Patent Associate Jobs

Discover top-tier patent associate jobs in renowned companies with Ladders. These roles often involve reviewing invention disclosures, conducting patent searches, and preparing US and international patent applications.

About Becoming a Patent Associate

Patent associates are integral to companies that rely on inventions and patents. They help protect intellectual property and ensure legal compliance.

Career Progression and Salary

With the right experience and credentials, patent associates can progress within their careers and often earn upwards of $100000.

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$235K - $260K *

Drive impactful litigation strategies and foster client relations in diverse cases ranging from complex commercial disputes to white collar criminal defense, while enhancing the team’s reputation and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Join us to drive operational excellence in a strategic management role, collaborating closely with firm leadership and attorneys to enhance performance, allocate resources, and foster talent developme...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $100K *

Elevate your legal career by handling diverse personal injury cases in a forward-thinking environment. Join a supportive team focused on professional growth and excellence in litigation across state a...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$158K - $246K *

Drive the global IP strategy for major platforms. Lead complex patent practices, provide strategic counsel to leadership, and influence cross-functional teams for cohesive IP solutions aligned with bu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Transform corporate legal support as you manage and execute critical tasks in venture financing and governance. Collaborate with attorneys while overseeing paralegals to ensure accuracy and compliance...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $180K *

Champion innovative patent strategies and counsel leaders on IP management. Enjoy a dynamic role advising on intellectual property, drafting agreements, and conducting legal research, while collaborat...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$224K - $300K *

Advance your career by partnering with Senior Management to manage critical legal functions, including contracts, transactions, and M&A. Leverage your expertise to support diverse business areas and d...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $250K *

Lead the design of AI-native legal systems, transforming workflows into executable outputs while codifying legal expertise for optimal AI integration and performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $250K *

Optimize legal workflows by designing AI systems that translate expertise into executable outputs, while codifying knowledge and evaluating quality to enhance efficiency and repeatability in the legal...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$122K - $168K *

Unlock potential by providing expert legal support on commercial contracts, ensuring compliance and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to navigate complex legal challenges...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $130K *

Join a collaborative team to lead the management of intellectual property portfolio, including patents and trademarks. Drive innovation through strategic planning and support key stakeholders in align...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $130K *

Transform the intellectual property landscape by leading innovative strategies, managing patents and trademarks, and collaborating across departments to protect and enhance DPC's technology and brand...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in financial services litigation. Leverage your legal expertise and litigation experience in a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$159K - $179K *

Join a team that's essential in navigating transportation law and supporting environmental, energy, and infrastructure initiatives. Collaborate with senior legal professionals and clients, driving imp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $115K *

Support legal operations by managing compliance, drafting contracts, and liaising with regulatory bodies to ensure adherence to licensing requirements while fostering collaboration across departments...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic legal team to handle diverse employment law cases, including litigation and arbitration. Engage with clients and take on leadership roles while tackling significant responsibilities in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a senior counsel, supporting corporate and commercial matters. Collaborate with finance and business teams, enhance legal processes, and manage contracts in a dynamic, fast-pa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$128K - $166K *

Advance in your career by supporting M&A transactions and corporate governance as a key member of the in-house Corporate Legal team, coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring compliance across legal...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$128K - $166K *

Optimize Corporate legal support by efficiently managing M&A transactions, governance, and compliance activities, while collaborating across departments to ensure adherence to legal requirements and e...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$205K - $341K *

Transform our patent strategy while collaborating with R&D teams to safeguard and advance innovative therapeutic molecules. Lead patent activities in the Immunology & Inflammation area, overseeing a d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Champion litigation excellence by collaborating with seasoned attorneys to develop your legal skills and gain valuable hands-on experience while contributing to impactful casework in a supportive team...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Join our team as a Senior Employment Paralegal to drive compliance, enhance processes, and support employment law initiatives in a rapidly evolving tech landscape while fostering collaboration with cr...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K *

Engage with diverse legal matters in consumer protection as you manage a dynamic caseload, drafting essential documents and communicating with clients and colleagues. Your expertise will drive efficie...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's enhancing compliance processes across the Americas region. This role supports legal and ethical standards while promoting adherence to regulations. Collaborate with various departme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$310K - $390K *

Accelerate progress at a leading Private Client practice, advising ultra-high-net-worth clients on complex estate planning, tax strategies, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a patent associate do?question toggle

    A patent associate is responsible for reviewing invention disclosures, conducting patent searches, drafting and filing patent applications, and other activities that protect a company's intellectual property.

  • What are the qualifications for a patent associate job?question toggle

    Typically, a patent associate requires a degree in law and a technical background. The individual should also have successfully passed the USPTO registration examination.

  • What is the average salary for a patent associate?question toggle

    Although salaries can vary, patent associates often earn a six-figure income, especially when working in top-tier companies.

  • What type of companies hire patent associates?question toggle

    Most commonly, industries involving technology, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, software, and other fields that rely heavily on invention and patenting.