Patent Attorney – Senior Counsel

Testing Site - JPMC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Chicago seeks a Patent Attorney with 3 to 5 years of experience to join our Technology and IP Legal Team. You will manage a diverse patent portfolio at the intersection of technology and finance, safeguarding IP assets and advising on strategic matters.

The role covers invention intake, coordination with outside counsel, inventor outreach, and staying current on patent laws. In-house collaboration across lines of business and regions is essential, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school with active U.S. license.
• Registered as a patent attorney with USPTO.
• 3+ years patent experience in firm or corporate setting.
• Strong knowledge of software patent eligibility under 35 U.S.C. §101.

Responsibilities

• Oversee invention intake, evaluate disclosures, and formulate protection strategies.
• Coordinate patent prosecution with outside counsel and review office actions.
• Engage in inventor outreach, harvesting, and education; participate in events.
• Develop protection strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Provide legal guidance on IP issues to business partners.
• Stay current on patent laws and industry trends to maintain strategic edge.
• Support other IP-related matters as needed.

Skills

Patent prosecution expertise

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

JPMorganChase is seeking a Patent Attorney with 3 to 5 years of experience to join our dynamic Technology and Intellectual Property Legal Team. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned patent attorney to manage a diverse patent portfolio at the intersection of technology and finance. With over 60,000 technologists globally, our firm thrives in a fast-paced environment driven by an ambitious technology agenda. You will be responsible for safeguarding the firm’s intellectual property assets, ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations, and providing strategic legal advice to support our various lines of business.

As a Patent Attorney in the Technology and Intellectual Property Legal Team, part of the Corporate Legal Department, you will offer comprehensive legal support to the firm’s global technology organization, spanning all lines of business, corporate functions, and regions. Our team provides primary legal coverage in areas such as Intellectual Property, Cybersecurity, Privacy, Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies, Cloud, Data Management, Technology Transactions, Outsourcing, SaaS and Licensing Agreements, and other emerging technologies such as quantum computing and artificial intelligence or machine learning. Additionally, our team supports the firm's most innovative and cutting-edge initiatives, including the development of new products and services, the acquisition of technology services, research and development, and external partnerships and collaborations.

The Legal Department at JPMorgan Chase & Co. manages legal and other risks, advises on products and services, interprets laws and regulations that impact the firm, and advises the firm on other matters. Our global team is made up of 2,000 lawyers and legal professionals with a reputation as thought leaders who deliver best-in‑class services. As trusted advisors, we help the firm’s clients while also safeguarding the integrity of the firm. We are committed to a culture of inclusivity and belonging, where people can grow and succeed throughout their careers while working for a first‑in‑class financial institution doing cutting‑edge work. If these values resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.

Job responsibilities:

• Oversee the invention intake process, including the evaluation of invention disclosures and the formulation of appropriate protection strategies.
• Coordinate patent prosecution efforts with outside counsel, ensuring the review of draft applications and office action responses to maintain high-quality work and service standards.
• Engage in inventor outreach and education, participate in invention harvesting and brainstorming sessions, and contribute to both internal and external innovation-related events.
• Acquire in-depth knowledge of the relevant line of business and develop effective protection strategies aligned with the strategic priorities of business partners.
• Offer legal guidance to business partners on intellectual property issues.
• Keep abreast of changes in patent laws, regulations, and industry trends to ensure compliance and maintain a strategic edge.
• Support other intellectual property-related matters as needed.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school, with an active license to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Registered as a patent attorney with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• 3+ years of relevant patent experience within a law firm or corporate law department.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of patent prosecution, including collaboration with inventors and the drafting and prosecution of patent applications.
• Strong understanding of patent law, particularly regarding patent eligibility under 35 U.S.C. § 101 as it applies to software.
• Proven ability to independently identify issues, analyze problems, and develop effective solutions.
• Strong communication & interaction skills, capable of engaging with personnel and management at all levels, including senior executives.
• Ability to perform accurately under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in a high-performance environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build consensus within a global matrix organization.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a software related field.
• Extensive experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications related to software.
• In‑house experience managing outside counsel.
• Experience in reviewing work products prepared by outside counsel, associates, or patent agents.
• Familiarity with patent management and docketing systems.

All candidates for roles in the Legal department must be licensed to practice law in the country of employment and successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.