Legal Jobs in Potomac, MD

Job Title: Intellectual Property Attorney - Associate General Counsel and Patent Counsel

Location: Hybrid -Rockville, Maryland, United States

Salary: $150,000-$325,000

Skills: Patent Law, Trademark Law, Molecular Biology or Computer Science, Licensing, Agreements

About the Biotechnology Company / The Opportunity:

We are a growing life sciences company that is expanding its Intellectual Property (IP) team and hiring for multiple IP-focused roles, including a patent counsel, an IP-focused associate general counsel, and an IP transactional associate general counsel. In these roles, you will work closely with inventors, internal teams, and external counsel to protect the company's intellectual property and support innovation. This is a unique opportunity to support cutting-edge research and help protect the company's valuable innovations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on intellectual property matters including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and IP licensing.
• Manage patent portfolios, including drafting, filing, prosecuting, and maintaining domestic and international patent applications.
• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including licensing, collaboration, supply, and material transfer agreements, with a focus on IP terms.
• Advise on IP strategy, risk mitigation, and enforcement, including potential litigation support.
• Collaborate with inventors and internal teams to support R&D, product development, and commercialization.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on IP protection, agreements, and best practices.

Must-Have Skills:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and a current license to practice before a state bar and admittance to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for Patent Counsel.
• 7-10+ years of combined legal experience at USPTO, law firm, or in-house legal team.
• Deep understanding of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law and strong ability to manage complex IP portfolios and matters independently.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD preferred) in molecular biology, mechanical engineering, computer science, or related field, with at least 3 years of research or product development experience.
• Technical or scientific background in molecular biology, mechanical engineering, computer science, or related fields.

Family Law Associate – Baltimore or Rockville, MD (Hybrid)

Hiring on behalf of a boutique family law firm

Location: Baltimore, MD or Rockville, MD

Schedule: Hybrid (1–2 days per week onsite)

Team Size: 5 Attorneys

Compensation:

• 1–3 years: $110,000–$130,000
• 3–5 years: $135,000–$150,000
• Compensation flexible based on experience

About the Firm

A respected boutique firm focused exclusively on family law, including divorce, custody, child support, and prenups. This team values strategy, work‐life balance, and long‐term professional growth. The firm offers modern infrastructure, strong paralegal support, and a structured intake/sales team that streamlines case flow for attorneys.

Position Overview

The firm is seeking a Maryland‐barred Family Law Associate who is eager, committed, and looking to grow within the firm for 3–5+ years. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a supportive but fast‐paced environment, enjoys client interaction, and is seeking increasing responsibility, including litigation exposure.

What You'll Do

• Manage a caseload of approximately 30 active family law matters
• Handle custody, divorce, child support, and related issues
• Draft pleadings, motions, agreements, and trial prep documents
• Participate in hearings, mediation, and trials depending on experience
• Collaborate closely with senior and junior paralegals assigned to your matters
• Track and maintain ~1600 billable hours annually (approx. 134/month)
• Engage with clients regularly and maintain excellent communication throughout representation

What We're Looking For

• Active Maryland Bar license
• 1–5 years of family law experience preferred
• Solid drafting skills and courtroom exposure (ask about trial experience during screening)
• Commitment to professional growth; stability in your career history (no frequent job‐hopping)
• Eager, proactive attitude
• Reliable transportation for court appearances

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance (50% paid)
• 401(k) eligibility upon hire; employer match after 1,000 hours worked
• CLE support
• Professional development opportunities (including small‐firm management training)
• Flexible hybrid work schedule

Estate Planning Attorney (Hybrid – Rockville, Maryland)

We are seeking an experienced Estate Planning Attorney with at least 5+ years of practice to join a well-established and collaborative legal team. This is a hybrid position based in Rockville, Maryland, offering flexibility while maintaining meaningful in-office collaboration.

Practice Focus:

• Estate Planning
• Wills & Trusts
• Wealth Transfer Planning
• Probate & Estate Administration
• Asset Protection Strategies

What We’re Looking For:

• Active and in good standing with the Maryland Bar
• 4+ years of estate planning experience
• Experience drafting wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and other core estate planning documents
• Familiarity with probate and estate administration matters
• Ability to manage client relationships and assist with matters from planning through implementation
• Strong written, analytical, and client communication skills

This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful estate planning matters, build strong client relationships, and collaborate with an experienced team while enjoying a flexible hybrid work environment.

If you are an estate planning attorney in the Rockville, Maryland area looking to grow your practice within a supportive and professional setting, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $150,000 – $200,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (details TBD)
• Paid sick and safe time (details TBD)
• Paid vacation time (details TBD)
• Paid parental leave (details TBD)
• Paid holidays annually (details TBD)

Apply now or refer a colleague!

