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Patent Attorney and Patent Agent Jobs in Atlanta, GA
Openings for patent attorneys, patent agents and technical specialists in Atlanta, GA, at law firms, IP boutiques and companies. Each posting comes from the employer’s own career page or a job board that names the employer; a posting with offices in several cities is listed in each of them.
23 open postings from 7 employers; the newest was added on October 17, 2026. Most openings: Atlanta, GA (23), Washington, DC (17), Boston, MA (14). Of the 21 that state their pay, the median range is $194k to $250k a year.
83% link to the employer’s own posting
100% show pay, posted or estimated
Visa sponsorship read from each posting’s own words
What patent postings that list Atlanta, GA say they pay: ranges the postings state themselves, first seen in the last twelve months, open or closed, by role. A group needs at least 5 postings to show figures.
Posted pay in Atlanta, GA by role
Posted pay in Atlanta, GA by role
Role
Postings
Typical range
Median midpoint
Middle half
Patent Attorney
Postings17
Typical range$225k–$260k
Median midpoint$243k
Middle half$200k–$313k
Patent Agent
Postings2
Figuresfewer than 5 postings
Technical Specialist / Scientific Advisor
Postings5
Typical range$100k–$185k
Median midpoint$143k
Middle half$143k–$143k
All patent roles
Postings24
Typical range$197k–$250k
Median midpoint$200k
Middle half$176k–$279k
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Job postings
1–23 of 23 postings
Lee & Hayes, P.C. · Spokane, WA · Seattle, WA +3 · Found Oct 17, 2026
Lee & Hayes seeks a Life Sciences Patent Attorney/Agent with an MS or PhD in biological sciences and USPTO registration. Role involves patent preparation and prosecution in life sciences and chemical technology areas.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$140k–$250kPostedBiomedicalBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm website
Fish & Richardson P.C. · Boston, MA · Washington, DC +10 · Posted Oct 6, 2026
Join Fish & Richardson as a Technology Specialist in IP, focusing on patent applications and advice for litigation. Ideal for candidates with a background in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
Technical Specialist$100k–$185kPostedHybridEarly careerNear the median for technical specialist pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Finnegan · Northern Virginia · Washington, DC +1 · Posted Oct 2, 2026
Finnegan seeks a mid-level litigation associate with 3-5 years of patent litigation experience and a strong background in chemistry, for its Chemical Practice Group. Offices in Northern VA, DC, and Atlanta.
Patent Litigation Attorney$260k–$365kPostedMid-levelChemicalAbove the median for patent attorney pay
Listed on LateralHub
Finnegan · Northern Virginia · Washington, DC +3 · Posted Sep 23, 2026
Finnegan is seeking a mid-level litigation associate with 4-6 years of patent litigation experience. Must have a background in mechanical engineering and strong advocacy skills.
Patent Litigation Attorney$310k–$390kPostedMid-levelMechanicalAbove the median for patent attorney pay
Mercedes-Benz R&D North America · San Jose, CA · Ann Arbor, MI +1 · Found Oct 5, 2026
Mercedes-Benz seeks an Associate General Counsel to lead its North American IP team, managing patent prosecution, IP strategy, and litigation support. Requires a JD and 10-12 years of IP experience.
Patent Attorney$194k–$247kPostedNo sponsorshipIn-HouseBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the company careers portal (Lever)
Fish & Richardson P.C. · Silicon Valley, CA · San Diego, CA +10 · Posted May 29, 2025
Join Fish & Richardson as a Technology Specialist in Silicon Valley. Work on patent applications and advise litigation teams in semiconductor and electrical engineering. Enjoy a hybrid work environment and excellent growth opportunities.
Technical Specialist$125k–$200kPostedHybridMid-levelAbove the median for technical specialist pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Fish & Richardson P.C. · Silicon Valley, CA · San Diego, CA +9 · Posted Oct 23, 2025
Join Fish & Richardson as a Technology Specialist to draft patent applications, advise litigation teams, and collaborate on cutting-edge technologies. Ideal for those in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with patent prosecution experience.
Technical Specialist$100k–$185kPostedHybridMid-levelNear the median for technical specialist pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Fish & Richardson P.C. · Silicon Valley, CA · San Diego, CA +10 · Posted Apr 17, 2026
Join Fish & Richardson as a Technology Specialist focusing on video compression. Work alongside top IP practitioners and engage in patent application drafting and litigation support. Opportunity for growth in a hybrid work environment.
