This is a Patent Agent position with an Am Law 100 firm.
The role requires at least three years of patent prosecution experience.
Candidates must have a technology background in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and/or Chemical Engineering.
Experience is required in one or more of the following technologies: hardware and devices, software, database technology, artificial intelligence, wireless, and image and/or signal processing.
Primary responsibilities include reviewing invention disclosures, conducting prior art searches, drafting patent applications, and managing patent dockets.
You will also formulate response strategies, conduct examiner interviews, and draft/file responses to USPTO office actions.
Additional duties involve analyzing patents for due diligence and freedom to operate analyses.
USPTO admission is required. Prior law firm experience is preferred.
The role demands excellent written and verbal communication, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
This is a hybrid position, requiring approximately 60% in-office work.
The role can be based in the San Diego, Boston, or New York office.
The salary range for this position is $130,000 to $200,000, plus bonus eligibility.
A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

July 8, 2026

Patent Prosecution - Patent Agent (High Tech) - SD | BOS | NY

Intellectual PropertyPatent Prosecution

Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C.
San Diego, Boston, New York City

Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C.San Diego, Boston, New York City

Practice area

Intellectual Property · Patent Prosecution

PQE

3+ years

Locations

San Diego, California | Boston, Massachusetts | New York City, New York

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

This is a Patent Agent position with an Am Law 100 firm.
The role requires at least three years of patent prosecution experience.
Candidates must have a technology background in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and/or Chemical Engineering.
Experience is required in one or more of the following technologies: hardware and devices, software, database technology, artificial intelligence, wireless, and image and/or signal processing.
Primary responsibilities include reviewing invention disclosures, conducting prior art searches, drafting patent applications, and managing patent dockets.
You will also formulate response strategies, conduct examiner interviews, and draft/file responses to USPTO office actions.
Additional duties involve analyzing patents for due diligence and freedom to operate analyses.
USPTO admission is required. Prior law firm experience is preferred.
The role demands excellent written and verbal communication, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
This is a hybrid position, requiring approximately 60% in-office work.
The role can be based in the San Diego, Boston, or New York office.
The salary range for this position is $130,000 to $200,000, plus bonus eligibility.
A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Trusted recruiters

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

Top recruiter for this opening
Jack Bergin
Legal Recruiter
Illapa Search
Why talk to Jack Bergin?
Kate Yoon joined Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C.'s New York City office in the Corporate group.
Jack was a great recruiter to work with as I navigated re-entering the workforce after some time off.
Kate Yoon
Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C. • New York City
Top recruiter for this opening
Priya Gulati
Legal Recruiter
Pacific Legal Search
Why talk to Priya Gulati?
Kevin K. Kim joined Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C.'s San Diego office in the Labor & Employment group.
I'm not sure that I have much to say about Priya that hasn't already been said. She's obviously incredible at her job and we have the choice of a seeming endless number of recruiters, so why Priya? This is going to sound hokey, but she genuinely cares about her candidates and structures her searches based upon what's best for the candidate, not for her. It's pretty clear she genuinely loves what she does and at the end of the day, all she really wants is for you to be happy with whatever decision you make, regardless of whether or not it benefits her. She'll basically guarantee that whatever position you're targeting, you're giving it your best shot, and there is no way you won't be overprepared. If you're looking to make a move, or even just have questions about the state of the market, look no further. Priya is an ace recruiter, but an even better person.
Kevin K. Kim
Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C. • San Diego

Trusted recruiters

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

Top recruiter for this opening
Jack Bergin
Legal Recruiter
Illapa Search
Why talk to Jack Bergin?
Kate Yoon joined Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C.'s New York City office in the Corporate group.
Jack was a great recruiter to work with as I navigated re-entering the workforce after some time off.
Kate Yoon
Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C. • New York City
Top recruiter for this opening
Priya Gulati
Legal Recruiter
Pacific Legal Search
Why talk to Priya Gulati?
Kevin K. Kim joined Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C.'s San Diego office in the Labor & Employment group.
I'm not sure that I have much to say about Priya that hasn't already been said. She's obviously incredible at her job and we have the choice of a seeming endless number of recruiters, so why Priya? This is going to sound hokey, but she genuinely cares about her candidates and structures her searches based upon what's best for the candidate, not for her. It's pretty clear she genuinely loves what she does and at the end of the day, all she really wants is for you to be happy with whatever decision you make, regardless of whether or not it benefits her. She'll basically guarantee that whatever position you're targeting, you're giving it your best shot, and there is no way you won't be overprepared. If you're looking to make a move, or even just have questions about the state of the market, look no further. Priya is an ace recruiter, but an even better person.
Kevin K. Kim
Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C. • San Diego

Last updated: July 9, 2026

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