Patent Attorney – Chemistry & Engineering

Pay: $100,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work with cutting-edge technologies spanning chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and physics.
• Build long-term partnerships with innovative companies, universities, research institutions, and entrepreneurs.
• Gain exposure to sophisticated patent prosecution matters with mentorship and meaningful responsibility from day one.
• Enjoy flexibility with remote or hybrid arrangements based on experience.
• Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.
• Join a collaborative team that values technical excellence, quality work, and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation with significant earning potential as your experience grows.

Location: Flexible remote, hybrid, or on-site opportunities are available depending on experience. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Note: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state and have 2+ year of patent prosecution experience involving chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or physics. Strong technical aptitude and high-quality writing are essential.

About Us: We help innovative companies, universities, research organizations, and entrepreneurs build valuable intellectual property portfolios that support long-term business success. Our team partners closely with clients to understand their technology and strategic goals while delivering exceptional patent prosecution services. We foster a collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment where attorneys continue to grow professionally. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Prepare and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
• Work directly with inventors, engineers, scientists, and business leaders to protect innovative technologies.
• Analyze complex technical inventions in chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and physics.
• Draft high-quality patent applications with clear, strategic claim coverage.
• Respond to Office Actions and develop effective prosecution strategies.
• Conduct patentability analyses and collaborate on intellectual property portfolio development.
• Maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and practical legal guidance.
• Contribute to a collaborative team focused on technical excellence and client success.

Qualifications

• Active Bar license in any U.S. state.
• 2+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Technical background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics.
• Strong patent drafting and prosecution writing skills.
• Excellent technical comprehension and analytical ability.
• Ability to manage multiple matters while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Advanced degree or industry experience is a plus but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a highly respected intellectual property practice where your technical background is valued and your work has a direct impact on innovative clients. We invest in attorney development, provide flexibility to support work-life balance, and offer opportunities to grow your practice while working alongside experienced patent professionals.

JPC-1641

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: Bar license in any U.S. State, 2+ yr of patent prosecution in chemistry, engineering, or physics exp.

• Required Years as Associate: 2
• Additional context: Relocation- Yes. Packages - Yes.
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
  • 1–2 yrs: $100K–$125K
  • 3 yrs: $125K–$145K
  • 4–5 yrs: $145K–$170K
  • 6+ yrs: $200K+

Submission Email:  Ben & Audrey -

barmitage@billionarmitage.com

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IP boutique seeking Patent Attorney with Chem/ChemE/MechE/Physics background and 1+ year patent prosecution experience. Flexible work arrangements and relocation available. Strong technical ability and writing quality required.

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