While the position will primarily focus on patent drafting, including prior provisional conversion, and prosecution, candidates will also have the opportunity to assist with opinion drafting and due diligence projects, if desired.

We offer excellent compensation and a relaxed, team-based work environment. Though we are based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we will consider hybrid remote and/or full-time remote arrangements for the right candidate. In addition, flex-time and part-time arrangements are considered on a case-by-case basis.

USPTO registration (in good standing) is required.

A bachelor’s or any advanced degree in a relevant life sciences discipline is required.

The Webb Law Firm is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce of exceptionally talented professionals.

Apply via email to:
careers@webblaw.com

Include a cover letter and resume with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Overview:

Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most.

Location: 2 N. Riverside Plz Ste 1600, Chicago, IL 60606

Hybrid: In this position, you should plan to spend time working in the office 3 days per week (60% in-office over the course of the year). Work arrangements could change over time based on business need. Your manager will share additional information regarding your department’s approach and what it means for you.

The team is comprised of several roles and levels including Legal Administrative Support, Legal Secretary, and Paralegal.

Role:

This posting is for a position within the Intellectual Property (IP) Section of the State Farm Corporate Law Department assisting attorneys who manage patent, trademark and copyright portfolios, provide IP counseling, and manage IP litigation. This individual will regularly interact with outside counsel, and both executive and non-executive clients in business areas throughout the Enterprise.

Responsibilities:

• Assist counsel with drafting and preparation of patent, trademark, and copyright filings, responses, and other legal documents.
• Review marketing and business-area content (e.g., product names, taglines, copy, imagery, packaging, and web content) to identify potential IP issues and recommend next steps for attorney review.
• Monitor and evaluate trademark watch and clearance/infringement alert services; triage issues and provide timely summaries of potential risks and deadlines for attorney review.
• Draft cease and desist letters for infringement matters under attorney direction/supervision.
• Support UDRP matters, including domain/registrant research, assembling documentary evidence, drafting factual/procedural materials, and tracking deadlines for filings and responses.
• Conduct legal and factual research and prepare written summaries/analysis for attorney review.
• Respond to inquiries from internal departments and external associates.
• Use IP docketing and case management systems (e.g., FoundationIP/Anaqua) and USPTO filing portals to manage matters and deadlines.
• May involve travel to job-related activities via driving a motor vehicle or by commercial transportation.
• Maintains paralegal competency by participation in continuing education programs.
• May work irregular hours, including weekends/holidays.

Required Qualifications:

• Paralegal degree/certificate (or equivalent education) and 3+ years Intellectual Proprerty experience.
• Deep understanding of patent/trademark filing lifecycles, including hands-on experience preparing/filing new applications (U.S. and foreign), drafting Office Action responses, and managing certain filings (e.g., patent Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), trademark Statements of use, and the like.
• Proven ability to monitor, maintain, and clear complex docketing deadlines.
• Demonstrated proficiency with USPTO electronic systems, including EFS-Web, Patent Center, and TEAS.
• Proficiency navigating the Copyright Office website and registration system.
• Familiarity with common IP and legal docketing tools (e.g. FoundationIP, Anaqua, CPI, etc).
• Experience performing IP risk reviews/clearance for business or marketing content, identifying potential trademark/copyright issues, and flagging matters for attorney review.
• Must comply with state paralegal codes (if applicable) and the Code of Professional Responsibility governing lawyer conduct and must strictly observe the department's confidential relationship with the client/employer.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Significant attention to detail; strong critical thinking skills and judgment.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Experience working in high-volume docket/prosecution environments.
• Experience collaborating with prosecution teams and managing outside counsel requests.
• Awareness and use of AI/GenAI tools.

Additional Details:

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately. State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.

Our Benefits:

• State Farm values work-life balance and offers competitive compensation!
• Potential starting salary range: $59,400 - $110,000
• Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
• High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
• Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary

At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!

• Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
• Stay Well! Focus on you and your family’s health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
• Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
• Plan Ahead! Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
• Take a Little “You” Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
• Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
• Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.

Visit our State Farm Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations, and the hiring process of joining the State Farm team!

Apply online at:
https://careers-statefarm.icims.com/jobs/46566/paralegal---intellectual-property/job

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

We offer hybrid work arrangements out of our Portland, Oregon office. Part-time positions may be considered at the discretion of the firm.

Klarquist professionals could practice anywhere; at the largest law firms and companies, and in the largest cities. They chose Klarquist to pursue both their passion for law and their passion for life. Our reputation for excellence and emphasis on maintaining a work/life balance attracts experienced attorneys from large general practice firms as well as IP boutiques, and appeals to top students from national and local law schools.

Employee Benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan and profit sharing
• Comprehensive health care plan, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Long and short-term disability coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Pre-tax transit and flexible spending accounts

Apply online at:
https://klarquist.com/about/careers/biotechnology-patent-attorney-agent/

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Portland, Oregon

Apply online at:
kshikrallah@secantip.com

Include a resume, cover sheet, and examples of published applications and issued patents with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Manchester, NH (remote for experienced candidates)

About the Role:

We are looking for an associate with 3–5 years of intellectual property experience, primarily in patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio management, and strategic counseling. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, software engineering, or a related field, together with excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with clients across a range of industries and technologies to develop, protect, and enforce valuable intellectual property assets. Success requires initiative, attention to detail, a collaborative approach, and a strong commitment to exceptional client service.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials
• 3–5 years of patent prosecution and intellectual property counseling experience in a law firm or comparable setting
• A degree in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
• Experience drafting and prosecuting U.S. patent applications and managing domestic and international patent portfolios
• Preferred experience conducting patentability, freedom-to-operate, validity, and landscape analyses
• Familiarity with trademark prosecution

Why Join Maynard Nexsen:

This position offers substantial client contact and the opportunity to work on sophisticated intellectual property matters for emerging growth companies, established businesses, and innovative technology-driven clients.

Learn more about Maynard Nexsen’s Intellectual Property Practice Group via https://www.maynardnexsen.com/capabilities-intellectual-property.

Salary, benefits, and bonus opportunities are comparable to those offered by other Am Law 200 firms. Maynard Nexsen is committed to fostering a collegial and diverse work environment and to supporting the professional and personal development of its attorneys.

Apply online at:
https://www.maynardnexsen.com/job-associate-intellectual-property-south-carolina-north-carolina

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: North Carolina/South Carolina

Overview

Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most.

Location: 2 N. Riverside Plz Ste 1600, Chicago, IL 60606

Hybrid: In this position, you should plan to spend time working in the office 3 days per week (60% in-office over the course of the year). Work arrangements could change over time based on business need. Your manager will share additional information regarding your department’s approach and what it means for you.

Role:

The team is comprised of several roles and levels including Legal Administrative Support, Legal Secretary, and Paralegal.

This posting is for a position within the Intellectual Property (IP) Section of the State Farm Corporate Law Department assisting attorneys who manage patent, trademark and copyright portfolios, provide IP counseling, and manage IP litigation. This individual will regularly interact with outside counsel, and both executive and non-executive clients in business areas throughout the Enterprise.

Responsibilities:

• Assist counsel with drafting and preparation of patent, trademark, and copyright filings, responses, and other legal documents.
• Review marketing and business-area content (e.g., product names, taglines, copy, imagery, packaging, and web content) to identify potential IP issues and recommend next steps for attorney review.
• Monitor and evaluate trademark watch and clearance/infringement alert services; triage issues and provide timely summaries of potential risks and deadlines for attorney review.
• Draft cease and desist letters for infringement matters under attorney direction/supervision.
• Support UDRP matters, including domain/registrant research, assembling documentary evidence, drafting factual/procedural materials, and tracking deadlines for filings and responses.
• Conduct legal and factual research and prepare written summaries/analysis for attorney review.
• Respond to inquiries from internal departments and external associates.
• Use IP docketing and case management systems (e.g., FoundationIP/Anaqua) and USPTO filing portals to manage matters and deadlines.
• May involve travel to job-related activities via driving a motor vehicle or by commercial transportation.
• Maintains paralegal competency by participation in continuing education programs.
• May work irregular hours, including weekends/holidays.

