Intellectual Property Lawyer
Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.
At a Glance
Intellectual Property Lawyer earns an average of $149,100/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 2.3–5.3 years. Top skills: Patents, Lawsuits, Trademarks.
$149,100/yr
Bachelor's degree
2.3–5.3 years
3
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Lawyers
Median Wage
$151,160/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.1%
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (19)
Patents
Lawsuits
Trademarks
Providing Legal Advice
Intellectual Property
Patent Prosecution
Patent Applications
Legal Hearings
Intellectual Property Portfolios
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Electromagnetism
Computer Engineering
Trade Secrets
Trademark Prosecution
Patent Infringement
Intellectual Property Laws
Technology Transfer
Contract Review
Common Skills (5)
Certifications (2)
State Bar Membership
Security Clearance
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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