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Patent Attorney and Patent Agent Jobs in Minneapolis, MN
Openings for patent attorneys, patent agents and technical specialists in Minneapolis, MN, 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.
15 open postings from 6 employers; the newest was added on October 15, 2026. Most openings: Minneapolis, MN (15), Austin, TX (9), Boston, MA (9). Of the 12 that state their pay, the median range is $195k to $200k a year.
93% 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 Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN by role
Posted pay in Minneapolis, MN by role
Role
Postings
Typical range
Median midpoint
Middle half
Patent Attorney
Postings11
Typical range$200k–$240k
Median midpoint$215k
Middle half$200k–$260k
Patent Agent
Postings3
Figuresfewer than 5 postings
Technical Specialist / Scientific Advisor
Postings5
Typical range$100k–$185k
Median midpoint$143k
Middle half$143k–$143k
All patent roles
Postings19
Typical range$190k–$200k
Median midpoint$200k
Middle half$146k–$229k
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Job postings
1–15 of 15 postings
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
Medtronic · Minneapolis, MN · Lafayette, CO +1 · Posted Oct 5, 2026
Medtronic seeks an IP Mergers & Acquisitions Counsel III to advise on IP-related transactions, oversee IP due diligence, and manage contractual IP risk in M&A activities.
Patent Attorney$199k–$299kPostedPrefers no sponsorshipIn-HouseNear the median for patent attorney pay
From the company careers portal (Workday)
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
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
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
Barnes & Thornburg · Indianapolis, IN · Minneapolis, MN · Posted Aug 18, 2026
IP Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Patent Agent position at Barnes & Thornburg in Minneapolis, focusing on patent work in mechanical and electrical engineering.
IP Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Associate position at Barnes & Thornburg in Minneapolis, focusing on patent prosecution in mechanical and electrical engineering.
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
Merchant & Gould seeks an experienced Pharmaceutical Litigation Attorney in Minneapolis, MN. Candidates should have 2+ years of ANDA litigation experience, ideally with a chemistry or biochemistry degree.
Patent Litigation Attorney$200kPostedHybridMid-levelBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (JazzHR) · also on LateralHub
Merchant & Gould seeks an experienced ANDA Attorney with 5+ years in small molecule pharmaceutical patent work, including application prosecution and opinions. PhD in organic chemistry preferred.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$200kPostedHybridMid-levelBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (JazzHR) · also on LateralHub
Stinson LLP · Minneapolis, MN · St. Louis, MO · Found Jul 16, 2026
IP Litigation Associate Attorney position at Senniger Powers LLP focusing on patent/IP litigation in Minneapolis, MN.
