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Patent Litigation Associate

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$235K - $390K/yr

Their nationally recognized patent litigation group represents both patent holders and alleged ... Their clients range from startups to established giants in the technology and life sciences ...

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Patent Litigation Associate

Washington, DC · On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Their nationally recognized patent litigation group represents both patent holders and alleged ... Their clients range from startups to established giants in the technology and life sciences ...

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Patent Litigation Associate

Santa Monica, CA · Hybrid

$235K - $390K/yr

Their nationally recognized patent litigation group represents both patent holders and alleged ... Their clients range from startups to established giants in the technology and life sciences ...

NxT Level

Patent Litigation Associate

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$235K - $390K/yr

Their nationally recognized patent litigation group represents both patent holders and alleged ... Their clients range from startups to established giants in the technology and life sciences ...

NxT Level

Patent Litigation Associate

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Their nationally recognized patent litigation group represents both patent holders and alleged ... Their clients range from startups to established giants in the technology and life sciences ...

NxT Level

Patent Litigation Associate

Washington, DC · On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Their nationally recognized patent litigation group represents both patent holders and alleged ... Their clients range from startups to established giants in the technology and life sciences ...

NxT Level

Patent Litigation Associate

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Their nationally recognized patent litigation group represents both patent holders and alleged ... Their clients range from startups to established giants in the technology and life sciences ...

NxT Level

Patent Litigation Associate

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Their nationally recognized patent litigation group represents both patent holders and alleged ... Their clients range from startups to established giants in the technology and life sciences ...

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Patent Associate

Boston, MA · On-site

A global and top 200 Am Law firm seeks an associate to join their Life Sciences Patent Group in their Boston office. The ideal candidate must have 1-5 years of patent prosecution experience with ...

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How much do life science patent paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for life science patent paralegal in the United States is $92,823.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Life Science Patent Paralegal vs Patent Agent?

AspectLife Science Patent ParalegalPatent Agent
CredentialsParalegal certification, life science or patent law experienceLaw degree, patent bar exam
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, patent firmsLegal firms, patent law practices, corporate legal teams
ResponsibilitiesPreparing patent documents, managing deadlines, supporting attorneysDrafting and prosecuting patent applications, legal analysis

While both roles support patent processes in the life sciences industry, a Life Science Patent Paralegal primarily assists attorneys with document preparation and administrative tasks, whereas a Patent Agent has the authority to file and prosecute patents independently after passing the patent bar exam.

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Infographic showing various Life Science Patent Paralegal job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $92,823 per year, or $44.6 per hour.

Patent Litigation Associate

Manhattan, NY • Hybrid

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$235K - $390K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

About our Client:

For over 50 years, Our Client has helped some of the world’s most recognized companies become, and remain, market leaders. From emerging enterprises to large public corporations, their team handles complex, innovative technology transactions for some of the most well-known and groundbreaking life sciences and technology companies in the United States and currently represent over 50% of technology companies valued at more than $8B in the US.

Their nationally recognized patent litigation group represents both patent holders and alleged infringers in federal jurisdictions throughout the United States, as well as in the Patent Office on parallel post-grant proceedings. Their clients range from startups to established giants in the technology and life sciences industries. Their attorneys’ depth of technical and scientific expertise, combined with the understanding of their clients’ business needs and related industries, allow them to adopt innovative strategies to obtain successful outcomes for their clients.

This is a Hybrid Position.

About the Position:

Our client is looking to add a Patent Litigation Associate to their team within One (1) to six (6) years of experience to their high tech and life sciences patent litigation practices for our New York, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Silicon Valley, Seattle, and Washington, DC offices.

Minimum Requirements:

  • 1+ years of Litigation Experience focused on Technology or Life Science Patents.
  • Superior academic credentials, excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
  • Passionate about working with technology or life science companies.

Compensation: $235,000 - $390,000

The base salary for a role depends on the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, certifications or licenses, and job location. Eligible employees may receive a performance-based discretionary bonus. More information on benefits and bonuses is available upon request.

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