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JBT Marel Corporation

Patent Attorney

Apex, NC · Hybrid

Patent Attorney Development-oriented and visionary company is looking for a Patent Attorney. Are ... Excellent work life balance , including 42 vacation days , flexible working hours, and hybrid ...

Price Benowitz LLP

Family Law Attorney

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$100K - $249K/yr

About Price Benowitz, LLP At Price Benowitz, LLP, we are committed to delivering exceptional legal services while fostering a flexible, entrepreneurial environment for our attorneys. As a mid-sized ...

Price Benowitz LLP

Family Law Attorney

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$100K - $249K/yr

About Price Benowitz, LLP At Price Benowitz, LLP, we are committed to delivering exceptional legal services while fostering a flexible, entrepreneurial environment for our attorneys. As a mid-sized ...

Hall Booth Smith PC

Associate Attorney

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

C. (HBS) is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its expanding Civil Litigation practice group ... flexible time off plans encompassing accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, paid ...

Jobot

Personal Injury Attorney

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$130K - $170K/yr

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) * Short-term life insurance and group life insurance provided by ... The attorney will manage cases from intake through resolution, working closely with clients ...

Hall Booth Smith PC

Associate Attorney

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

C. is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Health Care and Professional Liability team. This ... flexible time off plans encompassing accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, paid ...

Triangle Smart Divorce

Family Law Lawyer

Cary, NC · On-site

Description This role is in Wake County, NC Are you an experienced Family Law Attorney who is ... Want a flexible work environment that is family-friendly? Would you like a better work/life balance?

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How much do flexible attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for flexible attorney in Raleigh, NC is $95,585.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,700.00 and $116,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Flexible Attorney vs Contract Attorney?

AspectFlexible AttorneyContract Attorney
CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, relevant experienceLaw degree, bar admission, specialized experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentVaries; can include law firms, corporate legal departments, or freelanceTypically hired for specific projects or durations, often remotely
Employer UsageUsed by law firms, corporations, and solo practitioners seeking flexible legal supportPrimarily used by law firms and legal agencies for temporary or project-based work

Flexible Attorneys and Contract Attorneys both require legal credentials and often work in similar environments. However, Flexible Attorneys usually have a broader scope of ongoing or part-time work, while Contract Attorneys are hired for specific projects or durations. Both roles serve as flexible legal support options for various employers.

What is a flexible attorney?

A flexible attorney is a legal professional who works in a non-traditional, adaptable manner, often with variable hours, remote work options, or on a project-by-project basis. This arrangement allows attorneys to better balance work with personal commitments, pursue multiple interests, or support clients who require legal assistance on a temporary or part-time basis. Flexible attorneys may work as independent contractors, through legal staffing agencies, or as part of a firm's flexible work program. This role is becoming increasingly popular as the legal industry embraces more adaptable work models.

What are the typical expectations for availability and workload management as a flexible attorney?

As a Flexible Attorney, you'll often have the opportunity to choose assignments that fit your schedule and expertise, but this also means you need to be proactive about managing your workload and communicating your availability. Many legal teams will expect you to respond promptly to new project opportunities and meet deadlines independently. The role often requires adaptability, as you may collaborate with different teams or adjust to varying workflows depending on the client or case. Staying organized and maintaining clear communication with supervising attorneys and colleagues are key to succeeding in this flexible environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flexible attorney?

To thrive as a Flexible Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, an active law license, and strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills. Familiarity with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management software, and document review tools is typically required. Excellent time management, adaptability, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for handling varied assignments and collaborating with remote teams. These skills and qualities enable attorneys to efficiently deliver high-quality legal work across diverse case types and rapidly changing client needs.
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Infographic showing various Flexible Attorney job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,585 per year, or $46 per hour.

Patent Attorney

JBT Marel Corporation

Apex, NC • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

🚀 We're Hiring: Patent Attorney

Development-oriented and visionary company is looking for a Patent Attorney. Are you experienced within IP and a self-driven person?

📍 Location: JBT Marel Boxmeer

🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid

💼 Department: Poultry - Innovation

💥 Lead the Future of Work at JBT Marel

Are you highly motivated by the prospect of playing an influential role in building a strong global IP organisation?

JBT Marel is looking for a Patent Attorney who can work in close cooperation with the innovation teams in order to support the JBT Marel future innovation strategy.

Due to recent growth, we want to strengthen our In-house Patent team with a skilled and strong Patent Attorney. In this position you will have a decisive influence on strengthening the framework of our Global IP organisation. The Patent team is part of our Global Innovation organisation and you will achieve a profound knowledge of and insight into our product range and the R&D organisation.

🔍 About the Role

As Patent Attorney your main responsibility will be to manage a part of the patent portfolio of JBT Marel. Together with internal collaborators and external strategic partners, you will work on developing a global IP strategy. Globally, you will have 10 skilled and dedicated Patent and Trademark colleagues.

🧠 What You'll Do

Within the innovation group:

  • Discussing inventions and processes with inventors and assess their patentability
  • Patent surveillance, including monitoring competitor patent portfolio
  • Identification of inventions, patent application drafting, patent prosecution, drafting office action responses, managing a global patent portfolio relating to a technology
  • Working with patent attorneys worldwide in defending and enforcing patents
  • Conducting strategic IP due diligence, including analysing third-party patent portfolios to identify competitors and/or potential collaborators
  • Participate in opposition and appeal proceedings at the EPO
  • Conducting freedom to operate studies
  • Contributing to build up a strong Global IP organisation within our global forum
🛠 What You Bring

We encourage each of our 12,000+ employees to bring their unique self to work and aim to make everyone feel recognized, valued and free to explore their potential. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture and welcome new colleagues from all walks of life.

You have gained intellectual property experience, either in industry or in private practice, preferably as a European or nationally qualified patent attorney. It will be an advantage if you have technical competences in the field of engineering or in physics.

  • Profound understanding of scientific and technological principles and processes
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Dutch
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate on all levels and across profession as well as express complex technical ideas in a clear and concise way, and to structure precise, coherent arguments
  • Attention to detail and analytically skilled, with instant progress and improvement in mind
  • Self-motivated and self-driven, wanting to develop yourself and your surroundings
  • You are a team player who enjoys bring a part of an international team, thereby contributing to the overall worldwide success of the company

As a part of our Global IP team, there will be some travelling involved.

🏬 Why Join Us?

There's nothing like the feeling you get when you do something worthwhile for a living. That said, coming home from work knowing you made a difference is just one of the great things you can experience at JBT Marel. You can expect:

  • Freedom to form your role and define your added value to the organization
  • Freedom to take initiative and make a real impact in a growing global business
  • An environment of trust and respect with space to explore and fail
  • A collaborative, inclusive team culture with international cooperation
  • Continuous learning through our advanced learning platform, with unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and Busuu language learning
  • All the tools you need to succeed: laptop, iPhone, and a fully equipped home office
  • Excellent work life balance, including 42 vacation days, flexible working hours, and hybrid working options
  • A strong pension plan and collective health insurance options
  • An environment built on trust and respect, with room to explore, learn, and even fail
  • To get a career instead of a job. We have many opportunities for internal growth; and we encourage it!
📩 How to Apply

We're excited to learn how you can contribute to our mission of smarter, safer food inspection. Apply now and join a team transforming the future of food processing.

📧Questions? Contact:Maarten Krepel-maarten.krepel@jbtmarel.com

🌐Learn more at: jbtmarel.com

🔗Follow us onLinkedIn

Connect with Talent Acquisition Specialist: www.linkedin.com/in/maartenkrepel

JBT Marel is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Join us - and be the driving force behind smarter, leaner food production.

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