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Who we are

For over 140 years, Fish & Richardson has served some of the most imaginative creators in history, including Thomas Edison and the Wright Brothers. This spirit of innovation is shared not only by our clients, but by all Fish employees. If you’re looking for an employer who values not only what you do, but how you think, let’s talk.

  • “#1 Patent Litigation Firm"

  • “Top Trademark Law Firm”

  • “Top 15% for Diversity”

  • “IP Litigation Law Firm of the Year”

  • “IP Boutique of the Year”

  • “Most Innovative Use of Technology”

A 21 st Century
Law Firm

While our founding dates back to 1878, we’ve never stopped evolving to better serve our clients,
our communities, and the world at large.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our creative and inclusive culture is a reflection of a vibrant combination of people, experiences, talents, and perspectives. Diversity is not a buzzword at Fish; it is an essential part of who we are as individuals and why we succeed as a firm. 

GREEN INITIATIVES

As advocates for cleantech companies and other progressive clientele, we also realize the importance of doing our part to help preserve our planet’s health. We are conscious of using renewable power and encourage all employees to reduce, reuse, and recycle, both at work and in their personal lives. 

Generous Employee Benefits

  • Retirement

    Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution 

  • Healthcare

    Medical, dental, and vision coverage; group and supplemental life insurance

  • Disability

    Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

  • Wellness

    Employee wellness initiatives, featuring fitness center reimbursements

  • Paid Time Off

    Generous vacation, sick, and personal time

  • Family-friendly

    Family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care and elder care

  • Tuition

    Tuition reimbursement program

  • Casual

    Business casual attire and casual Fridays

  • Development

    Robust onboarding and training programs, including professional development planning

Career Opportunities

Conflicts Attorney – Remote (Washington, DC)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (Redwood City, CA)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (San Diego, CA)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (New York, NY)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (Minneapolis, MN)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (Houston, TX)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (Wilmington, DE)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (Dallas, TX)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (Chicago, IL)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (Boston, MA)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (Austin, TX)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


Conflicts Attorney – Remote (Atlanta, GA)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s team in our fast-paced Risk and Compliance Department as a Conflicts Attorney.

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Maintain proficient level of knowledge of and advise on ethical requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including the ABA model rules, Title 37 C.F.R., and other relevant legal ethics issues. Provide research, analysis, and recommendations to ensure the firm’s compliance.
  • Analyze conflict of interest reports, identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. Work and communicate directly with the firm’s attorneys and their assistants to resolve potential conflicts issues.
  • Research lateral candidate issues, including former government employee requirements and state adoption of ABA Model Rules – and draft appropriate waivers or notices, and declarations.
  • Manage Intake Committee meetings and support committee members with business research and other assistance as needed.
  • Train Conflicts staff on identifying and resolving complex ethical and subject matter conflicts in connection with new business and lateral hire reviews.
  • Advise Conflicts staff regarding business and ethical conflict of interest issues, including the creation or modification of ethical walls.
  • Assist attorneys, paralegals, assistants and operations staff with understanding the firm’s new business and lateral review policies and procedures.
  • Assist with ongoing maintenance of conflicts database information to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Work with department leadership to document and improve current processes and procedures.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Requires a Juris Doctor degree and bar membership in good standing in the state in which the person works.
  • Requires 3+ years’ experience working in the conflicts or new business intake department of a law firm
  • Requires thorough knowledge of law firm administrative processes acquired through related ethics and conflicts experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of conflicts of interest, including ethical, subject matter, and business conflicts.
  • Working knowledge of automated conflicts databases.
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed research and analysis of legal matters. Ability to think strategically, to identify issues and problems, and recommend and implement effective solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a professional manner with all levels of legal, management, clients, and support staff, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact.
  • Excellent client service skills, including the ability to display a professional, client-centric, and service-oriented attitude to both internal and external clients.
  • Requires proficiency in utilizing Microsoft 365 office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as the willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
  • Knowledge of InTapp Conflicts software products is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Ability to quickly change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.
  • Occasional travel may be required in this position.
  • This role is part of The Hub, Fish’s remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence. The preferred working hours are 9-5 or 10-6 pacific time.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The estimated starting pay range is $133,000-$222,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team


No current openings.
No current openings.

Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities) (Dallas, TX)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s Dallas team in our fast-paced Practice Systems Department as a Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities).