A well-established law firm in Tysons, Virginia is seeking an experienced Trust and Estate Attorney to join its growing practice. The firm provides comprehensive legal services to individuals, families, and business owners, with a focus on estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on all aspects of estate planning, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and tax planning.
• Draft and review estate planning documents tailored to each client’s goals and financial circumstances.
• Handle trust and estate administration, including probate filings, asset distribution, and fiduciary accountings.
• Counsel high-net-worth clients on complex estate and tax strategies.
• Collaborate with the firm’s corporate, tax, and real estate attorneys as needed to provide integrated legal solutions.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Virginia Bar membership (or eligibility for admission).
• 3–8 years of experience in estate planning, trust administration, and probate law.
• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and client service orientation.
• Experience advising high-net-worth clients and familiarity with federal estate and gift tax concepts is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive and collegial team environment.
• The annual salary for this position is between $130,000 – $180,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Stein Sperling is a mid-sized law firm in Montgomery County, MD, with over 45 years of client-focused service. Our dedicated team practices with compassion and integrity, ensuring we meet our clients' needs in a collegial environment. 

Stein Sperling is seeking a Junior Real Estate Associate Attorney to support and collaborate with our Business and Real Estate Group in the areas of leasing, commercial real estate transactions, and financing. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career attorney to gain hands-on experience while working closely with experienced attorneys and a diverse client base, including businesses, commercial real estate developers, commercial lenders, tenants, and landlords throughout the Washington Metropolitan area and beyond.

Qualifications:

• 1–3 years of real estate or transactional experience
• Experience or interest in drafting and reviewing contracts, lease agreements, purchase and sale agreements, commercial loan and financing documents, and entity formation materials, including operating agreements
• Strong research, organizational, communication, and legal writing skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Admission to practice law in Maryland or eligibility to sit for the Maryland bar is required; Virginia and DC bar admission is a plus

Qualified applicants should apply directly on our website at   for consideration.

Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Health Insurance including Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance. 
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(K) Profit Sharing Plan
• Holiday and Birthday Leave
• PTO Leave
• Free Parking
• Wellness Initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program
• CLE and BAR Reimbursement

*All benefits are subject to availability, eligibility requirements and company policies and practices.

Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affords equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for all positions, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.

Stein Sperling is committed to recruiting, developing, retaining and promoting talented lawyers and staff with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch, LLP, an internationally recognized intellectual property law firm located near Mosaic District in Vienna, VA, has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and highly skilled Patent Attorney to join our team on a full-time basis.

Overview

Qualifications

·   Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent

·     One to three years of substantial patent prosecution experience as a licensed attorney at a U.S. law firm or in-house

·      Registration to practice before the USPTO

·      Strong technical writing and analytical skills

·      Ability to work well in a team environment

Responsibilities

·      Prosecution of patent applications for leading global technology companies

·      Collaboration with clients and other professionals

·      Conducting case discussions with clients

·      Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in patent law

Benefits

·      Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, and vision insurance. Short-term and long-term disability coverage

·      Positive and collaborative team environment

·      Remote working possibility in VA and some nearby states

·      Walking distance to Dunn Loring-Merrifield metro station

About BSKB:

Since 1976, BSKB has been providing a full range of intellectual property law services to clients in the areas of patent prosecution, post-grant review, litigation, opinions and counseling, design patents, trademarks and licensing. Our knowledgeable attorneys and agents hold advanced degrees and are experienced in the fields of chemistry, electronics and IT, mechanical engineering and life sciences/biotechnology.

We believe in offering every client quality, personalized service, and are committed to educating our clients to help them make the most of their intellectual property. BSKB has a rich tradition of offering seminars on intellectual property law that have been attended by practitioners from around the world.

For more information, visit .  

Commercial Real Estate Paralegal – Bethesda, MD (Onsite)

A respected law firm in Bethesda is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to support a busy transactional practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and reconcile title and survey materials for commercial real estate deals
• Support acquisitions, sales, development, leasing, and financing closings
• Prepare closing documents, legal descriptions, and UCC filings
• Handle entity formations, filings, and certificate requests with state/federal offices

What They’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of commercial real estate paralegal experience (title/survey focus ideal)
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree plus paralegal certificate
• Strong communication, organization, and detail orientation
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and work directly with clients
• Fully onsite—no remote option

Well-regarded regional defense litigation firm is seeking a Medical Malpractice Attorney to join their Parkville area, MD team. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 20+ years of medical malpractice litigation experience.

This position is hybrid remote, 2 days remote, 3 days in office per week. This is a partnership track position.

Candidates should be admitted to practice in Maryland or Delaware.

Competitive base salary 100k to 165k, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.

Well-regarded regional defense litigation firm is seeking a Medical Malpractice Attorney to join their Parkville area, MD team. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of medical malpractice litigation experience as well as first chair jury trial experience.

This position is hybrid remote, 2 days remote, 3 days in office per week.

Candidates should be admitted to practice in Maryland.

Competitive base salary 160k to 175k, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.