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Patent Attorney and Patent Agent Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Openings for patent attorneys, patent agents and technical specialists in Los Angeles, 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.
25 open postings from 17 employers; the newest was added on October 23, 2026. Most openings: Los Angeles, CA (25), Washington, DC (20), New York, NY (19). Of the 16 that state their pay, the median range is $228k to $350k a year.
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What patent postings that list Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA by role
Posted pay in Los Angeles, CA by role
Role
Postings
Typical range
Median midpoint
Middle half
Patent Attorney
Postings20
Typical range$233k–$358k
Median midpoint$285k
Middle half$269k–$315k
Patent Agent
Postings5
Typical range$140k–$215k
Median midpoint$178k
Middle half$150k–$188k
Technical Specialist / Scientific Advisor
Postings3
Figuresfewer than 5 postings
All patent roles
Postings28
Typical range$213k–$314k
Median midpoint$271k
Middle half$188k–$303k
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Job postings
1–25 of 25 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
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius · San Francisco, CA · Orange County, CA +6 · Posted Oct 8, 2026
Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP is seeking a Patent Prosecution Specialist with expertise in patent work, emphasizing roles related to engineering and technology.
Technical Specialist$82k–$131kPostedElectrical / Software / High-TechBelow the median for technical specialist pay
From the firm careers portal (Workday)
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
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, perkinscoie.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com
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 · 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.
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
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.
Wilson Sonsini · Silicon Valley, CA · Los Angeles, CA +6 · Posted Jun 4, 2025
Seeking a Patent Associate with 1-4 years of prosecution experience and patent bar membership. Background in engineering, AI, or life sciences preferred. Strong communication skills necessary.
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
Ruttenberg IP Law · Remote or Los Angeles, CA · Orange County, CA +1 · Found Oct 4, 2026
Join a boutique law firm in Los Angeles as an IP Litigation Associate. Handle patent, trademark, and copyright litigation with a focus on high-stakes cases. Remote options available.
Patent Litigation Attorney$200k–$350kPostedMid-levelNear the median for patent attorney 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 +5 · 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
Sullivan & Cromwell · New York, NY · Los Angeles, CA · Posted Jul 1, 2026
Lateral Associate position focused on Intellectual Property litigation at Sullivan & Cromwell in New York.
Patent Litigation Attorney$235k–$455kPostedAbove the median for patent attorney pay
From the firm careers portal (Flo Recruit)
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)
Cislo & Thomas LLP · Los Angeles, CA · Found Jul 16, 2026
Cislo & Thomas LLP seeks a Patent Attorney with a Computer Science background, admitted to the U.S. Patent Bar. Prior business development experience preferred.
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