Intellectual Property Patent Attorney - Denver

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 200 firm recognized for its innovative legal strategies, powerful policy insight, and strong business acumen. With 14 offices nationwide, more than 300 attorneys and policy professionals, and a 50-year history of excellence, this firm continues to lead at the forefront of legal, legislative, and business change.

The firm’s Intellectual Property practice is seeking a Patent Attorney with 2–6 years of experience to join its Denver office. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a team of attorneys who combine technical expertise with business strategy to protect and expand clients’ intellectual property assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.

• Advise clients on IP strategy, portfolio management, and enforcement.

• Conduct patentability, freedom-to-operate, and invalidity analyses.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop creative IP solutions.

• Engage with clients in consumer electronics, software, AI, machine learning, and data systems industries.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of patent law experience, ideally in private practice.

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software, or Computer Science required.

• Admission to the USPTO (or eligibility to sit for the Patent Bar).

• Prior non-legal technical experience with consumer electronics, software, web services, AI, or data systems preferred.

• Excellent academic credentials, strong writing, analytical, and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• Juris Doctor (JD) required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $207,500 – $305,000 (depending on experience).

• Bonus eligibility: Hours-based bonus structure.

• Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, 401(k) with matching, profit sharing, and paid time off.

Application Requirements

Please submit:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Law school transcript

• Writing sample

This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of law, technology, and innovation, while contributing to a nationally recognized Intellectual Property practice within a leading Am Law 200 firm.