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Jr Patent Docketer/IP Assistant

Washington, DC · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

The Jr Patent Docketer/IP Assistant will support the legal team by managing patent documentation and ensuring accurate docketing. This role is essential for maintaining efficient workflows and ...

Kim IP

Legal Assistant

Voorhees Township, NJ · On-site

$20 - $27/hr

Primary Responsibilities Legal & Administrative Support * Assist attorneys with patent, trademark, and copyright matters. * Prepare, proofread, format, and organize legal documents and correspondence.

Womble Bond Dickinson

Patent Assistant

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$57K - $107K/yr

The Patent Assistant will support members of the Intellectual Property Practice Group focused on patent prosecution and is responsible for assisting senior patent prosecution staff in supporting ...

Womble Bond Dickinson

Patent Coordinator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Provide legal administrative support for patent prosecution (e.g., working with attorneys and patent agents to prepare and file prosecution papers, including US filings) * Attend to various patent ...

Womble Bond Dickinson

Patent Coordinator

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$78K - $91K/yr

Provide legal administrative support for patent prosecution (e.g., working with attorneys and patent agents to prepare and file prosecution papers, including US filings) * Attend to various patent ...

Copeland

Patent Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · Hybrid

We are seeking a Patent Engineer to support our intellectual property (IP) function by working closely with engineering and legal teams toidentify, evaluate, and protect new innovations. This role is ...

Copeland

Patent Engineer

Sidney, OH · Hybrid

We are seeking a Patent Engineer to support our intellectual property (IP) function by working closely with engineering and legal teams toidentify, evaluate, and protect new innovations. This role is ...

Addison Group

IP Legal Assistant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

Prepare, review, and file patent and trademark applications, renewals, and prosecution documents for both U.S. and international matters. * Draft, edit, and proofread legal correspondence, filing ...

Addison Group

IP Legal Assistant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

Prepare, review, and file patent and trademark applications, renewals, and prosecution documents for both U.S. and international matters. * Draft, edit, and proofread legal correspondence, filing ...

LHH US

IP Legal Assistant

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

... Legal Assistant. This full time position is ideal for a legal professional with experience ... Coordinate patent and trademark filings with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and ...

LHH US

IP Legal Assistant

Pittsburgh, PA

$60K - $80K/yr

... Legal Assistant. This full time position is ideal for a legal professional with experience ... Coordinate patent and trademark filings with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and ...

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How much do patent legal assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for patent legal assistant in the United States is $117,945.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $156,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patent legal assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patent Legal Assistant, you need a solid understanding of intellectual property law, strong organizational skills, and typically an associate's degree or paralegal certificate. Familiarity with patent filing systems like USPTO’s EFS-Web, docketing software, and legal research tools is important. Excellent attention to detail, communication, and time management skills help ensure accuracy and efficiency in preparing complex legal documents. These competencies are essential to support patent attorneys effectively, maintain compliance, and facilitate timely patent filings.

What are some common challenges faced by patent legal assistants when managing multiple patent filings simultaneously?

Patent Legal Assistants often juggle numerous deadlines, clients, and documentation requirements for multiple patent filings at once. The complexity arises from tracking varying deadlines for different jurisdictions, ensuring accurate and timely submission of documents, and maintaining clear communication with attorneys, inventors, and clients. Staying highly organized and utilizing effective docketing systems are crucial strategies for managing these demands. Additionally, strong attention to detail is essential to avoid costly errors or missed deadlines that could impact a client's intellectual property rights.

What is a patent legal assistant?

Patent Legal Assistants, also known as patent paralegals, support patent attorneys and agents in preparing, filing, and managing patent applications. They handle administrative tasks such as maintaining patent records, tracking deadlines, and communicating with clients and government agencies like the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Their work ensures the patent application process runs smoothly and complies with legal requirements, allowing attorneys to focus on more complex legal matters. Patent Legal Assistants often have specialized training or experience in intellectual property law.

What does a patent legal assistant do?

A patent legal assistant performs administrative and research-related duties for attorneys. As a legal assistant, your role is to help prepare legal documents and patent applications, proofread them before filing, perform background research to provide lawyers and their clients with a list of options for possible avenues to pursue, whether it is to preserve a patent, file a new one, or assess whether a competitor has violated the clients’ patent rights. You typically maintain detailed records of a case and report to a paralegal or an attorney.

What is the difference between Patent Legal Assistant vs Patent Paralegal?

AspectPatent Legal AssistantPatent Paralegal
CredentialsTypically requires a legal assistant certification or paralegal certificateOften holds a paralegal certification or degree
Work EnvironmentLegal offices, law firms specializing in intellectual propertyLaw firms, corporate legal departments, patent firms
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in patent law practicesUsed interchangeably with Patent Legal Assistant in many settings
Job FocusAssists with patent application processes, legal document preparationSupports patent prosecution, legal research, and document management

While both roles support patent law activities, a Patent Legal Assistant often focuses more on administrative and procedural tasks, whereas a Patent Paralegal may handle more substantive legal work. The titles are frequently used interchangeably, but understanding their specific responsibilities can help in job searches and career planning.

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Director, Legal Patent Litigation

Advanced Micro Devices

Austin, TX • On-site

$220 - $320/hr

Other

Posted 26 days ago

Advanced Micro Devices rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 156 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Welcome to the Director of Patent Litigation role at AMD Law Department.

The Role

The AMD Law Department is seeking a Director of Patent Litigation to support and manage the company’s defensive patent litigation team. This role will report to the Sr. Director of Intellectual Property and focus on U.S. and international disputes, including district court litigation, ITC proceedings, and related actions.

The Director will lead the patent litigation team and work closely with other internal teams and outside counsel to assess risk, develop litigation strategies, and manage ongoing matters in alignment with AMD’s business objectives. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong judgement, collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple matters effectively.

The Person
  • Strong communicator with ability to simplify complex legal and technical concepts
  • Practical, solution-oriented, and collaborative.
  • Organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
  • Exercises sound judgment and knows when to elevate issues.
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally with legal, engineering, finance and business teams.
  • Curious and adaptable, with interest in new technologies.
Responsibilities
  • Manage and support defensive patent litigation matters in U.S. federal courts, the ITC, and foreign jurisdictions.
  • Collaborate with outside counsel on litigation strategy, discovery, motion practice, expert development, and trial preparation.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather facts, assess risk, and support responses to legal actions.
  • Lead preparation and review of infringement and invalidity claim charts with technical teams.
  • Support early case assessment and dispute resolution efforts while maintaining readiness for continued litigation.
  • Lead team analysis and response to patent assertion letters, NPE demands, and indemnity requests, developing robust invalidity and non‑infringement positions.
  • Coordinate internal technical reviews and partner with IP and engineering teams to support defense strategies.
  • Contribute to development of litigation processes, best practices, and internal readiness.
  • Participate in and sometimes lead settlement negotiations to resolve matters, where appropriate.
Preferred Experience
  • Experience in semiconductor patent litigation, including managing or supporting cases in the Western District of Texas, Eastern District of Texas, Northern District of California, and the International Trade Commission.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative, cross‑functional team environment.
  • Experience developing and leading a high-performing team.
  • Strong communication and writing skills.
  • Experience at both a top law firm and a high-tech company.
Academic Credentials
  • JD degree and admission to practice law in a U.S. state.
  • Technical degree preferred (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field).
Visa Sponsorship

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

EEO Statement

AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AI Policy

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available.

Posting Information

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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