Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Patent Agent

$120k - $150k

LHH

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a highly regarded patent counseling firm seeking a Patent Agent to join its growing practice. This is a 100% remote opportunity open to candidates nationwide.

Position Details

  • Location: 100% Remote – open to all U.S. time zones
  • Salary: $120,000–$150,000+, depending on experience
  • Experience: 2–6 years of patent prosecution experience
  • Technical Background: Open to a variety of backgrounds, including Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Software, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, and related disciplines

Responsibilities

  • Draft patent applications for filing with the USPTO
  • Prosecute U.S. patent applications and conduct Examiner interviews
  • Work directly with inventors and attorneys to develop and refine claim strategies
  • Independently manage a patent prosecution docket
  • Support clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies
  • Assist with additional patent counseling matters, including freedom-to-operate analyses, patent landscapes, due diligence, and noninfringement/invalidity opinions

Qualifications

  • 2–6 years of patent prosecution experience
  • USPTO registration
  • Relevant technical or scientific degree
  • Strong academic background; 3.0+ undergraduate GPA preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to independently manage multiple matters and deadlines
  • Strong client-service skills and a collaborative approach

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Patent Agent in Washington DC vacancy
  • $130k - $190k

     ...companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals. Registered Patent Agent Under the general direction of supervising attorney(s), the Paralegal Manager and according to established firm policies and... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work at office
    Remote work

    Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

    Washington DC
    15 hours ago
  • $100k - $200k

     ...INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PATENT AGENT Open to multiple locations...full list found at the bottom of this description. A prominent international AmLaw 50 law firm is seeking a talented Patent Agent to join their Intellectual Property (IP) - Patents Practice. This position... 
    Suggested
    Work at office
    Worldwide

    SteveRecruiter, LLC

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  •  ...Overview McGuireWoods LLP is seeking a Patent Agent to join our team. The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions received from the USPTO, and handle routine correspondence with the USPTO. The ideal candidate must... 
    Suggested
    Work at office
    Remote work

    McGuireWoods

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $125k - $205k

     ...Patent Agent/Advisor (Medtech) Locations: Boston, MA | Chicago, IL | Washington, DC | New York, NY | Reston, VA Job Description: Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent or Advisor to join a leading intellectual property law firm with a strong focus on medtech innovations... 
    Suggested
    Temporary work
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    Direct Counsel

    Washington DC
    2 days ago
  •  ...Patent Agent An established IP law firm is seeking a Patent Agent to join its team while pursuing a part-time J.D. through an evening law school program. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a strong technical background who are committed to build a... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Part time
    Afternoon shift

    Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  •  ...Seeking a full-time Patent Attorney or Agent with a background in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering. This position involves all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution, with opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare... 
    Full time
    Work at office
    Remote work

    Oliff PLC

    Alexandria, VA
    3 hours ago
  • Patent Agent (Engineering) Position Overview We are seeking a skilled Patent Agent with an engineering or technical background to draft, prosecute, and manage patent filings across a range of technologies. The Patent Agent will support patent prosecution before the USPTO... 
    Work at office

    CyberCoders

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $140k - $200k

     ...Job Description Job Description Work on Sophisticated AI and Software Patents DC/Various Locations An established Intellectual Property practice is seeking a registered Patent Agent in Washington, DC. The role involves patent work for clients developing advanced... 
    Part time
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    MNF Global

    Washington DC
    13 days ago
  • $110k - $180k

     ...Patent Agent / Technical Specialist Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent or Technical Specialist with 2+ years of patent prosecution experience to join a leading national law firm and its growing Intellectual Property practice. This is an excellent opportunity... 
    Work at office

    Direct Counsel

    Washington DC
    5 days ago
  • Job Overview: A law firm is currently seeking a Life Sciences Patent Agent with over 2 years of experience to join their esteemed Intellectual Property team. The ideal candidate will have a background in biomedical engineering, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry,... 
    Work at office

    BCG Attorney Search

    Washington DC
    6 days ago
  • $125k - $228k

     ...Job Description Job Description Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent or Patent Advisor to join a leading national firm’s busy patent counseling, prosecution, and litigation practice. This role is available in Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York, Reston, Seattle... 
    Work at office

    Direct Counsel

    Washington DC
    13 days ago
  • Oliff PLC in Alexandria, Virginia, seeks a full-time Patent Attorney or Agent with expertise in Mechanical, Software, or Electrical Engineering. This role encompasses all phases of patent preparation and prosecution, presenting increasing responsibilities. The successful... 
    Full time
    Work at office

    Oliff PLC

    Alexandria, VA
    5 days ago
  • $35 per hour

     ...property law firm, serving biotechnology, pharmaceutical, university, and life sciences innovators, in its search for an experienced Patent Prosecution Specialist to join the firm’s growing legal team in its Washington, DC office and support sophisticated U.S. and... 
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Work at office
    Local area
    Remote work

    Trustpoint.One

    Washington DC
    15 hours ago
  •  ...position can be based in any of the U.S. offices listed. The offices we are considering are: Washington, DC, Boston, Dallas TX IP Patent Prosecution Docketing Specialist that is experienced in U.S. and Foreign patent prosecution docketing. The ideal candidate will... 
    Work at office
    Remote work

