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Solve Intelligence

Patent Litigator

New York, NY · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

Do you want to shape litigation product strategy for the fastest-growing AI company in IP? Do you want to own how we evolve the patent litigation product at a company that's rewriting the rules? This ...

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Patent Litigation Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

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How much do patent litigation jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for patent litigation in the United States is $152,666.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $180,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Patent Litigation Attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patent Litigation Attorney, you need a strong foundation in intellectual property law, litigation procedures, and often a technical or scientific background, typically supported by a law degree and bar admission. Familiarity with legal research databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), docketing systems, and patent databases is essential, and some possess USPTO registration. Outstanding analytical thinking, persuasive communication, and negotiation skills set top performers apart in the courtroom and client interactions. These skills and qualifications are vital for effectively advocating for clients, navigating complex technical issues, and achieving successful outcomes in high-stakes disputes.

What is patent litigation?

Patent litigation is the legal process used to resolve disputes regarding the infringement, validity, or enforcement of patents. It typically involves lawsuits filed by a patent owner against another party accused of using, making, or selling the patented invention without permission. Patent litigation can be complex and often requires specialized legal expertise, as it involves technical details about the invention as well as knowledge of intellectual property law. The process may result in settlements, court rulings, or licensing agreements, and can take place in federal courts or before administrative bodies like the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

What is the difference between Patent Litigation vs Patent Prosecution?

AspectPatent LitigationPatent Prosecution
Primary FocusLegal disputes over patent rightsSecuring patent rights through application process
Work EnvironmentCourts, legal settings, law firmsPatent offices, law firms, R&D departments
Required CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, technical backgroundTechnical degree, patent bar exam, legal knowledge
Industry UsageLegal disputes, patent enforcementPatent application filing, patent strategy

Patent Litigation involves handling legal disputes over patent rights, often in court, requiring legal expertise and a technical background. Patent Prosecution focuses on obtaining patents through the application process, involving technical and legal knowledge. Both roles require understanding of patent law but serve different stages of the patent lifecycle.

What are some common challenges faced by patent litigation attorneys, and how can they be addressed?

Patent litigation attorneys often face challenges such as managing complex technical details, coordinating with expert witnesses, and handling large volumes of discovery documents. Staying updated on evolving patent laws and court rulings is crucial, as these can impact case strategies. Effective communication and collaboration with clients, in-house counsel, and technical experts help ensure success. Developing strong project management and organization skills can also mitigate many of these challenges, enabling attorneys to handle cases efficiently and meet tight deadlines.
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Patent Litigator

Solve Intelligence

New York, NY • On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Medical

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Patent Litigator

🎯 Are you a patent litigator with a technical edge who wants more than just billable hours? Do you want to shape litigation product strategy for the fastest-growing AI company in IP? Do you want to own how we evolve the patent litigation product at a company that's rewriting the rules?

This is your chance to join a rocket ship! 🚀

🏗️ About the role

We are looking for a super smart and talented Patent Litigator to lead and build out our patent litigation capability as we launch Charts, our new patent litigation product.

You'll be joining the most lean, talent-dense, and fast-moving legal team in London.

You'll be responsible for:

  • Conducting infringement and validity analysis across technical domains

  • Advising on litigation risk and developing strategic recommendations for clients using the platform

  • Working directly with the engineering and AI teams to shape how Charts handles litigation workflows

  • Supporting patent prosecution-to-litigation handoffs across the IP lifecycle

  • Contributing to product development by translating litigation expertise into platform features

  • Managing relationships with outside counsel and coordinating multi-jurisdictional matters

👤 About you

As our founding Patent Litigator, you will have extensive experience handling complex patent disputes through associate or senior associate roles at top-tier litigation firms.

  • 3+ years of experience as an associate or senior associate in patent litigation

  • Technical background — ideally a patent attorney who moved into patent litigation (technical field agnostic: life sciences, electronics, mechanical, etc.)

  • Super smart, hard working, and high agency — the kind of person who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

  • Experience at elite patent litigation firms (e.g. Quinn Emanuel, Kirkland & Ellis, or equivalent calibre)

  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking with the ability to break down complex technical and legal issues

  • Based in NYC or London

Nice to have:

  • Experience across both life sciences and non-life sciences patent matters

  • Familiarity with AI/ML tools in legal workflows

  • Prior experience at a startup or in-house legal team

  • Dual-qualified or experience with cross-border patent disputes

💰 What we offer

Competitive base salary depending on skill and experience.

Significant equity — we want you to take ownership in Solve Intelligence and share in the success that lies ahead.

Full visa sponsorship.

Opportunity to work with a super smart and ambitious group of people building something people want.

Private medical insurance.

Free meals.

🚀 About Solve Intelligence

Solve Intelligence is the fastest-growing startup transforming the IP landscape. Solve's AI platform manages everything from invention harvesting and patent generation through to litigation and licensing.

Growth: 20–30% MoM revenue growth; selling to 600+ global IP teams across 6 continents (DLA Piper, tech giants, boutiques, etc); 8 figures of ARR — all just ~2 years since we started.

Backing: $55M backing from YC, 20VC, Microsoft, Thomson Reuters, and the founders of top companies like Stripe, Perplexity, Tinder, Deel, Hugging Face, and Canva.

Impact: 50–90% efficiency and quality improvements.

See our latest Series B announcement.

We're on a high-growth trajectory, and we're looking for people who want to join us on the journey to building a generational AI company.

Come join the rocket ship 🚀

👥 Meet the founders

Sanj (Chief Research Officer and co-founder): Sanj did his MSci in Physics at the University of Cambridge and his PhD in AI at the Gatsby Unit, UCL. He won awards at top AI conferences, worked on the R&D team at Huawei, and received widespread attention for his contributions to open-source LLM projects on GitHub. He joined Magic Carpet AI as employee #4, where he developed AI strategies for trading, before the company was acquired.

Chris (Chief Executive Officer and co-founder): Chris did his undergrad at Imperial College London, his masters at the University of Cambridge, and his PhD in machine learning at UCL, during which he published 10+ papers and won awards at top AI conferences and journals. Prior to founding Solve, Chris worked at The Alan Turing Institute, InstaDeep, and Dyson.

Angus (Chief Technology Officer and co-founder): Angus holds an MEng in Computer Science. He led trade platform development at Coremont after roles at GCHQ and Qualcomm.

Compensation Range: $150K - $250K