Harrity & Harrity, LLP

Harrity & Harrity, LLP Harrity & Harrity is an IP boutique specializing in the preparation and prosecution of electrical and mechanical patent applications since 1999.

The following is a list of the patent-related services that we provide. Please note that the list shown below is by no means exhaustive. If you are interested in a patent-related service that is not listed below, please do not hesitate to contact us. Patent Preparation
•Conducting inventor interviews.
•Preparing patent applications from various forms of invention disclosure materials.
•Filing pate

nt applications in the United States, as well as outside the United States. We have established relationships with counsel in most foreign countries. Patent Prosecution
•Prosecuting patent applications, including reissue and re-examination applications, in the United States, as well as applications outside of the United States.
•Preparing and filing appeal briefs with the United States Patent and Trademark Office's Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences. Patent Opinions
•Preparing validity, enforceability, and freedom-to-operate opinions relating to various technologies in the electrical and mechanical areas. We work with our clients' personnel to identify information necessary to render quality opinions. Such quality opinions enable our clients to make informed business decisions related to intellectual property issues. A sample of the patent applications that the firm has prepared and successfully can be found on our website.

04/24/2025

For the fourth year in a row, Harrity & Harrity has been named the #1 large firm in the 2025 Patent Quality Rankings by Patent Bots.

Patent Bots used AI to analyze over 314,000 patents issued last year and ranked 710 firms by average errors—focusing on numbering, antecedent basis, and word support issues.

Harrity led all large firms (500+ issued patents) with a quality score of 98.6 across 1,161 patents.

This recognition affirms our commitment to precision, consistency, and delivering high-quality patents that stand up to scrutiny.

Explore how quality is built into every part of our process: www.harrityllp.com

Behind every successful patent application, timely filing, and seamless client experience is a dedicated administrative ...
04/23/2025

Behind every successful patent application, timely filing, and seamless client experience is a dedicated administrative team making it all happen.

Today, on Administrative Professionals' Day, we extend our gratitude to the incredible support staff at Harrity. Your commitment to quality, efficiency, and excellence is the foundation of what makes our firm a high-performing and an exceptional place to work.

Thank you for your expertise, reliability, and the pride you take in your work. Harrity wouldn’t be what it is without you.

Learn more about the people behind the patents: www.harrityllp.com

🌍 Happy Earth Day from Harrity! 🌱 Protecting our planet doesn’t have to be complicated. Small actions add up—especially...
04/22/2025

🌍 Happy Earth Day from Harrity! 🌱

Protecting our planet doesn’t have to be complicated. Small actions add up—especially when we make them a habit. Here are a few easy ways to be more environmentally friendly in your daily life:

♻️ Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – Before tossing something, ask: Can I repurpose this? Can it be recycled? Every little bit helps!

💡 Unplug & Save Energy – Turn off lights and electronics when not in use. Even better—switch to energy-efficient LEDs!

🚰 Use Less Water – Simple habits like turning off the tap while brushing your teeth or fixing leaks can save gallons of water.

☕ Ditch Single-Use Plastics – Invest in a reusable water bottle, coffee cup, and shopping bags. Small swaps make a big difference.

🚲 Rethink Your Commute – Walk, bike, or carpool when possible. Fewer cars on the road mean cleaner air for everyone.

🌳 Plant Something – Whether it’s a tree in your yard or herbs in your kitchen, adding greenery helps absorb CO2 and boosts biodiversity.

Every effort counts! Let’s celebrate Earth Day by making small, sustainable choices that lead to a healthier planet. 🌎💚

👉 What’s one eco-friendly habit you’ve adopted? Drop it in the comments! 💬✨

04/22/2025

🌍 In honor of Earth Day, let’s take a moment to give back to the one place we all call home—Mother Earth.

Every small action counts.

Let’s show our gratitude with action. 💚This Earth Day, we’re reminded of the responsibility we share to protect and preserve the planet we all call home. 🌎

Whether it’s reducing waste, planting something new, or making more conscious choices—every step makes a difference.

How are you planning to give back to the Earth today?



What’s one way you plan to give back this Earth Day?

04/21/2025

🧠 Are you the kind of person who catches the typo no one else sees?
Do you love making systems smoother, faster, and more accurate?

We’re hiring a Patent Prosecution Support Specialist who thrives on precision and innovation.

