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Patent Attorney and Patent Agent Jobs in San Francisco, CA
Openings for patent attorneys, patent agents and technical specialists in San Francisco, CA, 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.
36 open postings from 23 employers; the newest was added on October 4, 2026. Most openings: San Francisco, CA (36), Washington, DC (25), New York, NY (23). Of the 25 that state their pay, the median range is $225k to $320k a year.
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What patent postings that list San Francisco, CA 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 San Francisco, CA by role
Posted pay in San Francisco, CA by role
Role
Postings
Typical range
Median midpoint
Middle half
Patent Attorney
Postings25
Typical range$232k–$390k
Median midpoint$295k
Middle half$273k–$325k
Patent Agent
Postings8
Typical range$120k–$200k
Median midpoint$160k
Middle half$157k–$180k
Technical Specialist / Scientific Advisor
Postings3
Figuresfewer than 5 postings
All patent roles
Postings36
Typical range$225k–$324k
Median midpoint$274k
Middle half$174k–$316k
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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader · San Francisco, CA · Washington, DC · Posted Aug 5, 2026
Join Hogan Lovells as a Patent Litigation Associate. Looking for mid-senior level candidates with 3+ years of patent litigation experience, strong technical background, and U.S. Bar membership. Offices in San Francisco and Washington, D.C.
Patent Litigation Attorney$260k–$390kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechAbove the median for patent attorney pay
DLA Piper · Remote or Boston, MA · San Francisco, CA +3 · Posted Sep 10, 2026
DLA Piper seeks an early- to mid-level Patent Agent with a Computer Science or Electrical Engineering background to support its Patent Development & Strategy practice. Remote/hybrid options available.
Patent Agent$100k–$160kPostedEarly careerElectrical / Software / High-TechBelow the median for patent agent pay
Kobre & Kim · San Francisco, CA · Posted Jan 13, 2026
Kobre & Kim seeks an IP Associate for its San Francisco office, focusing on patent litigation. Ideal candidates should have patent experience and a strong interest in trial work. Responsibilities include lead roles in litigation and case strategy.
Patent Litigation Attorney$260k–$420kPostedEarly careerAbove the median for patent attorney 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
Wilson Sonsini · Austin, TX · Boston, MA +9 · Found Oct 4, 2026
Seeking a collaborative and self-motivated patent agent with an advanced degree in life sciences to join as an IP specialist. Prior patent experience preferred but not required.
Wilson Sonsini · Austin, TX · Boston, MA +9 · Found Oct 4, 2026
Wilson Sonsini seeks a Patent Agent with a background in physics, engineering, or related fields. Advanced degrees required; experience in AI, quantum computing, or semiconductors preferred.
Fenwick & West · New York, NY · San Francisco, CA +3 · Posted Jul 14, 2026
Fenwick & West seeks junior to mid-level associates for high tech and life sciences patent litigation. Candidates should possess 1-6 years of experience and be barred in the applying state.
Patent Litigation Attorney$235k–$390kPostedEarly careerAbove the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Perkins Coie · Washington, DC · Palo Alto, CA +8 · Posted Aug 13, 2026
Join Ashurst Perkins Coie's patent litigation group as a midlevel associate. Requires 3+ years of patent litigation experience and a degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
Patent Litigation Attorney$260k–$420kPostedHybridMid-levelAbove the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (Workday) · also on LateralHub, perkinscoie.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com
Wilson Sonsini · San Francisco, CA · Silicon Valley, CA +6 · Posted Jun 20, 2024
Join Wilson Sonsini as an Associate in Patent Prosecution specializing in Life Sciences. Draft and prosecute applications, provide IP counseling, and supervise junior team members in a dynamic environment.
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
Winston Taylor · San Francisco, CA · Silicon Valley, CA +3 · Posted Feb 19, 2026
Winston Taylor seeks a mid-level IP Litigation Associate with 3-5 years of patent litigation experience for district courts and ITC. Electrical or computer engineering degree preferred. USPTO registration is a plus.
Morrison & Foerster · San Francisco, CA · Silicon Valley, CA +5 · Posted Oct 27, 2025
Join MoFo's IP Litigation Practice as an associate attorney, handling complex patent disputes in tech and life sciences. Ideal candidates will have strong academic credentials and a background in hard or life sciences.
Patent Litigation Attorney$225k–$365kPostedNear the median for patent attorney 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
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
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
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
Knobbe Martens · San Diego, CA · Los Angeles, CA +4 · Found Oct 1, 2026
Join Knobbe Martens as a Biotechnology Prosecution Associate. Requires Ph.D. in relevant biology fields and at least 2 years of experience. Competitive salary and benefits.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$200k–$350kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalNear the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm website
WilmerHale · Los Angeles, CA · Palo Alto, CA +4 · Posted Oct 1, 2026
WilmerHale is seeking an IP Litigation Senior Associate to support its thriving IP practice. This role engages in cutting-edge patent litigation across various offices including Palo Alto, New York, and Boston.
