How much does a Patent Counsel make? The average Patent Counsel salary is $160,454 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $135,986 and $207,226. Salary ranges 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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Monolithic Power Systems - San Jose , CA
Job Summary: We are looking to hire a Patent Counsel with excellent communication skills and the ability to explain, clarify and simplify complex technical information. As a member of MPS ...
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Elektrofi - Boston , MA
Patent Counsel ABOUT ELEKTROFI Elektrofi is a biopharmaceutical formulation technology company that is revolutionizing the delivery of biologic therapies by giving patients the ability to control how ...
LinkedIn - 48 days ago
Unified Patents - Washington , DC
Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), in particular working on ex parte reexamination proceedings ... outside counsel Amicus curiae drafting and support; comment drafting and support Contract ...
LinkedIn - 63 days ago
Audrey Golden Associates Ltd. - Parsippany , NJ
Well-respected mid-size firm is seeking an experienced attorney for a Patent Litigation Counsel role. Qualified candidates will have a degree, preferably advanced, in electrical or mechanical ...
LinkedIn - 7 days ago
Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search - Washington , DC
This position will primarily involve prosecution and patent counseling but will also have opportunity to support various other types of related legal work. The ideal candidate is a junior- to mid ...
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AbbVie - South San Francisco , CA
Job Description AbbVie is searching for an in-house patent prosecution Counsel for our Intellectual Property Prosecution group. This position will preferably be based in our South San Francisco ...
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Patent Counsel Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Patent Counsel between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of March 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Patent Counsel in each city.
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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $200,568
Washington, DC $178,585
Miami, FL $154,838
Chicago, IL $168,316
Boston, MA $179,869
New York, NY $187,410
Dallas, TX $158,368
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Average Base Salary

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207226
160454

Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Patent Counsel in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Patent Counsel in the United States. The base salary for Patent Counsel ranges from $135,986 to $207,226 with the average base salary of $160,454. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $142,515 to $223,976 with the average total cash compensation of $174,112.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $160,454 $135,986 - $207,226
Bonus $13,657 $6,528 - $16,750
Total Pay $174,112 $142,515 - $223,976
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
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What's the difference between Chief Patent Counsel and Patent Counsel?
According to our latest salary estimation on March 26, 2024. The average salary of Patent Counsel is $160,454, and the average salary of Chief Patent Counsel is $279,100. The average salary of Chief Patent Counsel is higher than Patent Counsel. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
I am a Patent Counsel, which location’s salary is higher, Oxnard, CA or Hutchinson, KS?
Oxnard, CA typically sees higher pay than Hutchinson, KS for Patent Counsel. a Patent Counsel Salary in Oxnard, CA is $172,007 as of March 26, 2024; a Patent Counsel Salary in Hutchinson, KS is $148,260 as of March 26, 2024. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
Why does the salary of a Patent Counsel vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Patent Counsel?
Salary ranges for a Patent Counsel can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Last Update: March 26, 2024