute, Tech - Biotech, Work - Patent Prosecution

McNeill PLLC is looking for an experienced attorney with an advanced degree in Biology. Candidates must have at least 2 years relevant experience in patent prosecution. Candidates should have a track record of performing work for innovative life science, biotech, and/or pharmaceutical corporations based in the United States. Applicants must be admitted to practice before the USPTO.

Patent Attorney – Electrical Engineering – Raleigh, North Carolina

July 29, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Myers Bigel, P.A., a large law firm, is seeking a Patent Attorney to work in Raleigh, North Carolina

Patent Attorney / Patent Agent — Electrical & Mechanical Technologies – Law Firm – Remote within U.S.

July 20, 2025- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Harrity & Harrity is a patent firm trusted by top technology companies. We are expanding and seek experienced patent attorneys or agents who thrive handling electrical or mechanical technology. You will draft and prosecute high-value applications for world-class innovators while working remotely (in the U.S.) within a close-knit, highly collaborative team. A solid foundation in semiconductors or 5G wireless is a welcome plus.

Why Harrity:

Direct access to global clients. You counsel inventors and in-house teams directly on cutting-edge work.
Production-based compensation with upside. -Transparent formula, no billable-hour requirements, comprehensive benefits, and a clear path to client-lead or partner roles.
True life-work balance. Set a schedule that works for you and control when and where you work.
Remote-first, never remote-alone. Regular virtual calls, and regional meet-ups keep our team connected and supported.
Cutting-edge tooling. Our proprietary drafting automation streamlines routine tasks so you can focus on strategy and quality.

What You’ll Do:

Draft, prosecute, and counsel on U.S. and international patent matters in electrical or mechanical disciplines.
Leverage automation tools to boost efficiency and consistency.
Collaborate daily with peers and mentors through video huddles, and instant messaging.
Build trusted relationships with inventors and in-house counsel.

What You Bring:

2+ years of recent patent preparation / prosecution experience with an electrical or mechanical focus.
B.S. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
USPTO registration and U.S. residence.
Experience with semiconductors or 5G is a plus.
Sharp analytical writing skills and a collaborative mindset.
Motivation to grow, share knowledge, and delight clients.

At Harrity & Harrity, we do things differently. We’re a patent law firm driven by precision, innovation, and purpose. Our team delivers top-tier quality and unmatched service to some of the most innovative tech companies in the world - on time, every time. But we don’t stop there. We’ve built a supportive, people-first culture grounded in respect, transparency, and empowerment, where every voice is heard and every employee is equipped to grow. Our modern, analytics-driven model uses automation and cutting-edge AI tools to maximize efficiency and accuracy. With a production-based compensation system, fully remote structure, and flexible workflows, our attorneys have true autonomy and control without sacrificing balance or income. We’re committed to giving back through Harrity 4 Charity and breaking barriers in the legal field through initiatives that elevate opportunity and expand access to the patent bar. If you're looking for a place where excellence meets impact, where you can deepen your subject-matter expertise, grow into a leadership role, or contribute to impactful work you can be proud of, where you can be part of a team that values long-term success, then you've found the right fit. Apply today - the future is now at Harrity.

Apply via email to:
jobs@harrityllp.com

Include a Resume & Cover Letter with subject line "Patent Professional Opening"

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote within U.S.

Biotechnology Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Portland, Oregon

July 14, 2025- US - Northwest, Tech - Biotech, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Patent Scientist – Computer Science/Electrical Engineering – Law Firm – Multiple Locations

July 4, 2025Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Patent Prosecution

Knobbe Martens, a large law firm, is seeking a Patent Scientist.

We provide an opportunity for engineers and scientists to further their professional growth and career development in exciting, challenging ways. Put your technical degree to work on issues involving science, technology, and the law. Candidates will assist with the successful procurement of patent protection for innovative technologies, evaluate the designs of new products, and assist with the evaluation of competitor products.

Each client brings novel and diverse technologies to our firm. Therefore, candidates will learn about a variety of new technologies, learn to identify inventive features, learn to describe the inventions, and work with the Patent Office to allow a patent for the technology. The position also requires candidates to possess the ability to explain and describe new technologies in a way that is concise and descriptive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Reviewing new client technologies to determine potentially patentable inventions.
Creating technical diagrams and drawings that describe the invention.
Writing patent applications, including description and claims, with clarity and technical accuracy.
Analyzing cited references, developing amendments and arguments, and conducting Examiner interviews.