Knobbe Martens · New York, NY · Orange County, CA +5 · Found Aug 28, 2026
Knobbe Martens seeks a lateral associate with a life science/biotech background and 3-7 years of patent litigation experience, covering discovery stages and trial preparations. Advanced degree preferred.
Patent Litigation Attorney$230k–$305kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalNear the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm website
Dolby Laboratories · San Francisco, CA · Sunnyvale, CA · Found Aug 21, 2026
Seeking a Vice President, Litigation at Dolby Laboratories to lead and execute global patent litigation strategy, manage outside counsel, and align litigation with business and commercial goals. Requires JD and 10+ years litigation experience in IP.
Patent Litigation Attorney$232k–$328kPostedIn-HouseHybridNear the median for patent attorney pay
From the company website
Squire Patton Boggs · San Francisco, CA · Found Jul 28, 2026
Squire Patton Boggs is hiring a Patent Agent or Attorney in San Francisco. This role involves patent prosecution and related legal functions in the intellectual property department.
Baker Botts · Remote or Austin, TX · Dallas, TX +5 · Posted Nov 11, 2020
Patent Agent position focused on high-tech industries at Baker Botts, available in multiple offices including Austin, Dallas, Houston, New York, Palo Alto, San Francisco, and Washington, DC.
Patent Agent$120k–$200kPostedElectrical / Software / High-TechNear the median for patent agent pay
Baker Botts · Remote or Austin, TX · Dallas, TX +5 · Posted Nov 11, 2020
Patent Agent role focusing on Life Sciences at Baker Botts. Multiple office locations available including Austin and Washington, DC.
Patent Agent≈ $120k–$200kest.Biomedical
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit)
Squire Patton Boggs · San Francisco, CA · Found Jul 24, 2026
Opportunity for a Patent Agent or Attorney specializing in Chemistry at Squire Patton Boggs in San Francisco.
Patent Agent≈ $145k–$240kest.Chemical
From the firm website
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher · New York, NY · San Francisco, CA +5 · Posted Mar 31, 2020
Lateral Associate position focused on IP litigation at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher in New York.
Patent Litigation Attorney≈ $245k–$410kest.
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit)
Desmarais LLP · New York, NY · San Francisco, CA +1 · Found Jul 16, 2026
Patent Agent/Technical Advisor position at Desmarais LLP, with locations in New York, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.
Patent Agent≈ $140k–$235kest.
From the firm website
Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo · Boston, MA · New York, NY +5 · Posted Jul 21, 2025
Patent Litigation Associate at Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo. Role involves working on patent litigation matters across various jurisdictions.
Patent Litigation Attorney$235k–$420kPostedAbove the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo · San Francisco, CA · Posted Jun 1, 2026
Mintz is seeking a Patent Agent to focus on biotech patent prosecution in San Francisco. Candidates should be proficient in drafting and prosecuting patent applications, with a strong background in relevant technologies.
Patent Agent$150k–$250kPostedHybridBiomedicalAbove the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit) · also on LateralHub
Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz · San Francisco, CA · Found Jul 15, 2026
Seeking a university graduate in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or Physics & Mathematics for a Trainee Patent Attorney role, applying scientific knowledge to patent law.
Dolby Laboratories · San Francisco, CA · Sunnyvale, CA · Found Jul 13, 2026
Seeking an experienced patent attorney to manage a video patent portfolio, support licensing programs, develop monetization strategies, and lead a team. Requires 10+ years experience and USPTO registration.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$225k–$318kPostedIn-HouseHybridNear the median for patent attorney pay
From the company website
Knobbe Martens · Irvine, CA · Los Angeles, CA +5 · Found Jul 13, 2026
Join Knobbe Martens as a Patent Scientist focusing on Computer Science/Electrical Engineering. Assist in patent procurement, evaluate technologies, and write patent applications. Requires a technical degree and patent experience.
Technical Specialist$125k–$170kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechNear the median for technical specialist pay
From the firm website
Knobbe Martens · Irvine, CA · Los Angeles, CA +5 · Found Jul 13, 2026
Join Knobbe Martens as a Patent Scientist in Physics to assist in patent procurement, evaluate new technologies, and write applications. A technical degree and patent prosecution experience are preferred.
Technical Specialist$125k–$170kPostedMid-levelElectrical / Software / High-TechNear the median for technical specialist pay
