Patent Prosecution Attorney — Electrical & Computer Technologies

Job overview

The Patent Prosecution Attorney role is remote and may be performed from anywhere in the United States. The posting lists expected annual earnings of $150,000–$200,000+ under a commission-based compensation model, with attorneys earning approximately 40% of amounts invoiced to clients. The role supports an intellectual property law firm protecting innovation for corporate clients. The attorney drafts and prosecutes patent applications involving electrical, computer, software, controls, and electromechanical technologies. The work develops strategies and manages matters through examination to help clients secure intellectual property rights, including support for international patent portfolios.

What you'll do

• Draft and prosecute U.S. patent applications
• develop prosecution strategies
• prepare applications, amendments, Office Action responses, and related documents
• communicate with inventors, engineers, and corporate clients about technical concepts
• manage matters through application and examination
• support international patent procurement
• collaborate with attorneys and clients while meeting client expectations and billable requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

patent prosecution attorney

remote

united states

electrical technologies

computer technologies

software patents

uspto registration

state bar license

patent drafting

patent prosecution

commission-based compensation

$150k–$200k+ expected

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental and health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and vision insurance.

Why this role

Remote work from anywhere in the United States; commission-based compensation; annual billable requirement of 1,700 hours; requires 4+ years of patent prosecution experience, active state bar membership, and USPTO registration.

About the employer

Orion Placement is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.