Partner-Level Patent Agent

SummaryRun8 Patent Group is seeking a partner-level patent agent to join the firm with the intention of building a long-term, high-impact practice inside Run8.This role is for someone who cares deeply about doing excellent work, values ethical decision-making, and wants to build enduring relationships with thoughtful engineers, founders, and investors. We work with people who are trying to make the world better through technology, and we take that responsibility seriously.Run8 is owned and operated exclusively by patent agents. We do not employ attorneys, and we believe this structure allows us to produce better work, create more autonomy, and remove artificial hierarchies that limit growth in traditional law firm environments.About Run8We are engineers first.Our team brings years of experience designing, building, and shipping real products. We apply that same mindset to patent prosecution—grounded in technical depth, disciplined execution, and respect for the people we serve.Our results reflect this approach, with all of our agents achieving:>95%+ allowance rate~0.7 rejections before allowance50% first-action allowance rate2% of patents allowed in less than 75 days from filingWe support deeply innovative startups across software, hardware, AI, robotics, medical devices, and emerging technologies worldwide.The Partner Path (Long-Term)This is a long-horizon role designed for someone who wants to grow into a true partner—professionally, intellectually, and operationally.Years 1–2: Drafting ExcellenceLearn and internalize the Run8 approach to patent drafting and prosecutionDevelop mastery over claim construction, examiner engagement, and quality controlBuild technical and procedural intuition across a wide range of technologiesYears 3–4: Strategic DepthDesign and execute patent strategies for growing startup portfoliosAdvise founders and technical leaders on how IP fits into product, fundraising, and long-term visionTake increasing ownership over client relationshipsYears 5–6: Team DevelopmentMentor and manage patent agentsBuild internal processes that maintain Run8’s quality standards at scaleBegin operating a small group within the firmYears 7–10: Practice LeadershipLead a group of 3–4 patent agentsSupport ~150–200 companiesBuild a durable, values-aligned practice generating approximately $5M in annual revenueResponsibilitiesDraft and prosecute high-quality patent applications across complex technologiesDesign thoughtful, principled patent strategies aligned with client goalsMentor and support junior patent agentsBuild and maintain strong relationships with founders, engineers, and investorsLeverage professional networks to bring aligned, venture-backed startups to Run8Required Qualifications• Registered Patent Agent before the USPTO (absolutely no attorneys)• Meaningful experience mentoring, teaching, or managing people – university teaching assistant experience is strongly preferred• Demonstrated ability to reason through complex, multi-stakeholder problems in real-time• Hands-on experience building technical solutions for customers• A strong professional network and a genuine commitment to relationship-driven growth• An impeccable sense of ethics and professional responsibility• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsPreferred ExperiencePrior technical or engineering roleExperience working at or with startupsAutonomy & CultureNo billable hoursNo fixed locationNo fixed office hoursRun8 values autonomy, accountability, and trust. Partners are expected to act with ownership, care for their teams, and uphold the firm’s standards in all interactions.CompensationCompensation grows with responsibility, impact, and contribution—without artificial ceilings imposed by traditional law-firm hierarchies.Indicative progression (including revenue sharing):Year 1: ~$150kYear 2: ~$220kYear 3: ~$300kYear 10: ~$800k+The structure is designed so that exceptional work, ethical leadership, and long-term commitment are rewarded naturally.ContactIf this role aligns with how you want to practice, build, and grow, please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to:Cameron Miller