Intellectual Property Attorney Jobs in Pennsylvania
Intellectual Property Attorney jobs in Pennsylvania draw strong demand from the state's dense concentration of pharmaceutical companies, research universities, and technology firms, with openings at every level from newly barred associates through senior counsel and partners. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh anchor most of the hiring, with Malvern, King of Prussia, and the Route 202 corridor adding significant volume thanks to life sciences anchors like GSK, Merck, and Johnson and Johnson. Patent prosecution in biotech and pharmaceuticals, trademark portfolio management, and IP litigation are the most consistently sought specialties across Pennsylvania employers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are hiring an Implementation Consultant to join our Intellectual Property team at Clarivate. In this customer-facing role, you will partner with clients to successfully deploy Clarivate software solutions, guiding them through implementation, adoption, and best practices. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will manage end-to-end implementation projects, solve complex challenges, and help customers maximize the value of our industry-leading products while delivering an exceptional client experience.
About You – experience, education, skills, and accomplishments
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience
5+ years of experience in a client implementation or client-facing role
Prior work experience as a patent paralegal or in the IP industry
It would be great if you also had...
Experience with IPFolio, Memotech, or TIPMS
What will you be doing in this role?
Implement, configure, and deploy solutions using Clarivate software products, utilizing technical skills and domain knowledge.
Analyze and interpret business requirements, use cases, workflows, and data to implement appropriate solutions.
Identify, diagnose, and troubleshoot software product issues in collaboration with Product and Support teams.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure cohesive service implementation delivery.
Provide support and knowledge sharing throughout all phases of the implementation project scope.
Perform and document implementation tasks using defined procedures and systems.
Contribute to the development and improvement of standard procedures.
About the Team
Come join the Service Implementation team! Our team is comprised of five consulting groups, each dedicated to supporting a specific client segment within our Intellectual Property business. In this role, you will focus on partnering with corporate clients, helping them successfully implement and maximize the value of Clarivate solutions. You will report to the Manager of Service Implementation and collaborate with a highly knowledgeable global team. While our team spans multiple regions, many of your closest colleagues are based in Ann Arbor, creating opportunities for connection, collaboration, and shared expertise.
Hours of Work
Full time, permanent position
This position requires working regular business hours in EST with the ability to flex as needed
This is a hybrid role working 2 days a week in one of our Clarivate offices in the United States
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At Clarivate, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons with respect to hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non-discrimination in all locations.
We are hiring an Implementation Consultant to join our Intellectual Property team at Clarivate. In this customer-facing role, you will partner with clients to successfully deploy Clarivate software solutions, guiding them through implementation, adoption, and best practices. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will manage end-to-end implementation projects, solve complex challenges, and help customers maximize the value of our industry-leading products while delivering an exceptional client experience.
About You – experience, education, skills, and accomplishments
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience
5+ years of experience in a client implementation or client-facing role
Prior work experience as a patent paralegal or in the IP industry
It would be great if you also had...
Experience with IPFolio, Memotech, or TIPMS
What will you be doing in this role?
Implement, configure, and deploy solutions using Clarivate software products, utilizing technical skills and domain knowledge.
Analyze and interpret business requirements, use cases, workflows, and data to implement appropriate solutions.
Identify, diagnose, and troubleshoot software product issues in collaboration with Product and Support teams.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure cohesive service implementation delivery.
Provide support and knowledge sharing throughout all phases of the implementation project scope.
Perform and document implementation tasks using defined procedures and systems.
Contribute to the development and improvement of standard procedures.
About the Team
Come join the Service Implementation team! Our team is comprised of five consulting groups, each dedicated to supporting a specific client segment within our Intellectual Property business. In this role, you will focus on partnering with corporate clients, helping them successfully implement and maximize the value of Clarivate solutions. You will report to the Manager of Service Implementation and collaborate with a highly knowledgeable global team. While our team spans multiple regions, many of your closest colleagues are based in Ann Arbor, creating opportunities for connection, collaboration, and shared expertise.
Hours of Work
Full time, permanent position
This position requires working regular business hours in EST with the ability to flex as needed
This is a hybrid role working 2 days a week in one of our Clarivate offices in the United States
#LI-LP
#LI-Hybrid
At Clarivate, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons with respect to hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non-discrimination in all locations.
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in intellectual property attorney jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active law license issued or recognized by the Pennsylvania Bar through the Pennsylvania Supreme Court
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school plus USPTO registration for patent roles
- Three or more years of IP prosecution, litigation, or transactional experience in a relevant technical field
- Technical background in life sciences, chemistry, electrical engineering, or computer science for patent work
- Demonstrated experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO
- Strong writing and analytical skills with experience advising clients on freedom-to-operate and clearance opinions
Intellectual Property Attorney Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an intellectual property attorney in Pennsylvania?
To practice as an intellectual property attorney in Pennsylvania you must pass the Pennsylvania Bar Examination and be admitted by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court through the Pennsylvania Board of Law Examiners. A Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school is required before sitting for the exam. Attorneys who focus on patent prosecution before the USPTO must also pass the Patent Bar, which requires a qualifying technical undergraduate degree in a field such as engineering, chemistry, or biology.
How much do intellectual property attorneys make in Pennsylvania?
Intellectual property attorneys in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $157,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,100 for the lowest 10% to over $323,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire intellectual property attorneys in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring intellectual property attorneys in Pennsylvania right now include Clarivate, Lutron Electronics, and Villanova University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's deep concentration of pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and medical device companies means a large share of openings are in-house positions focused on patent prosecution and portfolio management for life sciences innovations.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most intellectual property attorney jobs?
Philadelphia, Villanova, and Coopersburg account for the most intellectual property attorney openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia dominates because it sits at the center of the Delaware Valley life sciences corridor and hosts the largest concentration of Am Law 100 firms in the state, while Pittsburgh draws demand from Carnegie Mellon University spinouts, robotics companies, and healthcare systems that need counsel for software and medical-device patents.
Are there remote intellectual property attorney jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, and more than most legal specialties, because IP prosecution and transactional work are largely document-driven and do not require courtroom appearances for most roles. About 50% of intellectual property attorney openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a shift that accelerated among patent prosecution and trademark prosecution roles in particular. Patent litigation positions tend to require more on-site presence during trial preparation.
How can I get hired as an intellectual property attorney in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a first-year associate position at a Philadelphia or Pittsburgh IP boutique or Am Law 200 firm that recruits directly from Pennsylvania law schools such as Penn Law, Temple Beasley, and Pitt Law. Large in-house legal departments at Pennsylvania pharmaceutical companies often hire patent agents or technical specialists who are pursuing their law degree part-time. Passing the Patent Bar before admission to the Pennsylvania Bar is a strong differentiator that opens doors to prosecution roles even without a full year of attorney experience.
Where can I find and apply to intellectual property attorney jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to intellectual property attorney jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your practice area and experience level, and apply directly to each position.
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