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Junior Patent Attorney

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Junior IP Patent Attorney (Full Time In-House / Hybrid in Minneapolis Area)Latitude is partnering ... Latitude Contract Engagements & SecondmentsOutstanding attorneys and other legal professionals ...

The work performed by Serco Patent Classifiers supports a contract with the USPTO as well as related commercial patent search and analysis services. As a Patent Classifier, you will: * Be expected to ...

... contract drafting and negotiation * Ensure high-quality, timely delivery of work aligned with ... Patent and Trademark Office. * Advanced degree in chemistry or related field, with strong ...

SENIOR PATENT COUNSEL

San Diego, CA · On-site

$220K - $255K/yr

Senior Patent Counsel POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Patent Counsel (Organic Chemistry) will be ... Review assigned contracts for IP-related issues including licenses, MTA, RFOA, NDA and ...

SENIOR PATENT COUNSEL

San Diego, CA · On-site

$220K - $255K/yr

Senior Patent Counsel POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Patent Counsel (Organic Chemistry) will be ... Review assigned contracts for IP-related issues including licenses, MTA, RFOA, NDA and ...

Patent Agent

Richardson, TX · On-site

$103K - $135K/yr

Draft and prosecute patent applications in accordance with U.S. and foreign patent laws and ... Provide intellectual property support for commercial contracts. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR * Requires ...

Patent Agent

Richardson, TX · On-site

$103K - $135K/yr

Draft and prosecute patent applications in accordance with U.S. and foreign patent laws and ... Provide intellectual property support for commercial contracts. What We Are Looking For WHAT WE ARE ...

Patent Agent

Richardson, TX · On-site

$103K - $135K/yr

Draft and prosecute patent applications in accordance with U.S. and foreign patent laws and ... Provide intellectual property support for commercial contracts. What We Are Looking For WHAT WE ARE ...

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How much do contract patent jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract patent in the United States is $115,452.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,500.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the contract patent position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Patent professional, you need a solid understanding of patent law, intellectual property rights, and technical expertise in the relevant scientific or engineering discipline, often supported by a law degree or patent agent registration. Familiarity with legal research databases, patent management software, and filing systems such as USPTO PAIR is crucial. Exceptional analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication skills are highly valued in this role. These skills ensure precise patent drafting, effective client communication, and successful navigation of the complex patent application process.

What types of projects or inventions might a contract patent professional typically handle?

As a Contract Patent professional, you'll often work on a broad range of projects, including drafting and filing patent applications for inventions spanning from software and electronics to biotech and mechanical devices. Your clients may be individual inventors, startups, established companies, or research institutions seeking protection for their intellectual property. The specific technologies and projects you handle will depend on your technical background and the clientele you serve. This variety provides the opportunity to expand your expertise, collaborate with innovators, and address new legal and technical challenges regularly.

What is a contract patent?

A Contract Patent job involves working on a temporary or project-based basis to assist with patent-related tasks, such as drafting applications, conducting prior art searches, or managing intellectual property portfolios. Contract patent professionals can be patent attorneys, agents, or technical specialists hired by law firms or corporations on an as-needed basis. These roles provide flexibility but may not offer benefits or long-term job security.

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Infographic showing various Contract Patent job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 11% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,452 per year, or $55.5 per hour.

