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Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Washington, DC · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

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We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Houston, TX · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

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We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

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  • PTO

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell LLP

Patent Agent

Saint Louis, MO · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Providence, RI · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell LLP

Patent Agent

Houston, TX · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell LLP

Patent Agent

Denver, CO · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell LLP

Patent Agent

Kansas City, MO · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Dallas, TX · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Nashville, TN · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Chattanooga, TN · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell LLP

Patent Agent

Austin, TX · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell LLP

Patent Agent

Oakland, CA · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Boston, MA · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Madison, WI · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Milwaukee, WI · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We have an immediate opening for a Patent Agent with three or more (preferably 6+) years of ... The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $100,000- $170,000.

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time patent agent 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 is the difference between Full Time Patent Agent vs Patent Attorney?

AspectFull Time Patent AgentPatent Attorney
CredentialsPatent Bar Exam, technical degreePatent Bar Exam, law degree, bar admission
Work EnvironmentPatent law firms, corporate IP departmentsLaw firms, corporate legal teams
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in patent prosecution, IP firms, tech companiesPatent prosecution, litigation, legal counseling

While both Full Time Patent Agents and Patent Attorneys handle patent applications and prosecution, Patent Attorneys have law degrees and can represent clients in legal matters, including litigation. Patent Agents focus on patent prosecution and have passed the Patent Bar but do not hold a law degree. The choice depends on whether legal representation or patent prosecution is the primary need.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Patent Agent job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,452 per year, or $55.5 per hour.

Patent Agent

McGuireWoods LLP

Los Angeles, CA • Hybrid

Full-time

PTO

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

Overview

McGuireWoods LLP is seeking a Patent Agent to join our team. The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions received from the USPTO, and handle routine correspondence with the USPTO. The ideal candidate must be registered with the USPTO, have a degree in Software Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Chemistry, and experience and interest preparing patent applications.

McGuireWoods, one of the world's leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.

Responsibilities
  • Writes new patent applications for filing at USPTO.
  • Analyzes and revises patent agreements and assists with appeals, inferences, reexaminations, interviews and reissues.
  • Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing.
  • Drafts responses to USPTO office actions.
  • Performs patentability and freedom-to-operate searches, publication clearance reviews and assists in maintaining an active prosecution docket.
Qualifications
  • Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of three years of experience drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications in the USPTO for an intellectual property law firm. 
  • Must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO).
  • Must have excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or confidential communications.
  • Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work under time restraints and deadlines.
  • Interest in using innovative AI technology, including Harvey and Copilot, to support efficient high-impact work.

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