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Patent Attorney and Patent Agent Jobs in Seattle, WA
Openings for patent attorneys, patent agents and technical specialists in Seattle, WA, 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.
29 open postings from 14 employers; the newest was added on October 17, 2026. Most openings: Seattle, WA (29), Washington, DC (18), New York, NY (16). Of the 23 that state their pay, the median range is $200k to $250k a year.
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What patent postings that list Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA by role
Posted pay in Seattle, WA by role
Role
Postings
Typical range
Median midpoint
Middle half
Patent Attorney
Postings23
Typical range$225k–$350k
Median midpoint$275k
Middle half$198k–$313k
Patent Agent
Postings4
Figuresfewer than 5 postings
Technical Specialist / Scientific Advisor
Postings3
Figuresfewer than 5 postings
All patent roles
Postings30
Typical range$188k–$250k
Median midpoint$200k
Middle half$184k–$306k
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Job postings
1–29 of 29 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
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
AEON Law PLLC · Remote or Seattle, WA · Found Oct 5, 2026
AEON Law PLLC is seeking a Patent Attorney in Seattle, WA, with experience in patent law and client management, focusing on high-tech sectors like AI, software, and electrical engineering.
Perkins Coie · Los Angeles, CA · Palo Alto, CA +5 · Posted Oct 8, 2026
Seeking a Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney with at least 2 years of experience in patent prosecution, particularly in life sciences. USPTO admission required. Role involves drafting, prosecuting patents, and client counseling.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$235k–$365kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalNear the median for patent attorney pay
Perkins Coie · Los Angeles, CA · Palo Alto, CA +5 · Posted Oct 7, 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
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius · Seattle, WA · 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–$390kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalAbove 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
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
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
Perkins Coie · New York, NY · Austin, TX +2 · Posted Sep 9, 2026
Ashurst Perkins Coie seeks a Patent Prosecution Technical Advisor in San Diego. Candidates should have a tech degree and interest in becoming patent agents. Work on drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
Patent Agent$140kPostedHybridEarly careerBelow the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (Workday) · 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
Schwabe Williamson · Remote or Bend, OR · Portland, OR +1 · Found Oct 1, 2026
Seeking an experienced IP Biotech Patent Attorney or Agent with 4+ years of experience. Remote work considered for candidates in Bend, Portland, or Seattle.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$140k–$200kPostedMid-levelBiomedicalBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit)
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
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
Christensen O'Connor Johnson Kindness PLLC · Seattle, WA · Found Aug 16, 2026
COJK PLLC seeks an Associate Patent Attorney in Seattle with a background in electrical engineering. Responsibilities include patent preparation, prosecution, and counseling clients on IP matters. This is a hybrid position.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$175k–$225kPostedHybridMid-levelBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm website
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton · Seattle, WA · Found Jul 16, 2026
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton seeks a Patent Agent specializing in Organic Chemistry to join their Seattle office. Ideal for those with a strong background in chemistry and patent law.
Patent Agent≈ $120k–$205kest.Chemical
From the firm careers portal (iCIMS)
Folio Law Group PLLC · Remote or Seattle, WA · Austin, TX · Found Jul 16, 2026
Folio Law Group is seeking lateral attorneys experienced in patent litigation. Values intellectual curiosity and offers flexible work schedules and benefits. Remote work available.
Schwabe Williamson · Portland, OR · Seattle, WA · Found Jul 16, 2026
Seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Litigation Attorney with 7+ years in patent-related litigation. Open to candidates in Portland, OR, or Seattle, WA.
Patent Litigation Attorney$200kPostedMid-levelBelow the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (viRecruit)
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
Christensen O'Connor Johnson Kindness PLLC · Seattle, WA · Found Jul 13, 2026
COJK is seeking a Senior Patent Attorney with expertise in organic chemistry for its Life Sciences Patent Practice in Seattle. Responsibilities include patent preparation, prosecution, licensing, and conducting due diligence.
Patent Prosecution Attorney$300k–$800kPostedHybridSeniorAbove the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm 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
