A Day in the Life: Patent Attorney, Parent, Dog‑Dad

At Harrity & Harrity, we believe that great work comes from great balance. That’s why we empower our attorneys and agents to design their work schedules in ways that support both professional excellence and personal well‑being, backed by our 100% remote-first environment.

Patent drafting attorney Ferrell Alman, based in North Carolina, recently shared a behind‑the‑scenes look at a typical day working remotely for Harrity. His daily routine reflects what part of makes our firm special — flexibility, focus, and a culture that supports life outside of work.

Ferrell’s day starts before sunrise with an early run and quality time with his family and dog, Indiana Jones. By 8:15 a.m., he’s ready for work: coffee brewed, workspace set up, and music queued (with a traditional New Year throw-back). From that point until mid‑afternoon, Ferrell balances focused drafting and review of patent claims with life’s rhythms, including lunch with his four‑legged co‑worker and prepping dough for his family’s Friday night pizza tradition.

His afternoon includes an email check‑in, household tasks, and a refreshing trail walk with Indiana Jones before he transitions back to some meaningful, focused work. By late afternoon, it’s time for school pickup and family dinner, another reminder that flexibility doesn’t mean less productivity; it means smarter integration of work and life.

At Harrity, our remote‑friendly environment allows attorneys to thrive both professionally and personally. If you’re an experienced patent attorney or agent with an electrical or mechanical background and you’re looking for a firm that values flexibility, efficiency, and quality of life, we want to hear from you.

We’re hiring across the U.S. Visit www.harrityllp.com/careers/attorneys to explore open opportunities and apply.

Watch Ferrell’s full “Day in the Life” video below to see real remote work at Harrity in practice.

To learn more about our workplace and career opportunities, visit www.harrityllp.com/careers.