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Accurately prepare, obtain, and file documents related to information disclosure statements, formalities, and responses to office actions.
  • Maintain and manage a prosecution docket and follow up on items to ensure due dates and
  • deadlines are met.
  • Account for all hours worked on a daily basis by entering time into the firm’s timekeeping system in order to achieve the billable goal as established by practice management.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA (American Bar Association) recognized program or equivalent experience in legal support.
  • Minimum 6 months experience as a Patent Paralegal with U.S. and/or foreign prosecution
  • knowledge, or equivalent legal support experience, is preferred.
  • Preparation and filing of information disclosure statements and formal documents experience (i.e., assignments, declarations, office action shells, etc.) is preferred.
  • Ability to meet the firm’s billing requirement of 1300 hours per year.
  • Willingness to assist other team members when needed and ability to work well within a team-oriented environment.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, for a minimum of 3 days per month.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients, sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthens the fabric of our firm.


Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities) (Minneapolis, MN)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s Minneapolis team in our fast-paced Practice Systems Department as a Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities).

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Accurately prepare, obtain, and file documents related to information disclosure statements, formalities, and responses to office actions.
  • Maintain and manage a prosecution docket and follow up on items to ensure due dates and
  • deadlines are met.
  • Account for all hours worked on a daily basis by entering time into the firm’s timekeeping system in order to achieve the billable goal as established by practice management.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA (American Bar Association) recognized program or equivalent experience in legal support.
  • Minimum 6 months experience as a Patent Paralegal with U.S. and/or foreign prosecution
  • knowledge, or equivalent legal support experience, is preferred.
  • Preparation and filing of information disclosure statements and formal documents experience (i.e., assignments, declarations, office action shells, etc.) is preferred.
  • Ability to meet the firm’s billing requirement of 1300 hours per year.
  • Willingness to assist other team members when needed and ability to work well within a team-oriented environment.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, for a minimum of 3 days per month.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The salary range for this position varies by geographic market. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including education, experience, skills, professional background, overall qualifications, and location. In Minneapolis, the estimated pay range is $27.83 – $44.37 per hour (based on a 37.5-hour workweek), which is equivalent to $54,265 – $86,533 annually.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients, sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthens the fabric of our firm.


Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities) (Boston, MA)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s Boston team in our fast-paced Practice Systems Department as a Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities).

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Accurately prepare, obtain, and file documents related to information disclosure statements, formalities, and responses to office actions.
  • Maintain and manage a prosecution docket and follow up on items to ensure due dates and
  • deadlines are met.
  • Account for all hours worked on a daily basis by entering time into the firm’s timekeeping system in order to achieve the billable goal as established by practice management.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA (American Bar Association) recognized program or equivalent experience in legal support.
  • Minimum 6 months experience as a Patent Paralegal with U.S. and/or foreign prosecution
  • knowledge, or equivalent legal support experience, is preferred.
  • Preparation and filing of information disclosure statements and formal documents experience (i.e., assignments, declarations, office action shells, etc.) is preferred.
  • Ability to meet the firm’s billing requirement of 1300 hours per year.
  • Willingness to assist other team members when needed and ability to work well within a team-oriented environment.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, for a minimum of 3 days per month.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The salary range for this position varies by geographic market. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including education, experience, skills, professional background, overall qualifications, and location. In Boston, the estimated pay range is $25.91 – $44.53 per hour (based on a 35-hour workweek), which is equivalent to $47,154 – $81,045 annually.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients, sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthens the fabric of our firm.


Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities) (Washington, DC)

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world’s most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish’s Washington, D.C. team in our fast-paced Practice Systems Department as a Patent Paralegal (IDS/Formalities).

How Will You Make a Difference?

  • Accurately prepare, obtain, and file documents related to information disclosure statements, formalities, and responses to office actions.
  • Maintain and manage a prosecution docket and follow up on items to ensure due dates and
  • deadlines are met.
  • Account for all hours worked on a daily basis by entering time into the firm’s timekeeping system in order to achieve the billable goal as established by practice management.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

  • Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA (American Bar Association) recognized program or equivalent experience in legal support.
  • Minimum 6 months experience as a Patent Paralegal with U.S. and/or foreign prosecution
  • knowledge, or equivalent legal support experience, is preferred.
  • Preparation and filing of information disclosure statements and formal documents experience (i.e., assignments, declarations, office action shells, etc.) is preferred.
  • Ability to meet the firm’s billing requirement of 1300 hours per year.
  • Willingness to assist other team members when needed and ability to work well within a team-oriented environment.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in the office as needed for training and collaboration, for a minimum of 3 days per month.

Why Fish?

When you join our team, we offer:

  • Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
  • Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
  • A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
  • The salary range for this position varies by geographic market. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors including education, experience, skills, professional background, overall qualifications, and location. In Washington, D.C., the estimated pay range is $26.58 – $48.30 per hour (based on a 37.5-hour workweek), which is equivalent to $51,830 – $94,182 annually.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world’s greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients, sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthens the fabric of our firm.


No current openings.

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