To be successful in this position candidates must be a strong communicator, both written and oral. Candidates must be able to work independently, with a large amount of working freedom. In addition, each candidate will eventually participate in a patent law course and become registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”).

Education and Experience:

B.S. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or other similar technical field is required (advanced degree or work experience preferred). Preference for candidates with artificial intelligence/machine learning [analog circuit design/semiconductor] coursework and experience.
At least two years of patent preparation and prosecution experience are preferred, including experience at the USPTO or in private practice.
Former USPTO Examiner experience is a plus.
Registration number to practice before the USPTO is preferred. In the absence of having a registration number, interest and eligibility to obtain a registration number are required.
At least part-time attendance at a Knobbe office in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle/Bellevue, New York, or Washington D.C. required.
Must be independently motivated to succeed and measure success on a team level.
Qualified candidates will possess strong academic credentials and communication skills.

Base salary for this position is $125,000 to $270,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. The compensation for this position may include bonuses.

Knobbe Martens is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.

Knobbe Martens is a highly respected intellectual property law firm, offering legal services in all aspects of intellectual property and technology law. The firm’s litigation group handles cases throughout the U.S. and coordinates strategy for disputes worldwide. Founded in California in 1962, the firm has about 275 lawyers and scientists based in offices located in Orange County, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle-Bellavue, and Washington D.C. Knobbe Martens serves a diverse international client base, from multinational corporations to emerging businesses of all stages.

At Knobbe Martens, the health and well-being of our employees is of utmost importance. We offer competitive pay and health benefits, generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer contribution, a flexible spending account, wellness programs, and more. Details related to benefits will be confirmed at time of hire. More information about the firm can be found at knobbe.com.

Apply online at:
http://www.knobbelaw.com/viDesktop/viRecruitSelfApply/RecDefault.aspx?FilterREID=8&FilterJobCategoryID=1&FilterJobID=3

Please include a resume, cover letter, transcripts, and writing sample with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Open to multiple locations (near a Knobbe office)

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – US – Telecommute

June 28, 2025- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

International IP Law Group (IIPLG) is seeking Contract or Of Counsel Attorneys to prepare and prosecute patent applications in the field of chemical engineering.
IIPLG offers a flexible work environment, and some telecommuting is a possibility.

Patent Attorney/Patent Agent – Law Firm – Los Angeles, San Francisco, Boston, New York, Washington, D.C.

June 28, 2025- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Northeast, - US - West, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

At ArentFox Schiff, we know that diverse backgrounds produce different perspectives, richer thinking, and more creative solutions to the challenges our clients face. We hope you share that vision. Join us and take on the challenge of doing meaningful work while helping us build a culture that reflects our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We base all our employment decisions on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristic.

ArentFox Schiff LLP is seeking a patent prosecution professional (patent agent or attorney) with three-plus years of experience in 5G/6G technologies, AI/ML, automotive/electric vehicle technologies, video encoding technologies, and software technologies to join our highly regarded team in our DC, NY, LA, SF, or Boston office. A degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field is required. Experience in automotive and/or mechanical fields is a plus. Intellectual curiosity, excellent academic credentials, and experience in drafting and prosecuting US and worldwide applications are required. Additional requirements include strong organizational and writing skills and a desire to excel in a large law firm environment. This is a client-facing position in which the candidate will work directly with inventors and scientists, so strong oral communication skills are necessary. The position comes with responsibility and independence but also features appropriate training and oversight. Membership in the Patent Bar is required. Familiarity with patent databases and search tools, as well as experience in managing patent portfolios and conducting freedom-to-operate analyses, is highly desirable. The ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and provide strategic advice on patentability and infringement issues is essential. ArentFox Schiff offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Please submit a resume, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and a patent application writing sample.

The good faith base salary range for this position is a minimum of $150,000 to a maximum of $300,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates within that range will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, education, applicable bar admissions, and the candidate’s overall qualifications for the position as assessed by the Firm.

ArentFox Schiff LLP is internationally recognized in core industries where business and the law intersect. With more than 600 lawyers and policy professionals, the firm serves as a destination for an international roster of corporations, governments, private individuals, and trade associations.

ArentFox Schiff is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. We base all employment decisions on merit and maintain a policy of considering all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, source of income, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Apply online at:
https://www.afslaw.com/careers/attorney-opportunities

Please submit a resume, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and a patent application writing sample.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Boston, New York, Washington, D.C.