AN AI-NATIVE, CLIENT-FOCUSED, FUTURE-READY PATENT BOUTIQUE.
Harrity & Harrity is a next-generation patent law firm that combines elite legal expertise with proprietary AI and automation tools to dramatically enhance quality, speed, and client value. We’re seeking experienced patent professionals and administrative staff who want to go beyond simple patent prosecution; we are looking for those who want to draft the future.
See below for our 100% remote, US-based job openings.
- Life/Work Balance – work where you want, when you want, and how much you want
- Ample, Steady Work – preparation and prosecution work from a mix of leading electrical and mechanical technology companies
- Excellent Compensation Package – production-based, and includes comprehensive benefits
- Exceptional Opportunities – advance your career and gain experience in various areas, including business development and client management, and client counseling, as all clients are firm clients
- Positive, Innovative Firm Culture – opportunities to work with cutting edge technology, a collaborative & family-friendly work environment, and a dedicated support team
- Commitment to Progress – by fostering a respectful, engaging, and supportive culture and launching free trainings open to all, we aim to create pathways that empower individuals to succeed in the patent field
Our team loves working at Harrity because of the culture. A few things that we do differently include:
- Our work environment is casual.
- We balance work and our personal lives.
- Our environment fosters collaboration, creativity, and growth.
- We hold weekly coffee chats and annual meet ups.
- We are continuously learning.
- We always have a positive attitude.
We are committed to equal opportunity hiring practices. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Patent Pathways®
FREE VIRTUAL WORKSHOP FOR CAREERS IN PATENT LAW
Patent Pathways® is a nonprofit initiative dedicated to addressing barriers to equal opportunity in the patent bar through free, virtual education, practical exercises, and financial support. The goal is to provide each participant with the tools to take and pass the patent bar and begin their pathway into a career in patent law.
All patent bar expenses will be paid for each participant, and classes will occur in evenings to accommodate existing work and study schedules, made possible by the generosity of our program partners and sponsors.
Patent Pathways® includes:
- Guest Speakers
- Patent Law Introductory Training
- Patent Preparation Skills Training
- Patent Prosecution Skills Training
- Writing Skills Training by Writing Expert, Julie Seitz
- Resume and Interview Preparation Workshops
- Patent Bar Preparation Courses from PLI
- Paid Patent Bar Exam and Registration
- Career Mentoring & Job Matching
- Patent Attorney Q&As
- Networking Opportunities
The application window for the 2025 program is now open!
Eligibility Requirements:
- You have a Category A technical degree from an accredited college or university;
- You reside in the U.S. and are eligible to sit for the U.S. Patent Bar but are not yet registered (see USPTO Eligibility Requirements here);
- You do not currently work at a law firm handling patent work;
- You are available to attend the full course schedule.
The Harrity Academy®
FREE VIRTUAL PATENT COURSES
The Harrity Academy™ is a free program which introduces individuals to the field of patent law, provides exclusive training, practice materials, and mentorship, and teaches how to effectively and efficiently draft and prosecute high-quality patent applications. The goal of this program is to help reduce barriers preventing participants from entering the patent field while enhancing the quality of their overall practice.
The Harrity Academy™ is comprised of three courses: Patent Basics, Patent Drafting, and Patent Prosecution. Courses will be broken into regularly scheduled online classes and include practice assignments, speakers, and one-on-one mentorship throughout the course duration.
Applicant Requirements:
- You have or are obtaining a technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent fields from an accredited college or university;
- You reside in the U.S. and are registered or eligible to register for the USPTO patent bar