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Patent Attorney and Patent Agent Jobs in Houston, TX
Openings for patent attorneys, patent agents and technical specialists in Houston, TX, 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 16 employers; the newest was added on October 23, 2026. Most openings: Houston, TX (29), Austin, TX (21), Dallas, TX (20). Of the 18 that state their pay, the median range is $138k to $213k a year.
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What patent postings that list Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX by role
Posted pay in Houston, TX by role
Role
Postings
Typical range
Median midpoint
Middle half
Patent Attorney
Postings11
Typical range$235k–$310k
Median midpoint$273k
Middle half$229k–$318k
Patent Agent
Postings7
Typical range$120k–$200k
Median midpoint$160k
Middle half$154k–$169k
Technical Specialist / Scientific Advisor
Postings5
Typical range$100k–$185k
Median midpoint$143k
Middle half$143k–$143k
All patent roles
Postings23
Typical range$150k–$215k
Median midpoint$178k
Middle half$154k–$271k
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Job postings
1–29 of 29 postings
McGuireWoods · San Francisco, CA · Los Angeles, CA +10 · Posted Sep 16, 2026
McGuireWoods seeks a Junior or Mid-Level Patent Litigation Associate with 2-7 years of experience. Candidates must have an EE, CS, or CE degree. Salary ranges from $235,000 to $410,000.
Patent Litigation Attorney$235k–$410kPostedHybridMid-levelAbove the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (LawCruit)
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease · Akron, OH · Cincinnati, OH +4 · Posted Oct 22, 2026
Vorys is seeking a Chemical Patent Agent or Scientific Advisor with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience. A degree in Chemistry is required. Excellent compensation package offered.
Patent Agent≈ $105k–$200kest.Mid-levelChemical
From the firm careers portal (Flo Recruit) · also on LateralHub
Munck Wilson Mandala · Dallas, TX · Austin, TX +3 · Found Oct 17, 2026
Munck Wilson Mandala is seeking an IP Litigation Attorney in Dallas, TX, specializing in patent litigation. Ideal candidates will handle patent-related cases with a focus on legal strategy and client representation.
Patent Litigation Attorney≈ $220k–$290kest.
From the firm website
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
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius · Houston, TX · Philadelphia, PA · Posted Apr 12, 2022
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.
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
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.
Fish & Richardson P.C. · Silicon Valley, CA · San Diego, CA +9 · Posted Oct 23, 2026
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
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
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
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
Conley Rose, P.C. · Remote or Dallas, TX · Houston, TX +1 · Found Sep 13, 2026
Conley Rose, P.C. seeks an experienced patent attorney, patent agent, technical advisor, or patent engineer, focused on patent application preparation and prosecution, particularly in electrical and software technologies.
Join Patterson + Sheridan, LLP as a Patent Agent/Technical Advisor focusing on semiconductor technologies. Seeking candidates with a Ph.D. in Physics/Materials Science or M.S./Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.
Patent Agent$90k–$120kPostedEarly careerElectrical / Software / High-TechBelow the median for patent agent pay
From the firm careers portal (LawCruit)
Adams and Reese · Houston, TX · New Orleans, LA +4 · Found Aug 9, 2026
Adams & Reese seeks a patent associate with 3-6 years of experience, a degree in electrical engineering, and admissions before the USPTO. Substantive patent drafting experience required. Full-time in-office role.
Osha Bergman Watanabe & Burton LLP · Remote or Houston, TX · Austin, TX · Found Aug 7, 2026
Join Osha Bergman Watanabe & Burton as a Patent Engineer in the Middle East Office, supporting clients in patent prosecution and IP portfolio management, with a focus on chemical sciences. Remote work options available.
Munck Wilson Mandala · Dallas, TX · Austin, TX +1 · Found Jul 25, 2026
Munck Wilson Mandala seeks a Patent Prosecution Attorney for their offices in Dallas, Austin, and Houston. Ideal for candidates interested in patent prosecution and related legal practices.
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)
Fish & Richardson P.C. · Atlanta, GA · Austin, TX +9 · Posted Oct 23, 2026
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, 2026
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
Osha Bergman Watanabe & Burton LLP · Remote or Austin, TX · Houston, TX · Found Jul 16, 2026
Osha Bergman Watanabe & Burton LLP seeks a Generalist Patent Engineer with expertise in chemistry/materials science. Candidates with a Master's or PhD are preferred. Training under European patent attorneys included.
