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Unified Patents

Senior Patent Counsel

Washington, DC · On-site +1

... Contract, licensing, and other legal support services Legal writing, support, and other various ... Patent Registration Examination passage Ability to work independently and in a team Excellent ...

Unified Patents

Senior Patent Counsel

Washington, DC · Remote

... Contract, licensing, and other legal support services Legal writing, support, and other various ... Patent Registration Examination passage Ability to work independently and in a team Excellent ...

Unified Patents

Senior Patent Counsel

Washington, DC · On-site +1

... Contract, licensing, and other legal support services Legal writing, support, and other various ... Patent Registration Examination passage Ability to work independently and in a team Excellent ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Baltimore, MD

$110K - $210K/yr

Exposure to IP due diligence, licensing, and transactional work. * Familiarity with post-grant proceedings, including IPRs and oppositions. * Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Aurora, CO

$110K - $210K/yr

Exposure to IP due diligence, licensing, and transactional work. * Familiarity with post-grant proceedings, including IPRs and oppositions. * Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and ...

Texas Instruments

Patent Attorney

Dallas, TX

Providing legal counsel on patent-related matters, including infringement and licensing. Exciting Aspects of the Job: * Technology Immersion: You will have the ability to cultivate a profound ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Houston, TX

$110K - $210K/yr

Exposure to IP due diligence, licensing, and transactional work. * Familiarity with post-grant proceedings, including IPRs and oppositions. * Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Boston, MA

$110K - $210K/yr

Exposure to IP due diligence, licensing, and transactional work. * Familiarity with post-grant proceedings, including IPRs and oppositions. * Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Eastover, SC

$110K - $210K/yr

Exposure to IP due diligence, licensing, and transactional work. * Familiarity with post-grant proceedings, including IPRs and oppositions. * Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and ...

Robert Half

Patent Paralegal

Southfield, MI · Remote

$38 - $44/hr

... as licensing or acquisitions. • Schedule and coordinate patent committee meetings, including related materials and follow-up actions. • Experience supporting patent prosecution matters for U.S ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Greenville, SC

$110K - $210K/yr

Exposure to IP due diligence, licensing, and transactional work. * Familiarity with post-grant proceedings, including IPRs and oppositions. * Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Raleigh, NC

$110K - $210K/yr

Exposure to IP due diligence, licensing, and transactional work. * Familiarity with post-grant proceedings, including IPRs and oppositions. * Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Matthews, NC

$110K - $210K/yr

Exposure to IP due diligence, licensing, and transactional work. * Familiarity with post-grant proceedings, including IPRs and oppositions. * Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and ...

Dickinson Wright

Patent Agent

Denver, CO · On-site

Review, assess and evaluate purchase of patents or patent licensing from third party offers; * Review patent issues in mergers and acquisitions; * Maintain and manage database relating to all patent ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for license 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.

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A license patent refers to a legal agreement in which the owner of a patent (the licensor) grants permission to another party (the licensee) to use, produce, or sell the patented invention. This arrangement allows the licensee to benefit from the protected technology while the patent owner typically receives royalties or other compensation. License patents are commonly used in industries like pharmaceuticals, technology, and manufacturing to promote innovation and collaboration without transferring ownership of the patent itself.

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To thrive as a Patent Licensing Specialist, you need a strong background in intellectual property law, patent portfolio management, and a relevant degree in law, engineering, or science. Familiarity with IP management software, patent databases, and sometimes certifications like Registered Patent Agent or Attorney are typical. Excellent negotiation, analytical thinking, and communication skills help foster successful licensing agreements and collaborations. These skills are vital for maximizing the value of intellectual property assets and ensuring compliance in a competitive legal and business environment.

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Professionals in License Patent roles often encounter challenges such as negotiating complex licensing agreements, staying updated with evolving intellectual property laws, and balancing the interests of multiple stakeholders, including inventors, legal teams, and business units. Effective communication and strong attention to detail are crucial for ensuring that agreements are both legally sound and commercially viable. To address these challenges, it’s helpful to foster strong relationships with R&D and legal departments, continuously update legal knowledge, and develop negotiation skills through ongoing professional development.

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Required CredentialsPatent attorney or agent license, technical degreeEngineering or scientific degree, exam certification
Work EnvironmentLegal and technical consulting, client interactionsGovernment agency, patent office, review of applications
Industry UsageLegal firms, corporations, patent agenciesPatent offices, government agencies

License Patent professionals focus on securing and licensing patents through legal and technical expertise, often working with clients. Patent Examiners review patent applications to determine patentability, working within government patent offices. While both roles require technical knowledge, License Patents emphasize legal licensing, whereas Patent Examiners focus on application evaluation.

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Electrical Patent Attorney/Agent - Associate/Agent

Electrical Patent Attorney/Agent - Associate/Agent

Birch Stewart Kolasch & Birch LLP

Vienna, VA • On-site, Remote

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Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Electrical Patent Attorney/Agent – Associate/Agent

Washington, DC Metro Area

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch, LLP, an internationally recognized intellectual property law firm located near Mosaic District in Vienna, VA, has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and highly skilled Patent Attorney to join our team on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

  • Prosecution of patent applications for leading global technology companies
  • Collaboration with clients and other professionals
  • Conducting case discussions with clients
  • Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in patent law

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree and/or Master of Science in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent
  • One to three years of substantial patent prosecution experience as a licensed patent attorney/patent agent at a U.S. law firm or in-house in the technical field of semiconductor manufacturing, telecommunication, digital/analog signal processing, artificial intelligence, software, and/or circuit design, etc.
  • Registration to practice before the USPTO
  • Strong technical writing and analytical skills
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Fluency in Taiwanese Mandarin and extensive knowledge of Taiwan business culture strongly preferred.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, and vision insurance. Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Positive and collaborative team environment
  • Remote working possibility in VA and some nearby states
  • Walking distance to Dunn Loring-Merrifield metro station

About BSKB:

Since 1976, BSKB has been providing a full range of intellectual property law services to clients in the areas of patent prosecution, post-grant review, litigation, opinions and counseling, design patents, trademarks and licensing. Our knowledgeable attorneys and agents hold advanced degrees and are experienced in the fields of chemistry, electronics and IT, mechanical engineering and life sciences/biotechnology.

We believe in offering every client quality, personalized service, and are committed to educating our clients to help them make the most of their intellectual property. BSKB has a rich tradition of offering seminars on intellectual property law that have been attended by practitioners from around the world.

For more information, visit bskb.com.  

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