Patent Prosecution Attorney

Pay: $150,000.00 - $400,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance and professional independence.
• Work on sophisticated patent matters involving innovative technology, emerging companies, and established businesses.
• Take ownership of your practice with substantial autonomy and the ability to shape your workload.
• Benefit from a compensation model that rewards your individual billings and contributions.
• Join a specialized intellectual property practice where your technical expertise and client relationships are valued.
• Grow your practice while collaborating with experienced patent professionals.

Location

Half Moon Bay, CA | Hybrid

We offer a flexible hybrid work environment that combines the convenience of working remotely with opportunities for in-person collaboration. Enjoy professional independence while staying connected with our team in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Note

We are seeking patent attorneys with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience who can independently manage matters with minimal supervision. Active U.S. attorney licensure and USPTO registration are important qualifications. Attorneys with established client relationships or a portable book of business are especially encouraged to apply.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are a specialized intellectual property law firm helping innovative businesses protect their ideas and build valuable patent portfolios. Our team works with technology companies, startups, and established organizations across a wide range of industries. We offer a collaborative, flexible environment that values independence, professionalism, and strong client relationships.

Job Description

• Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. patent applications before the USPTO.
• Independently manage patent prosecution matters, including office action responses and patent portfolio development.
• Advise clients on patent strategies, intellectual property protection, and portfolio management.
• Work with innovative technologies, including software, electronics, semiconductors, computer technologies, and medical devices.
• Collaborate with inventors, business leaders, and international patent professionals.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of our patent practice.
• Manage deadlines and deliver high-quality legal work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active admission to at least one U.S. state bar.
• Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• 3+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• Experience drafting patent applications and responding to USPTO office actions.
• Technical background in engineering, computer science, electronics, or a related field preferred.
• Strong legal drafting, analytical, communication, and client management skills.
• Ability to independently manage patent prosecution matters.
• Portable book of business or established client relationships preferred but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe experienced attorneys do their best work when they have autonomy, meaningful responsibilities, and flexibility. You'll enjoy a supportive hybrid environment, exposure to innovative technologies, and the opportunity to develop your practice while being rewarded for your contributions.

If you're a patent attorney looking for greater independence, engaging legal work, and a team that values your expertise, we'd love to hear from you!

JPC-2867

Benefits:

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

Requirements: Must-have:CA bar license, 3+ years of patent prosecution exp, USPTO registration.

• Required Years as Associate: 3+
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
  • 3+ years: $150K–$200K estimated annual earnings
  • 5+ years: $200K–$275K estimated annual earnings
  • 8+ years: $275K–$400K+ estimated annual earnings
  • Client compensation: Approximately 44% of individual billings. All bands above are recruiter estimates, not guaranteed salaries.

Submission Email: Andrew -

adunlap@hmbay.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Independent IP boutique focused on patent prosecution for technology companies, startups, and established businesses. Seeking a self-sufficient patent attorney, ideally senior, with full remote/hybrid/on-site flexibility. Compensation is approximately 44% of individual billings; portable business is preferred but not required.

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