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How much does a Patent Prosecution Attorney I make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Patent Prosecution Attorney I in the United States is $50 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $37 and $65. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Patent Prosecution Attorney I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Patent Prosecution Attorney I Salary $25 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Patent Prosecution Attorney I Salary $37 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Patent Prosecution Attorney I Salary $50 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Patent Prosecution Attorney I Salary $65 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Patent Prosecution Attorney I Salary $79 US March 26, 2024
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The Patent Prosecution Attorney I is responsible for preparing and filing patent applications and trademark registrations, litigating pending applications and registrations, and reporting possible violations. Determines potential of granting patents on inventions or trademarks, and monitors possibility of infringement. Being a Patent Prosecution Attorney I requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Prosecutes violations of organization's registrations and/or patents. In addition, Patent Prosecution Attorney I typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Patent Prosecution Attorney I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Working as a Patent Prosecution Attorney I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Patent Prosecution Attorney I

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Attorney, Experienced - Patents

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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