Junior Patent Attorney

Latitude

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Junior IP Patent Attorney (Full Time In-House / Hybrid in Minneapolis Area)Latitude is partnering with an established, innovation-driven company to identify an IP patent attorney to join its in-house legal team. This is a permanent position with a hybrid work schedule based at the company's headquarters in the Minneapolis area. This is an excellent opportunity for a registered patent attorney early in their career who is looking to work alongside experienced legal counsel while helping protect and strengthen an innovative company's intellectual property portfolio.In this role, you'll collaborate with attorneys, engineers, and business leaders to support a broad range of patent and IP matters while gaining valuable in-house experience in a collaborative, business-focused environment.Basic Requirements of Junior IP Patent Attorney (Full Time In-House / Hybrid in Minneapolis Area):J.D. from an accredited law schoolRegistered Patent Attorney admitted to practice before the USPTO, with at least 1 year of experienceEngineering or science undergraduate degreeExperience conducting patentability analyses and drafting patent applicationsDemonstrated ability to analyze legal issues and develop practical, business-oriented solutionsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work effectively both independently and collaborativelyStrong organizational skills and attention to detailExperience with IP licensing or related agreements is a plusPosition Details of Junior IP Patent Attorney (Full Time In-House / Hybrid in Minneapolis Area):Type of role: Permanent In-House CounselSchedule: Full-TimeLocation: Hybrid (Minneapolis, MN)Compensation:Pay: The salary range for this role is $120,000 to $160,00. This position is also eligible for a bonus. Pay is based on multiple factors including but not limited to work experience, qualifications, credentials, and location.Benefits: In addition to pay, a competitive benefits package is also provided, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) and leave.ConfidentialityLatitude will not propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.About LatitudeLatitude is a full-service flexible legal talent company serving corporate legal departments and law firms nationwide. From Fortune Global 100 companies to start-ups and Global 50 law firms to boutiques, clients turn to us for top-tier attorneys and other legal professionals.Latitude specializes in providing highly skilled former in-house counsel and Big Law attorneys for flexible contract engagements and permanent positions in dozens of practice areas, including commercial contracting, data privacy, M&A, employment, litigation, and more.Founded in 2013, Latitude is a Chambers and Partners globally ranked flexible legal staffing company.Latitude Contract Engagements & SecondmentsOutstanding attorneys and other legal professionals choose Latitude for contract, consulting, and secondment opportunities because we offer competitive compensation and benefits, sophisticated and engaging work, access to work with top-tier clients and peers, and a refreshing blend of freedom with self-designed boundaries. Our own experience as practicing attorneys and our client relationships enable us to effectively tailor our candidate proposals to the specific practice strengths and interpersonal attributes that matter most to our clients and to match our candidates with the opportunities that will be most fulfilling to them.Our Specialty: Highly Skilled Contract Attorneys. Latitude Attorneys have the level of skill, experience, and judgment as would be expected of a permanent member of our client’s corporate legal department or law firm and the versatility to step into challenging environments and hit the ground running. Latitude Attorneys serve on a full- or part-time contract basis, and work remotely or on-site at the client office.Permanent PositionsOutstanding legal professionals who are seeking permanent positions choose to work with Latitude because of our deep market knowledge, career advocacy and extensive client base. Our own practice experience and client relationships enable us to effectively tailor our candidate proposals to the specific practice strengths and interpersonal attributes that matter most to our clients and to match our candidates with the opportunities that will be most fulfilling to them.FAQ:Q: What other legal jobs do you have?A: If you’re interested in working with Latitude but do not think this particular legal job is the right one for you, we encourage you to explore our other open opportunities or fill out a General Application by visiting us at https://jobs.latitudelegal.com/s/Q: Should I apply for this specific position if I have previously applied for another Latitude position?A: Yes, it is better to apply to each Latitude job for which you are qualified and interested so that we immediately know of your interest in that specific role. This also enables you to share additional information about your qualifications or interest specific to each role. If you do not meet all of the qualifications for a position but think you would still be highly effective in the role, it can be helpful to include a brief explanation in your application.Q: How can I reduce the risk of missing Latitude’s email inviting me to interview for this position?A: Please safe-list Latitude’s URL domain name (latitudelegal.com) in your spam filter so that an email from one of our recruiters does not get caught in your spam folder. Our recruiters will never contact you by email from a URL other than latitudelegal.comQ: My current legal team needs help. How can I see some Latitude candidates for my legal team?A: The fastest way is to submit the very short form on our website contact page. A member of our client services team will be back in touch with you very fast to learn more about your need so we can provide you with on point candidates to consider.For more information about Latitude, please visit us at https://latitudelegal.com.Follow Latitude on LinkedInSee More Latitude JobsSee Complimentary Latitude ResourcesFind a Great Attorney or Other Legal Professional for your Legal TeamThank you for your interest in Latitude!Latitude is an Equal Opportunity Employer.LATMN#LI-KR1Job Number 16151 #J-18808-Ljbffr