🎯 You’ll be:
Drafting and reviewing patent filings
Supporting cutting-edge IP work
Helping shape processes that keep our firm at the forefront

What’s in it for you? 🌐 100% remote
📅 Flexible schedule (7.5-hour days)
🩺 Fully covered health insurance
💰 401(k), life insurance, and more
🏖️ 23 days of PTO
💡 A team that values your brainpower and your input

📩 Sound like a fit? Reach out: [email protected]
Or tag someone this might be perfect for.

What’s it really like to work in patents?That’s the question behind the IP & Patent Boot Camp at Penn State—a 3-day, in-...
04/18/2025

What’s it really like to work in patents?

That’s the question behind the IP & Patent Boot Camp at Penn State—a 3-day, in-person, experiential learning opportunity we developed in collaboration with the university to help students explore “a day in the life” of a patent agent, attorney, and examiner.

At Harrity & Harrity, LLP, we’re passionate about mentoring the next generation of patent professionals—and this boot camp gives students real-world insight into patent drafting and prosecution, along with invaluable networking opportunities.

We recently wrapped Sessions 2 and 3 and were thrilled with the turnout.

🔹 In Session 2, students learned how to evaluate inventions for patentability—sparking conversations about innovation, strategy, and what makes a strong patent.
🔹 In Session 3, we shifted to patent prosecution, guiding students through the process of responding to examiners and overcoming rejections.

With 50–60 students attending each session, the enthusiasm, curiosity, and thoughtful questions have been incredible to see.

Many of us entered the patent field because someone opened a door or sparked an idea. We hope this boot camp is doing just that—for a whole new generation.

The patent world needs fresh talent. We’re proud to help shape its future.

If you’re a fellow patent professional—what sparked your journey into this field?
👇 We’d love to hear your story.

04/17/2025

At Harrity & Harrity, LLP, we’re not just building a law firm—we’re building the future of patent law. Whether you're a superstar drafter, a detail-obsessed specialist, or a developer who loves scaling AI tools, we might have the perfect role for you.

1. Patent Drafting Professional
Draft patent applications for the biggest names in tech—from AI to semiconductors—and do it your way:
- 100% remote
- Full-time, flexible hours & steady workload
- High compensation + growth path
- You’re USPTO registered with 2+ yrs prep experience (AI, 5G, Med Device, Aerospace, Semiconductors, or Software)
Apply: [email protected]
Subject: “PATENT DRAFTING OPENING”

2. Patent Prosecution Specialist
You live for details. You thrive in precision. You want flexibility without giving up impact.
We’re looking for:
- 2+ years of patent prosecution support experience
- Mastery of Patent Center & USPTO systems
- A tech-savvy, collaborative mindset
What you get:
- Fully remote + flexible hours
- 23 PTO days + full health benefits
- Innovative, supportive, fast-moving culture
Apply: [email protected]
Subject: “PATENT PROSECUTION OPENING”

3. Lead Developer – Multi-Tenant SaaS Transformation
Are you a SaaS architecture pro ready to lead? We’re scaling our proprietary AI patent drafting platform—and we need you to own it.
What you bring:
- Multi-tenant SaaS build experience (must-have)
- Node.js, K8s, microservices, MongoDB, and more
- A drive to move fast and mentor others
Why this is unique:
- AI + law = real-world impact
- Modern stack, zero bureaucracy
- Flexible, remote, mission-critical work
Apply: [email protected]
Subject: “DEVELOPER”

Not actively looking? Harrity may still be for you.
These are high-impact, flexible roles where you can grow, lead, and do meaningful work—all from wherever you work best.

Know someone great? Tag them!
Want to learn more? Drop your questions below.

Let’s build something big—together.

This April, we're celebrating a powerhouse group of Harrity team members hitting major milestones! From legal strategy t...
04/16/2025

This April, we're celebrating a powerhouse group of Harrity team members hitting major milestones! From legal strategy to behind-the-scenes support, their expertise, dedication, and teamwork help drive everything we do.

🎉 Ted Nissly, Counsel – 7 years (Apr 2)
🎉 Ryan Thelen, Partner – 7 years (Apr 2)
🎉 Alex Zajac, Counsel – 5 years (Apr 3)
🎉 Aina Breen, Patent Agent – 2 years (Apr 10)
🎉 Pattilyn McLaughlin, Patent Agent – 1 year (Apr 15)
🎉 Maria Ortiz, Docketing Specialist – 4 years (Apr 19)
🎉 Kim Robinson, New Apps Specialist – 4 years (Apr 19)
🎉 Jake Christensen, Patent Agent – 1 year (Apr 22)
🎉 Angelena Hitt, Billing Coordinator – 18 years (Apr 23)
🎉 Neil Kardos, Partner – 13 years (Apr 23)

We’re incredibly proud to recognize these team members for their contributions and lasting impact. Congratulations to all on your anniversaries—and thank you for helping make Harrity a truly exceptional place to work!

