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May 21, 2026

Patent Agent

Intellectual PropertyPatent Prosecution
Baker & Hostetler LLP

Baker & Hostetler LLP

District of Columbia, Columbus, New York City, Houston, Austin, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, Chicago, Cleveland, Orlando, Atlanta, Cincinnati

Patent Agent

Baker & Hostetler LLP
Baker & Hostetler LLPDistrict of Columbia, Columbus, New York City, Houston, Austin, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, Chicago, Cleveland, Orlando, Atlanta, Cincinnati

Practice area

Intellectual Property

· Patent Prosecution

PQE

3+ years

Locations

District of Columbia, District of Columbia | Columbus, Ohio | New York City, New York | Houston, Texas | Austin, Texas | Dallas, Texas | Denver, Colorado | Los Angeles, California | Orange County, California | San Francisco, California | Chicago, Illinois | Cleveland, Ohio | Orlando, Florida | Atlanta, Georgia | Cincinnati, Ohio

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Join Baker Hostetler's Intellectual Property Team as a Patent Agent.
  • Core responsibilities include patent drafting, prosecution, and responding to office actions.
  • Conduct and analyze patent searches, providing assessments on patentability, prior art, non-infringement, and validity.
  • Provide client counseling, portfolio management, IP due diligence, and support licensing activities.
  • Requires a minimum of three years of experience as a Patent Agent within an IP law firm.
  • Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
  • Applicants must be registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
  • Essential skills include strong writing, research abilities, and a solid academic record.
  • Experience with software development is preferred.
  • This role is available in numerous US office locations, including major markets such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Houston.
  • The annual salary for this position ranges from $130,000 to $180,000, complemented by a performance- and hours-based bonus program.
  • Benefits package includes a 401(k) retirement plan, group health, dental, and vision insurance.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

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Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Rebecca Glatzer
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Rebecca Glatzer

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Rebecca Glatzer?

    Katy Lucas joined Baker & Hostetler LLP's Atlanta office in the Health Care group.

    Rebecca was fantastic to work with. Consistently easy and fast communication, and her knowledge of the Atlanta legal market is unparalleled. I would recommend Rebecca to anyone and genuinely enjoyed the entire process!

    Baker & Hostetler LLP

    Katy Lucas

    Baker & Hostetler LLP • Atlanta
  • Darin Morgan
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Darin Morgan

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Darin Morgan?

    Mike Nagelberg joined Baker & Hostetler LLP's District of Columbia office in the Environmental group.

    Darin went above and beyond to ensure that my next career move would be the perfect fit. He consistently maintained close contact throughout the recruiting process, offered helpful insight and guidance on interview preparations and post-offer strategies, and exercised notable patience to allow me the opportunity to make an informed decision on my job change. His top of the line networking skills and unique ability to opportunistically place candidates in desired locations were evident on day one, and I highly recommend him to all attorneys who are considering a move.

    Baker & Hostetler LLP

    Mike Nagelberg

    Baker & Hostetler LLP • District of Columbia

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Rebecca Glatzer
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Rebecca Glatzer

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Rebecca Glatzer?

    Katy Lucas joined Baker & Hostetler LLP's Atlanta office in the Health Care group.

    Rebecca was fantastic to work with. Consistently easy and fast communication, and her knowledge of the Atlanta legal market is unparalleled. I would recommend Rebecca to anyone and genuinely enjoyed the entire process!

    Baker & Hostetler LLP

    Katy Lucas

    Baker & Hostetler LLP • Atlanta
  • Darin Morgan
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Darin Morgan

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Darin Morgan?

    Mike Nagelberg joined Baker & Hostetler LLP's District of Columbia office in the Environmental group.

    Darin went above and beyond to ensure that my next career move would be the perfect fit. He consistently maintained close contact throughout the recruiting process, offered helpful insight and guidance on interview preparations and post-offer strategies, and exercised notable patience to allow me the opportunity to make an informed decision on my job change. His top of the line networking skills and unique ability to opportunistically place candidates in desired locations were evident on day one, and I highly recommend him to all attorneys who are considering a move.

    Baker & Hostetler LLP

    Mike Nagelberg

    Baker & Hostetler LLP • District of Columbia