Patent Attorney​/Agent

At Arent Fox Schiff, we know that diverse backgrounds produce different perspectives, richer thinking, and more creative solutions to the challenges our clients face. We hope you share that vision. Join us and take on the challenge of doing meaningful work while helping us build a culture that reflects our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We base all our employment decisions on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristic.

Arent Fox Schiff LLP seeks a patent prosecution attorney or agent with at least four years of experience to join our team in Boston, New York, San Francisco, or Washington, DC. Candidates must have experience with healthcare technologies and related ML/AI technologies and hold a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. We are looking for intellectually curious candidates with strong academic credentials and proven experience drafting and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications.

Strong organizational and writing skills, and a desire to thrive in a large law firm environment, are essential. This client-facing role involves working directly with inventors and scientists, so excellent oral communication skills are required. The position offers meaningful responsibility and autonomy, supported by appropriate training and oversight. USPTO registration is required; attorney applicants must also hold active admission to the state bar of the jurisdiction where they will be located.

Familiarity with patent databases and search tools, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, are highly desirable. Arent Fox Schiff offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. To apply, please submit a resume, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and a patent application writing sample.

The good faith base salary range for this position is a minimum of $150,000 to a maximum of $270,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates within that range will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, education, applicable bar admissions, and the candidate's overall qualifications for the position as assessed by the Firm.

Arent Fox Schiff LLP is internationally recognized in core industries where business and the law intersect. With more than 600 lawyers and policy professionals, the firm serves as a destination for an international roster of corporations, governments, private individuals, and trade associations.

Arent Fox Schiff is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. We base all employment decisions on merit and maintain a policy of considering all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, source of income, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.