Patent Partner

Job Description

Job Description

Patent Partner

Patent Partner - Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

LOCATION: Gaithersburg, MD (Washington, DC Metro) / Hybrid and Remote Options!

Portables of at least $400K required. Compesation DOE.

THE OPPORTUNITY Join a premier, stable Intellectual Property boutique that offers high-stakes work for global innovators without the traditional Big Law grind. We are seeking a seasoned Patent Partner to lead sophisticated portfolios for industry-leading technology clients. This role is designed for a practitioner who values a manageable billable hour culture, entrepreneurial freedom, and a stable platform for long-term practice growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Counseling: Act as a primary advisor for Fortune 500 companies and tech innovators, developing global patent strategies that align with business objectives.

• Portfolio Management: Lead the preparation and prosecution of complex patent applications in the electrical, software, and wireless communication sectors (4G/5G/6G).

• Opinion and Analysis: Conduct validity, infringement, and freedom-to-operate studies, and draft formal legal opinion letters.

• Post-Grant Proceedings: Represent clients in inter partes review (IPR) and other post-issuance matters before the USPTO.

• Leadership: Mentor and supervise a dedicated team of associates, patent agents, and technical writers to ensure excellence in work product.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: JD from an accredited law school and a technical degree (BS or MS) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.

• Experience: 10 plus years of dedicated patent prosecution experience with a proven track record in client management.

• Admissions: Registered to practice before the USPTO and a member in good standing of a US State Bar.

• Expertise: Deep technical knowledge in network protocols, semiconductor design, AI/ML, or medical electronics.

WHY THIS FIRM?

• Work-Life Integration: A firm culture built on manageable hours and professional stability, allowing you to prioritize both your practice and your personal life.

• Autonomy: Enjoy significant control over your billable rates and the ability to build your practice on a stable, 4th-generation platform.

• Proximity to Innovation: Leverage the firm's strategic location near the USPTO for frequent examiner interviews and high-touch advocacy.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, 401k with firm match, profit sharing, and full healthcare coverage.

APPLY TODAY If you are looking for a stable, growth-oriented environment where your technical expertise and client relationships are valued, we invite you to apply. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.

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Benefits

• Great people and growing firm!
• Family Fully paid employee health insurance.
• 401k matching and firm-sponsored LTD/Life insurance.
• Health club reimbursement and monthly wellness activities.

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/13/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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