Required Qualifications:

• Paralegal degree/certificate (or equivalent education) and 3+ years Intellectual Proprerty experience.
• Deep understanding of patent/trademark filing lifecycles, including hands-on experience preparing/filing new applications (U.S. and foreign), drafting Office Action responses, and managing certain filings (e.g., patent Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), trademark Statements of use, and the like.
• Proven ability to monitor, maintain, and clear complex docketing deadlines.
• Demonstrated proficiency with USPTO electronic systems, including EFS-Web, Patent Center, and TEAS.
• Proficiency navigating the Copyright Office website and registration system.
• Familiarity with common IP and legal docketing tools (e.g. FoundationIP, Anaqua, CPI, etc).
• Experience performing IP risk reviews/clearance for business or marketing content, identifying potential trademark/copyright issues, and flagging matters for attorney review.
• Must comply with state paralegal codes (if applicable) and the Code of Professional Responsibility governing lawyer conduct and must strictly observe the department's confidential relationship with the client/employer.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Significant attention to detail; strong critical thinking skills and judgment.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Experience working in high-volume docket/prosecution environments.
• Experience collaborating with prosecution teams and managing outside counsel requests.
• Awareness and use of AI/GenAI tools.

Additional Details:

• Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately. State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.

Our Benefits:

• State Farm values work-life balance and offers competitive compensation!
• Potential starting salary range: $59,400 - $110,000
  • Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
  • High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
•  Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary

At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!

• Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
• Stay Well! Focus on you and your family’s health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
• Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
• Plan Ahead! Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
• Take a Little “You” Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
• Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
• Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.

Visit our State Farm Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations, and the hiring process of joining the State Farm team!

Apply online at:
https://www.click2apply.net/zV11dOHdJEnjVInPKsAmEV

Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

We offer hybrid work arrangements out of our Portland, Oregon office. A fully remote position may be considered at the discretion of the firm.

Klarquist professionals could practice anywhere; at the largest law firms and companies, and in the largest cities. They chose Klarquist to pursue both their passion for law and their passion for life. Our reputation for excellence and emphasis on maintaining a work/life balance attracts experienced attorneys from large general practice firms as well as IP boutiques, and appeals to top students from national and local law schools.

Employee Benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan and profit sharing
• Comprehensive health care plan, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Long and short-term disability coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Pre-tax transit and flexible spending accounts

Apply online at:

https://klarquist.com/about/careers/biotechnology-patent-agent/

Note, you will be asked to submit the following materials while filling out your application: Cover letter Current resume Writing Sample Transcripts

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Portland, Oregon

Our ideal candidates will have a technical background in electrical/computer science engineering who has prosecution experience in: (1) artificial intelligence technologies, machine learning, and neural processing; and/or (2) semiconductor devices and integrated circuits, semiconductor fabrication and manufacturing processes, and electromenchnical devices. Those with a different technical background but 2+ years of preparing and prosecuting these cases may also apply.

The ideal candidates are highly driven, team players, and motivated to provide top-quality work products for the firm and the firm’s clients. Ability speak Korean is not required but may act as a plus.

We use a hybrid remote working schedule with the option to work from home office once fully off review. Candidates residing outside of MD/DC/VA area must apply for Contractor position. Residence of MD/DC/VA may apply for Contractor or W2 position. Contractor or part-time Contractor position applicant must demonstrate his/her ability take assignment with minimal supervision.

