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Senior Corporate Counsel - Patents

Redmond, WA · On-site

$185.90K - $278.90K/yr

Overview Microsoft's Patent Group has an immediate opening for a Senior Corporate Counsel to support Microsoft's Cloud & AI businesses, including Cloud Operations and Innovation, AI Platform, and ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for patents in the United States is $144,009.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $117,500.00 and $169,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Patent Attorney, you need a strong background in law and a technical or scientific field, typically supported by a law degree and passing the patent bar exam. Familiarity with patent search databases, intellectual property management systems, and legal research tools is crucial. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and excellent written communication distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure the effective protection of clients’ inventions and compliance with complex legal standards in intellectual property law.

What are some common challenges faced by patent professionals when working with inventors and research teams?

Patent professionals often work closely with inventors and research teams to accurately capture the technical details and novelty of an invention. A common challenge is translating complex scientific or technical concepts into clear, legally robust patent applications. Additionally, coordinating input from multiple stakeholders and ensuring all aspects of an invention are disclosed can be time-consuming. Effective communication and project management skills are essential to navigate these challenges and meet filing deadlines.

What are patents?

Patents are legal rights granted by a government to inventors, giving them the exclusive right to make, use, sell, and import an invention for a certain period of time, typically 20 years from the filing date. Patents protect new inventions or processes and prevent others from using the invention without permission. To obtain a patent, the invention must be novel, non-obvious, and useful. Patents encourage innovation by allowing inventors to benefit financially from their work while eventually contributing their inventions to the public domain.

What is the difference between Patents vs Patent Attorneys?

AspectPatentsPatent Attorneys
CredentialsTypically require technical degrees, sometimes patent agent registrationRequire technical degrees and law degrees, plus bar admission
Work EnvironmentResearch, invention disclosure, patent draftingLegal advising, patent application process, client consultations
Industry UsageInventors, R&D departments, patent officesLaw firms, corporate legal teams, patent offices

Patents are legal rights granted for inventions, often held by inventors or companies. Patent attorneys are legal professionals specializing in patent law, helping clients secure and defend patent rights. While patents focus on the technical aspect of inventions, patent attorneys handle the legal process of patent application and litigation. Both roles are essential in the patent ecosystem, with patents representing the rights and patent attorneys providing legal expertise.

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Senior Counsel - Intellectual Property, Patents

Senior Counsel - Intellectual Property, Patents

Walmart

Valley Stream, NY • On-site

$156K - $312K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Walmart rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 21,582 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

22nd of 39 rated national retailers

Job description

Position Summary...The Senior Counsel will provide strategic advice and legal counsel to select business segments related to Walmart’s global patent portfolio; serve as a point of contact for patent and intellectual property matters, bringing in other legal and business stakeholders as needed; and implement legal strategy to manage the entire patent lifecycle.
You will be joining a collaborative team of talented intellectual property attorneys and professionals in an exciting, fast-paced, and dynamic environment. As a trusted business partner, you’ll advise on IP strategies to protect and advance our business in innovative technology areas such as AI, retail, and logistics solutions that will shape the future of commerce.What you'll do...
  • Work effectively with lead counsel and other members of the intellectual property (IP) team to serve as a point of contact for all patent and other IP related matters, such as open source and trade secrets
  • Help to manage Walmart’s global patent portfolio, including identifying inventions, reviewing invention disclosures, overseeing patent preparation and prosecution, and working cross-functionally across departments on patent licensing and enforcement efforts
  • Connect with Walmart’s business segments to develop an understanding of their product roadmaps, patent and open source priorities, and to ensure appropriate IP strategy and coverage for key initiatives
  • Work with and supervise outside counsel, patent professionals, and patent paralegals to obtain strategic patents
  • Conduct patent landscape, freedom to operate, and patentability searches
  • Perform outreach and conduct patent and IP trainings for Walmart personnel

What you'll bring:
  • Experieice working with engineers and R&D personnel
  • Demonstrated ability in formulating and executing global filing strategies
  • Familiarity with IP litigation and IP provisions in tech contracts and other agreements
  • Proven IP issue spotting and decision making skills
  • Demonstrated a bias towards action and innovation
 
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
Hoboken, New Jersey US-10649: The annual salary range for this position is $156,000.00 - $312,000.00
Bentonville, Arkansas US-30010: The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Law degree from an accredited law school and 5 years’ experience in law.
License to practice law in at least one state.Preferred Qualifications...

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Leading cross-functional teamsPrimary Location...121 River St, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5989, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

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From our humble beginnings as a small discount retailer in Rogers, Ark., Walmart has opened thousands of stores in the U.S. and expanded internationally. Through innovation, we're creating a seamless experience to let customers shop anytime and anywhere online and in stores. We are creating opportunities and bringing value to customers and communities around the globe. Walmart operates approximately 10,500 stores and clubs in 19 countries and eCommerce websites. We employ 2.1 million associates around the world — nearly 1.6 million in the U.S. alone.

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Retail, professional, labor and political organizations, specialized design services, transportation and warehousing and fitness and sports centers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bentonville, AR, US

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