Patent Prosecution & Litigation Technical Advisor – Electrical/Computer Science

Job overview

The Patent Prosecution & Litigation Technical Advisor role is listed in Durham, NC, and the posting says the position is open across multiple U.S. office locations with hybrid remote work. Compensation is listed as $80,000–$145,800 per year, with the range depending on role, location, experience, and qualifications. The role supports an intellectual property team working on technologies such as 5G/6G wireless communications, embedded systems, and software applications. The advisor applies electrical engineering or computer science expertise to support patent prosecution and litigation matters. The work includes technical analysis, research, and patent drafting in collaboration with attorneys and patent agents, while tracking emerging technologies and industry trends.

What you'll do

• Support patent prosecution and litigation involving electrical and software-based inventions
• assist with patent drafting, research, and technical analysis
• collaborate with attorneys and patent agents
• stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

patent prosecution

patent litigation

technical advisor

electrical engineering

computer science

intellectual property

5g

6g

embedded systems

software applications

durham nc

direct counsel

hybrid remote

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life and disability coverage
• 401(k) with firm contribution
• paid time off and vacation
• discretionary performance-based bonus.

Why this role

The posting describes a hybrid-remote opportunity across multiple U.S. office locations and work on 5G/6G, embedded systems, and software.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.