Please submit two writing samples with your resume. Writing samples should be unedited and may include responses to Office Actions, Appeal Briefs, or any other materials otherwise not confidential. All inquiries will be held strictly confidential. Please, no recruiters at this time.

Job Type: Full-time W2 or Contractor

W2 Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule: 8-hour shift for full-time employees

License/Certification:

• Bar (Preferred but not required); USPTO Bar/Agent (Required or must qualify to sit for the bar)

Work Location:

• Hybrid/Remote Work

Apply via email to:

hiring@nsiplaw.com

Please submit a resume, sample office action responses, and writing samples with your submission.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Washington D.C.

We are growing rapidly, and we need hard-working people to keep our enterprise at the leading edge of innovation. Our legal team works shoulder-to-shoulder with the technology team, from the conception of a new idea until the moment the patent is received. The end result is an industry-recognized portfolio, with global reach, at the core of next-generation tech.

Cross-training is what separates Ofinno from other R&D labs. We challenge our attorneys and agents to master the technical concepts underlying our inventors’ ideas. At the same time, our legal team is expected to educate our inventors on the legal aspects of intellectual property. Ofinno’s culture of mutual learning and collaboration is unique among R&D labs, and absolutely can not be duplicated at a law firm.

Job Description:

The open position is for a Patent Attorney. Ofinno has a similar position for a Patent Agent. Depending on skills and experience, the applicant may be considered for a role as Senior Patent Attorney or Senior Patent Agent.
The Patent Attorney will report to the IP Director for 5G/6G at our offices in Reston, Virginia. The Patent Attorney’s primary responsibility is to prosecute patent applications, including patents for standard-essential technologies in the 5G/6G technology area.

Ofinno relies on our tech experts to help interpret the cited art and identify distinctions. Our legal team is able to focus on crafting persuasive arguments, which helps Ofinno to obtain quality patents on a compact schedule. Ofinno’s patent portfolio has global reach, and our legal team is responsible for coordinating prosecution strategies across multiple global jurisdictions.

Other responsibilities include:

• Reviewing patent applications
• Assisting with drafting of specifications, figures, and claims
• Assisting with filings and payments of fees
• Searching prior art for relevant subject matter
• Helping to prepare client presentations

Qualifications:
To fill the role of Patent Attorney, Ofinno is looking for an experienced candidate who is licensed to practice before a state bar and the USPTO. The candidate has an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, and has experience with 4G, 5G, 6G or Wi-Fi technology. Experience with European patent practice is a plus factor.

Additional Information
Our people are our business, and it is our job to take care of you. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on:

• Competitive salaries within the range of $120-180k for a Patent Attorney, and up to $225k for a Senior Patent Attorney, with regular opportunities for salary increase, and additional compensation based on company performance and valuation.
• 401(K) matching -- We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that’s available on day one.
• Free healthcare plans-- Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable.
• Free Food -- Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee and tea.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off -- Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations and personal time, so we offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave.
• On-campus gym -- Unwind, reduce stress and feel great – even when you’re at work.
•  Other benefits, too long to list -- Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered.
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

To join Ofinno, please submit a resume, cover letter, and some writing samples to https://ofinno.com/careers/.

The writing samples preferably include: (a) a patent application that you have written in the area of 4G, 5G, 6G or Wi-Fi technology; and (b) at least one response to a USPTO or EPO Office Action. For the Office Action Response, we are particularly interested in the persuasiveness of your arguments regarding novelty and non-obviousness. We would like to see your best arguments regarding novelty or non-obviousness (for example, without relying on substantive claim amendments to overcome a rejection). Please do not provide Office Action responses that are primarily focused on 35 U.S.C. § 101 or 112.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: Reston

• $65-$125/hr
• 10 hr/week minimum, and you can work more if you want
• Fully remote, contract (1099)
• A short assessment to get started

Who we're looking for: US-licensed patent attorneys with strong analysis and writing skills.

To apply, email your resume and LinkedIn profile to professionals@lawtrades.com.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Other
Job Location: Remote