04/15/2025

"Merit-based”... or something else entirely?

When loyalty trumps qualifications (literally), it’s time to call out the hypocrisy.

This week on E to the 3, we’re digging into how the myth of merit is used to gatekeep power—and why “diversity hire” is just code for you don’t belong here.

🎯 Merit isn’t the problem. The double standard is.

04/15/2025

Remote, flexible, and purpose-driven.
If you're looking for a role that fits your life—not the other way around—read on.

We’re hiring a Patent Prosecution Support Specialist to join our fully remote team. You’ll be a key player in helping innovative companies protect what matters—while enjoying work-life balance that actually lives up to the name.

Here’s what makes this role different:
✅ Work from anywhere
✅ Set your own hours (7.5-hour workday, flexible schedule)
✅ 23 days PTO + full benefits
✅ No commute, no dress code, no office politics
✅ Meaningful work with a collaborative, detail-loving team

Sound like your kind of gig? Let’s talk.

📧 Send your resume to: [email protected]
(Even if you’re not actively looking—it doesn’t hurt to explore.)

Recently, Alyssa Montalvo and Hazel Jimenez from our Orange Grove Creative Co. team connected with Sandy Maxey, Harrity’...
04/14/2025

Recently, Alyssa Montalvo and Hazel Jimenez from our Orange Grove Creative Co. team connected with Sandy Maxey, Harrity’s controller, for breakfast in sunny Orlando. 🌴☀️

At Harrity, we believe the best work product comes from people who genuinely enjoy working together. The synergy between our colleagues is one of the reasons we launched Orange Grove Creative Co.— with a mission to bring that same energy & creativity to the law firms we support.

💡 Want to work with a marketing team that gets patent law, thrives on collaboration, and loves churning out fresh ideas?
Explore what Orange Grove Creative Co. can do for you: https://harrityllp.com/orangegrovecreativeco/

Harrity’s New Applications Support Team recently gathered in the DC area for their 2nd annual team meetup—bringing toget...
04/11/2025

Harrity’s New Applications Support Team recently gathered in the DC area for their 2nd annual team meetup—bringing together colleagues from across the Carolinas, Tennessee, Maryland, Virginia, and New Hampshire.

As a fully remote team, they collaborate daily across time zones to support critical early-stage work in the patent process. While most team members had met in person before, this meetup was another great opportunity to strengthen relationships and reflect on the team’s growth.

Over shared meals, fun activities, and meaningful conversations, the group took time to connect outside of the virtual workspace—something that continues to foster trust and teamwork, even from a distance.

📣 Harrity is currently hiring for our Support Staff team.
If you're interested in joining a collaborative, remote environment that values both excellence and team culture, we’d love to hear from you. Visit https://ow.ly/flxl50VrUsw.

Today, on National Siblings Day, we recognize the foundation on which Harrity & Harrity was built—family.Twin brothers J...
04/10/2025

Today, on National Siblings Day, we recognize the foundation on which Harrity & Harrity was built—family.

Twin brothers John and Paul Harrity founded our firm with a shared vision: to create a patent law firm that delivers exceptional quality, innovative processes, and a strong commitment to giving back.

Since day one, that vision has shaped who we are:
A leader in high-quality patent preparation and prosecution
A culture driven by efficiency, precision, and continuous improvement
A firm committed to equity and diversity in the legal profession
And a team that proudly supports our community through Harrity 4 Charity

Their partnership as siblings laid the groundwork for a firm that values collaboration, integrity, and innovation—principles we carry forward every day.

💬 We’d love to hear how family or partnerships have influenced your own career or business journey. Share your story in the comments below!

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Today is National Education and Sharing Day—a time to reflect on the power of education to open doors and shape futures....
04/09/2025

Today is National Education and Sharing Day—a time to reflect on the power of education to open doors and shape futures.

At Patent Pathways®, we believe that access to knowledge should never be limited by circumstance. That’s why our program is completely free for participants, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors who believe in expanding opportunity in patent law.

Through expert-led instruction, mentorship, and practical training, we equip individuals with STEM degrees to take and pass the patent bar—and launch meaningful careers in patent law. If you hold a degree in engineering, physics, or computer science, this could be your pathway forward in a lucrative career.