    Consilio LLC

    Washington DC
    3 hours ago
  • $160k - $240k

     ...Summary Fortem IP is seeking a patent prosecution associate with two to four years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution at...  ...business objectives. · Work closely with other attorneys, patent agents, and paralegals to ensure efficient workflow, high-quality work... 
    Full time
    Work at office
    3 days per week

    Fortem IP LLP

    Washington DC
    3 hours ago
  •  ...Patent Agent (Computer Science/Electrical Engineering) Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Agent to join a highly regarded Am Law 100 firm. This position is available in Charlotte, North Carolina; Raleigh, North Carolina; Chicago, Illinois; Dallas, Texas; Los Angeles... 
    Work at office

    Direct Counsel

    Washington DC
    4 days ago
  • $75.4k - $120.55k

     ...strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire an IP Patent Prosecution Specialist for our Intellectual Property Patent Support Unit. Reporting to the Patent Prosecution Supervisor, the IP Patent... 
    Hourly pay
    Local area
    Remote work
    Flexible hours

    Morgan Lewis

    Washington DC
    4 days ago
  •  ...an exciting program for students who are interested in attending law school part time and working with the firm full time. As a patent agent/technical advisor, you will be able to work on a wide range of technical aspects on the firm’s litigation matters as well as proceedings... 
    Full time
    Part time
    Casual work
    Afternoon shift

    Considine Search

    Washington DC
    2 days ago
  • $176.4k

    Agency: Department of Education HeadquartersDepartment: Department of EducationSub agency: Office of Hearings & AppealsSalary: Starting at $176,399 Per year (AL 3)Dates: Open 08/31/2026 to 09/30/2026Schedule: Full-timeWork type: PermanentRelocation: FalsePosition ID: CCTM...
    Work at office

    United States Government

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • Legal Policy Analyst ProSidian is seeking a Legal Policy Analyst (Contract Contingent) in Charlotte, NC / Washington, DC / Remote to support an engagement for agency of the United States government responsible for consumer protection in the financial sector. The ...
    Contract work
    Local area
    Remote work

    ProSidian Consulting

    Washington DC
    5 days ago
  • $235k - $310k

     ...Intellectual Property Litigation Associate | Washington, DC If you have 2–5 years of patent and/or copyright litigation experience AND a technical background, I may have the right role for you. The opportunity is with a highly regarded IP boutique handling sophisticated... 
    Full time

    Mosser Legal Search

    Washington DC
    15 hours ago
  •  ...Seeking full-time Patent Support Specialist to join our IP Training & Support department. Offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and professional growth opportunities. Hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Key Responsibilities : Reviewing and e-filing prosecution... 
    Full time
    Work at office
    Remote work

    Oliff PLC

    Alexandria, VA
    3 days ago
  •  ...Chambers ranked Chemical Practice Group in DC. The ideal candidate will have: ~3+ years of experience in managing and supervising patent prosecution, due diligence, and FTO work ~ Experience not only working on prosecution, but supervising and training technical... 
    Full time

    Wegman Partners

    Washington DC
    4 days ago
  •  ...The Secret Service Special Operations Division's Counter Assault Team (CAT) creates a unique tactical career opportunity for special agents within the Office of Protective Operations. Special Agents within this tactical operations assignment possess operational skills... 
    Work at office
    Overseas
    Trial period

    The United States Secret Service

    Washington DC
    13 days ago
  • Summary Imagine your career advancing innovation at the forefront of patent law and technology. The Central Reexamination Unit (CRU) reviews complex reexamination proceedings, supplemental examination requests, reissue applications, and other assigned matters. Join our... 
    Work at office
    Remote work

    Transmission & Distribution World

    Alexandria, VA
    2 days ago
  • $80k - $130k

     ...Patent Engineer Banner Witcoff is a leader in intellectual property law for more than 100 years. We are the trusted IP partner of choice for organizations around the world. We provide sound legal guidance and inventive IP solutions to power business for start-ups... 
    Full time
    Casual work
    Work at office
    Remote work
    2 days per week

    Banner Witcoff

    Washington DC
    5 days ago
  • Duties Help **Recruitment Incentive** Recruiting incentives of up to 25% of base pay, will be considered for first time federal employees who apply to the following locations: New York (Broadway) Immigration Court New York (Fed Plaza) Immigration Court ...
    Work at office
    Remote work

    Department of Justice

    University Park, MD
    5 days ago
  •  ...Job Overview A law firm seeks a motivated and highly skilled Patent Attorney to join their team in the Washington, DC Metro Area. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work with leading global technology companies in a dynamic and collaborative environment.... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Remote work

    BCG Attorney Search

    Washington DC
    2 days ago
  • $110k - $250k

     ...manufacturing equipment; Construction equipment; Robotics; and/or Medical Devices. Preferred Qualifications ~3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience. ~ Mechanical Engineering Degree ~ Juris Doctorate ~ Experience using AI tools for... 
    Full time
    Live out
    Flexible hours

    Lee & Hayes, P.C.

    Washington DC
    15 hours ago
  • $225k - $260k

     ...Associate Attorney – Patent Prosecution (Chemistry) Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Washington, DC, Houston, Minneapolis, Newport Beach, New York, Redwood City, San Diego, Wilmington Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate (Chemistry... 
    Work at office

    Direct Counsel

    Washington DC
    2 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Patent Agent. Be the first to apply!