Hourly Wage for Top Patent Attorney Salary in the United States

Hourly Wage for Top Patent Attorney Salary

How much does a Top Patent Attorney make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Top Patent Attorney in the United States is $135 as of June 27, 2024, but the range typically falls between $113 and $155. 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. 

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Top Patent Attorney Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Top Patent Attorney Salary $94 US June 27, 2024
25th Percentile Top Patent Attorney Salary $113 US June 27, 2024
50th Percentile Top Patent Attorney Salary $135 US June 27, 2024
75th Percentile Top Patent Attorney Salary $155 US June 27, 2024
90th Percentile Top Patent Attorney Salary $174 US June 27, 2024
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What skills does a Top Patent Attorney need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Communication Skills: Communication skills are your ability to share or understand information, ideas, and feelings successfully.

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Computer Science: Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.

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Cell Biology: Utilizing techniques to study cell structures and functions for further research on human anatomy, physiology, and medications.

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Communication Skills 6.67%
Computer Science 2.62%
Cell Biology 0.98%
Others 89.73%

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Job Description for Top Patent Attorney

Top Patent Attorney plans and directs all aspects of an organization's patent related legal issues. Provides patent expertise to other departments where needed. Being a Top Patent Attorney demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Additionally, Top Patent Attorney requires admittance to a state bar. Typically reports to top management. The Top Patent Attorney manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Top Patent Attorney typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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  • Messner Reeves, LLP - Denver, CO
    Messner Reeves LLP, a full-service business law firm, with 10 offices nationwide, seeks an experienced Patent Attorney in Denver, Colorado. The ideal candi...
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  • Messner Reeves, LLP - Phoenix, AZ
    Messner Reeves LLP, a full-service business law firm, with 10 offices nationwide, seeks an experienced Patent Attorney in Phoenix, AZ. The ideal candidate ...
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  • Messner Reeves, LLP - Denver, CO
    Messner Reeves LLP, a full-service business law firm, with 10 offices nationwide, seeks an experienced Patent Attorney in Denver, Colorado. The ideal candi...
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  • Messner Reeves, LLP - Phoenix, AZ
    Messner Reeves LLP, a full-service business law firm, with 10 offices nationwide, seeks an experienced Patent Attorney in Phoenix, AZ. The ideal candidate ...
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  • Wray Community District Hospital - Wray, CO
    \*Salary range $46.50-58.00 hour (with differential). \*$5,000 signing bonus. student loan payback opportunities, and moving expenses\. On call: full week ...
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Top Patent Attorney Pay Difference by Location

Top Patent Attorney salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Top Patent Attorney, the highest Top Patent Attorney salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Top Patent Attorney salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Top Patent Attorney salary is in Miami, FL, where the Top Patent Attorney salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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