Explore Patent Counsel Jobs

Patent Counsel professionals help organizations protect and strategically manage their inventions and other intellectual property. Browse vetted Patent Counsel opportunities on Ladders, including roles with compensation of $100,000 or more at companies seeking experienced legal and technical talent.

What Does a Patent Counsel Do?

Patent Counsel advises businesses on patent rights throughout the innovation lifecycle. Responsibilities may include developing patent strategies, overseeing application preparation and prosecution, assessing patentability, managing outside counsel, and advising on intellectual property risks. The scope of a role varies by organization, industry, and seniority.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a law degree, admission to a relevant bar, and substantial experience with patent law. Depending on the position, candidates may also need a technical or scientific background and experience with patent prosecution, licensing, portfolio management, freedom-to-operate analysis, or litigation support. Strong communication and business judgment are valuable when translating complex legal issues for technical and executive teams.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Patent Counsel roles can be found across technology, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and other innovation-driven sectors. Job titles and responsibilities vary; opportunities may include in-house counsel positions, senior counsel roles, and leadership-level intellectual property positions.

Find Your Next Patent Counsel Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Patent Counsel jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, required qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to roles that align with your legal experience and career goals.

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$170K - $213K *

Manage and lead a team of legal professionals supporting complex commercial transactions and product development in Corporate Payments, ensuring compliance and risk management while fostering collabor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $285K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $125K *

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

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Overland Park, KSRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $181K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $250K *

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $110K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $145K *

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Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$242K - $303K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $199K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$142K - $168K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $300K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Patent Counsel do?question toggle

    Patent Counsel advises organizations on protecting and managing patent rights. Work may include patent strategy, application prosecution, portfolio management, licensing, and evaluation of intellectual property risks.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Patent Counsel jobs?question toggle

    Requirements often include a law degree, admission to a relevant bar, and experience with patent law. Some employers also seek a technical or scientific degree, patent prosecution experience, or expertise in a particular industry.

  • What industries hire Patent Counsel?question toggle

    Patent Counsel professionals work in many innovation-focused industries, including technology, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.

  • How can I find Patent Counsel jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Patent Counsel listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities.