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Patent Attorney and Patent Agent Jobs in Chicago, IL
Openings for patent attorneys, patent agents and technical specialists in Chicago, IL, 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.
28 open postings from 20 employers; the newest was added on October 15, 2026. Most openings: Chicago, IL (28), Washington, DC (13), New York, NY (10). Of the 21 that state their pay, the median range is $175k to $240k a year.
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100% show pay, posted or estimated
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What patent postings that list Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL by role
Posted pay in Chicago, IL by role
Role
Postings
Typical range
Median midpoint
Middle half
Patent Attorney
Postings12
Typical range$225k–$343k
Median midpoint$284k
Middle half$268k–$310k
Patent Agent
Postings9
Typical range$120k–$225k
Median midpoint$178k
Middle half$148k–$180k
Technical Specialist / Scientific Advisor
Postings4
Figuresfewer than 5 postings
All patent roles
Postings25
Typical range$150k–$240k
Median midpoint$188k
Middle half$163k–$273k
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Job postings
1–28 of 28 postings
MonoSol LLC · Chicago, IL · Posted Jun 10, 2026
Seeking Patent Agent to manage patent applications and collaborate with teams on IP strategy. Requires drafting expertise and knowledge of patent law. Remote work options may be available.
Patent Agent$120k–$169kPostedIn-HouseBelow the median for patent agent pay
From the company careers portal (UKG) · also on GoInhouse
Perkins Coie · San Diego, CA · Palo Alto, CA +11 · Posted Oct 8, 2026
Join Perkins Coie's Los Angeles team as a Patent Prosecution Patent Agent focused on life sciences. Candidates must have 2+ years of prosecution experience, an advanced degree, and USPTO admission.
Patent Agent$150k–$225kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalAbove the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (Workday) · also on LateralHub
Design patent specialist in Chicago IP practice assisting with USPTO design patent preparation/prosecution, searches, drawings, portfolios, counseling, enforcement and clearance.
Technical Specialist$70k–$90kPostedHybridEarly careerBelow the median for technical specialist pay
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius · Los Angeles, CA · Chicago, IL +6 · Posted Nov 14, 2023
Join Morgan Lewis as a Junior/Midlevel Associate in Intellectual Property Disputes. Requires 1-5 years of experience and a background in electrical or computer engineering or computer science.
Patent Litigation Attorney$225k–$365kPostedEarly careerElectrical / Software / High-TechNear the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit)
Husch Blackwell · Remote or Phoenix, AZ · Oakland, CA +17 · Found Oct 4, 2026
Husch Blackwell seeks an Intellectual Property Senior Counsel with 8+ years of experience in software, electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering. Flexible hours available.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$190k–$240kPostedSeniorElectrical / Software / High-TechBelow the median for patent attorney pay
Listed on LateralHub
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
Orrick · Sacramento, CA · San Francisco, CA +12 · Found Oct 4, 2026
Seeking an Intellectual Property Associate with 2-4 years experience in litigation, focusing on patents and trade secrets. Must hold a degree in Electrical Engineering. Remote candidates are not mentioned.
Patent Litigation Attorney$235k–$310kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechNear the median for patent attorney pay
Listed on LateralHub
Cooley · Denver, CO · Northern Virginia +5 · Posted Jul 21, 2026
Join Cooley as a Patent Agent/Advisor focused on software and AI, involving patent counseling, prosecution, and litigation. Ideal candidates have experience in computer science or electrical engineering.
Patent Agent$125k–$228kPostedElectrical / Software / High-TechNear the median for patent agent pay
Listed on LateralHub
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius · Chicago, IL · Orange County, CA +3 · Posted Mar 6, 2024
Morgan Lewis seeks a midlevel associate with 1-5 years of patent prosecution experience in biotechnology. Requires advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) and USPTO registration.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$225k–$365kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalNear the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Thompson Coburn · Chicago, IL · St. Louis, MO · Found Oct 4, 2026
Thompson Coburn seeks an Intellectual Property litigation attorney with 6-12 years' experience in patent litigation and IP disputes for its Chicago or St. Louis office.
Patent Litigation Attorney$235k–$375kPostedMid-levelAbove the median for patent attorney pay
Listed on LateralHub
Orrick · Sacramento, CA · San Francisco, CA +12 · Posted Dec 11, 2024
Orrick seeks a Patent Litigation Associate with 2-7 years in life sciences litigation. Ideal candidates hold a JD and have experience drafting briefs and managing discovery phases.
Patent Litigation Attorney$235k–$435kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalAbove the median for patent attorney pay
Listed 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
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
Listed on LateralHub
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton · Los Angeles, CA · Chicago, IL +8 · Posted Sep 29, 2026
Join Sheppard Mullin as an IP Litigation Associate Attorney with 3–6 years of experience. Focus on patent litigation, ITC investigations, and PTAB proceedings. Strong analytical and writing skills required.
Patent Litigation Attorney$260k–$390kPostedMid-levelPTABAbove the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (Flo Recruit) · also on LateralHub
McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP · Chicago, IL · Found Oct 1, 2026
Life Science Patent Attorney role at McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP in Chicago, focusing on patent prosecution in the life sciences sector.
Crowell & Moring · Orange County, CA · Los Angeles, CA +4 · Posted Jul 20, 2026
Patent Litigation Associate Attorney role focused on patent/IP litigation at Crowell & Moring in Orange County, California.
Patent Litigation Attorney$225k–$320kPostedNear the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (Flo Recruit) · also on LinkedIn, LateralHub
Michael Best · Chicago, IL · Milwaukee, WI +4 · Found Aug 29, 2026
Michael Best seeks a Junior to Midlevel Patent Agent or Associate with 3+ years of prosecution experience, preferably in Organic Chemistry. Offices in Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, Raleigh, Denver, or Salt Lake City.
Patent Agent$120k–$240kPostedMid-levelChemicalNear the median for patent agent pay
From the firm website
Michael Best · Remote or Chicago, IL · Milwaukee, WI +4 · Found Aug 29, 2026
Michael Best seeks a Junior to Midlevel Patent Agent or Attorney with 3+ years in patent prosecution, ideally holding a Ph.D. in Biology or Biochemistry. Remote options available across multiple cities.
Patent Agent$120k–$240kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalNear the median for patent agent pay
Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC · Chicago, IL · Found Jul 21, 2026
Patent Engineer position at Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC in Chicago, focusing on patent-related work.
Technical Specialist≈ $100k–$145kest.
From the firm website
Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP · Chicago, IL · Found Jul 16, 2026
Marshall, Gerstein & Borun LLP is seeking a Technical Specialist in Chicago, IL. The firm focuses exclusively on IP law, including prosecution and litigation across various technical disciplines.
Technical Specialist≈ $100k–$145kest.
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit)
Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd. · Remote or Chicago, IL · Found Jul 16, 2026
Greer, Burns & Crain seeks an experienced Patent Prosecution Attorney with 3+ years in patent prosecution to manage applications, conduct analyses, and counsel clients in IP law.