Let’s continue to break down barriers and make specialized education more accessible—together.

Learn more or share with someone who might be interested:
www.patentpathways.org 🚀📚👩‍⚖️👨‍🔬

04/09/2025

Unless you fit the narrow stereotype of a straight white man, you might find yourself unfairly tagged as a "diversity hire." This stigma spares no one, not even Supreme Court justices—just consider the experiences of Amy Coney Barrett.

In this week’s episode, Elaine Spector breaks down: ✔️ Strategies to dismiss this label ✔️ Ways to rise above it ✔️ Techniques to confidently own your space

Elaine also shares a personal anecdote from her engineering days, along with three strategies that transformed those challenging moments into opportunities for advancement.

Tag a friend who’s had to work twice as hard to prove they belong. We’re here to stay.

👊 Let’s discuss power, presence, and perseverance.

Productivity in the legal world is evolving—and we're here for it. ⚙️Harrity is proud to be featured in a recent Virtual...
04/08/2025

Productivity in the legal world is evolving—and we're here for it. ⚙️

Harrity is proud to be featured in a recent Virtual Latinos article,
“Lawyer Life, Upgraded: Expert Tips to Boost Productivity.” Whether you’re in-house counsel, legal ops, or managing a firm, there’s something in here for you:
👉 https://harrityllp.com/harrity-featured-in-lawyer-life-upgraded-article-on-boosting-productivity/

The piece explores how legal professionals are rethinking time management, remote work, and operational efficiency. At Harrity, that means more than just working faster—it’s about building smart, repeatable systems that allow our team to thrive.

As we shared in the article:

“We’ve built a culture of process improvement and consistency. Every task is systematized, allowing our attorneys and support staff to work together seamlessly—no matter where they are.”

This approach has been key to creating a firm that’s not only more productive—but also more balanced, innovative, and client-focused.

💬 What’s your favorite tip or tool for boosting productivity in legal practice?

We built an AI-powered patent drafting tool that’s changing how legal work gets done. Now, we’re ready to scale—and you ...
04/07/2025

We built an AI-powered patent drafting tool that’s changing how legal work gets done. Now, we’re ready to scale—and you could lead that transformation.

We’re hiring a Lead Developer to take our internal platform and turn it into a secure, scalable, multi-tenant SaaS product for enterprise customers. This isn’t a maintenance gig. It’s architecture, innovation, and ex*****on.

Are you the right fit?
✔️ You’ve done multi-tenant SaaS before
✔️ You love complex technical challenges
✔️ You want to lead, build, and ship

If you’re excited by the intersection of AI, cloud-native dev, and legal tech, we want to talk.

💻 https://harrityllp.com/careers/software/
📩 [email protected] (Subject: DEVELOPER)
📍 Remote | $130K–$170K

Let’s build something that lasts.

✨ Not actively job-hunting? That’s okay—this opportunity might just change your mind.We’re hiring a Patent Prosecution S...
04/04/2025

✨ Not actively job-hunting? That’s okay—this opportunity might just change your mind.

We’re hiring a Patent Prosecution Support Specialist to join our growing, innovative, and remote team.

🔍 If you’re:
Detail-obsessed (you spot errors others miss),
Tech-savvy and love improving processes,
Experienced in patent prosecution support (2+ years),
A team player who thrives in flexible, remote environments…

…this could be your next great career move—even if you weren’t looking!

💼 Why Join Us?
100% remote + flexible hours
Generous PTO (23 days!)
Fully covered healthcare benefits
A collaborative team that values your ideas
Constant innovation, not just repetition

📬 Apply now or forward to someone great:
📩 [email protected]

Address

11350 Random Hills Road, Ste 600
Fairfax, VA
22030

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+15714320800

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Our Story - 20 Years in the Making

Harrity & Harrity is an IP boutique that has been specializing in the preparation and prosecution of electrical and mechanical patent applications since 1999. Our services include patent preparation and patent prosecution, patent opinions, patent analytics, patent quality support, and patent preparation and patent prosecution training.

We have, since our inception, grown and maintained a robust and prestigious client base, consisting of a number of Fortune 500 companies and some of the leading technology companies in the world. Our client base consists mainly of long-term clients whom have come to trust and depend on our quality, experience, innovation, and service.

Our team loves working at Harrity because of the culture. A few things that we do differently include:


  • Our work environment is casual.