Technical Specialist$100k–$185kPostedHybridMid-levelNear the median for technical specialist pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Finnegan · Silicon Valley, CA · Washington, DC +3 · Posted Nov 25, 2025
Finnegan seeks Patent Agents with AI or Software backgrounds to draft and prosecute patent applications. Requires a degree in a related field and prior patent prosecution experience.
Patent Agent$105k–$200kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechNear the median for patent agent pay
Listed on LateralHub
Fish & Richardson P.C. · Silicon Valley, CA · San Diego, CA +10 · Posted May 12, 2026
Join Fish & Richardson as a Technology Specialist (Chemistry) to draft patent applications and support litigation teams. Ideal for PhD holders with patent experience and a passion for IP.
Technical Specialist$100k–$185kPostedHybridEarly careerNear the median for technical specialist pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Eversheds Sutherland (US) · Remote or San Francisco, CA · Silicon Valley, CA +7 · Posted Mar 4, 2026
Eversheds Sutherland seeks a Patent Agent with 3+ years in patent preparation and prosecution, focusing on technology sectors like AI and cloud computing. Remote options available.
Patent Agent$150k–$225kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechAbove the median for patent agent pay
Jones Day · Atlanta, GA · Boston, MA +3 · Posted Jan 1, 2026
Join Jones Day as an IP Patent Prosecution Associate focusing on organic chemistry, assisting in patent prosecution and portfolio management for life sciences clients.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$225k–$495kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalAbove the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit)
Finnegan · Atlanta, GA · Found Oct 1, 2026
Finnegan is seeking a Junior Prosecution Associate in Atlanta with 2-4 years of experience in patent prosecution. A background in organic chemistry/small molecules is required and candidates must be USPTO licensed.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$225k–$260kPostedEarly careerChemicalBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm website · also on LateralHub
Meunier Carlin & Curfman LLC · Atlanta, GA · Found Sep 13, 2026
Seeking an electrical patent agent to prepare and prosecute patent applications for clients, including drafting applications and responding to office actions. Requires at least 3 years of patent prosecution experience and a relevant degree.
Meunier Carlin & Curfman LLC · Atlanta, GA · Found Sep 13, 2026
The associate/patent agent will prepare and prosecute patent applications for clients in the chemical industry, focusing on pharmaceutical/small molecule work. Requires USPTO registration and 3+ years of experience.
Fish & Richardson P.C. · Atlanta, GA · Austin, TX +9 · Posted Oct 23, 2025
Associate position focused on patent prosecution in electrical engineering and computer science, requiring Japanese language skills, at any U.S. office of Fish & Richardson.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$235k–$310kPostedHybridElectrical / Software / High-TechNear the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Fish & Richardson P.C. · Atlanta, GA · Austin, TX +9 · Posted Oct 23, 2025
Post Clerkship position for a Patent Litigation Associate at Fish & Richardson, with opportunities in any U.S. office location.
Patent Litigation Attorney$235k–$390kPostedHybridAbove the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Fish & Richardson P.C. · Atlanta, GA · Austin, TX +9 · Posted May 12, 2026
Associate position focusing on patent prosecution in the chemistry field at Fish & Richardson. Remote work is possible from any U.S. office.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$225k–$260kPostedHybridChemicalBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Lee & Hayes, P.C. · Remote or Spokane, WA · Seattle, WA +3 · Found Jul 13, 2026
Join Lee & Hayes as a Mechanical Engineer Patent Attorney focusing on patent preparation and prosecution in mechanical systems and medical devices. Remote/hybrid options available.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$110k–$250kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm website
Lee & Hayes, P.C. · Seattle, WA · Spokane, WA +3 · Found Jul 13, 2026
Seeking a Mandarin-speaking Patent Attorney in Seattle with expertise in computer-related technologies. Responsibilities include patent application preparation and prosecution, client representation, and foreign patent coordination.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$140k–$225kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm website
Finnegan · Boston, MA · Atlanta, GA +2 · Found Apr 30, 2026
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Patent Attorney$235k–$365kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechNear the median for patent attorney pay
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Finnegan · Washington, DC · Atlanta, GA +4 · Found Apr 30, 2026
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Patent Attorney$310k–$390kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechAbove the median for patent attorney pay
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Finnegan · Boston, MA · Palo Alto, CA +4 · Found Apr 30, 2026
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Patent Attorney$225k–$260kPostedEarly careerElectrical / Software / High-TechBelow the median for patent attorney pay