Patent Attorney; Lateral – Commission-Based

Patent Attorney (Lateral Hire) – Commission-Based Compensation

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Practice Focus: Patent Prosecution and Strategic Counseling

We are a boutique intellectual property firm seeking an experienced patent attorney for a lateral hire role with a commission-based compensation structure. This opportunity is designed for senior practitioners who value high-quality work, close client relationships, and the economics of a boutique environment.

Our firm operates as a true boutique with direct attorney involvement at every stage of representation. We emphasize long-term client partnerships, technical rigor, and professional autonomy. Administrative and operational support is provided, allowing attorneys to concentrate on legal analysis, drafting, and client strategy.

• Handle patent prosecution matters end-to-end, including drafting, filing, and office action responses
• Advise clients on patent strategy, portfolio development, and risk considerations
• Maintain and grow client relationships consistent with a boutique service model
• Contribute to firm culture, mentorship, and practice development as appropriate

• JD and active state bar membership
• Registered to practice before the USPTO
• Substantial patent prosecution experience (generally 5+ years)
• Strong technical background aligned with practice needs
• Portable or emerging book of business preferred, but not mandatory
• Commitment to high-quality, detail-oriented legal work

• Commission-based compensation tied to collected revenue
• Competitive percentage reflecting boutique economics and low internal overhead
• No billing quotas or origination caps
• Compensation structure designed to reward efficiency, quality, and client trust
• Direct client access and meaningful responsibility
• Greater control over workload and practice direction
• Transparent economics without large-firm bureaucracy
• Collegial environment focused on excellence rather than volume

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief description of their practice focus and client development experience. All inquiries will be treated with discretion and confidentiality.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full-time

• Legal

• Law Practice

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