INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

PATENT LITIGATION

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A leading AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a Junior to Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join its nationally recognized Intellectual Property & Technology Practice Group. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge clients and technologies across complex patent litigation matters, including PTAB/IPR proceedings, district court litigation, and ITC investigations.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 2–5 years of substantive experience in patent litigation, including experience before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), in U.S. District Courts, and/or in Section 337 investigations at the International Trade Commission (ITC).
• Undergraduate or advanced degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a closely related technical field.
• Familiarity with source code and technical aspects of patent enforcement is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage key aspects of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, expert work, and trial preparation.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional research, writing, and oral advocacy skills, with a keen attention to detail and a strategic mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in high-stakes patent disputes involving cutting-edge technologies.

• Support all phases of litigation including pleadings, discovery, claim construction, trial, and appeal.

• Participate in proceedings before the U.S. District Courts, the PTAB, and the ITC.

• Analyze and evaluate complex technical issues with experts and internal teams.

• Collaborate with colleagues across offices and practice areas to deliver comprehensive client solutions.

• Engage directly with clients to develop strategies for enforcement, defense, and resolution of patent disputes.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to join a premier IP litigation team representing some of the most innovative and well-known companies in the world. The practice blends deep trial and appellate experience with technological fluency to deliver exceptional client results in high-impact disputes. Associates benefit from working on sophisticated, high-profile matters while receiving meaningful mentorship and growth opportunities. Whether you're arguing before the PTAB, engaging in district court strategy, or tackling source code analysis, this team offers a truly immersive and collaborative experience at the forefront of IP law.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Includes an expected salary range of $235,000 – $365,000, commensurate with experience, bonus eligibility, and profit-sharing.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; FSA/HSA plans; 401(k) retirement plan; PTO; paid parental leave; commuter benefits; and professional development resources.

Additional Perks: Include pet insurance, health advocates, flex-time and compressed work schedules, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility treatments benefits, and full-time and back-up child care, among others.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and law school transcript for consideration.

Locations:

CA (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley)

DC (Washington)

IL (Chicago)

NY (New York)

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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