Manager, Intellectual Property - Disputes, Claims & Investigations

About the role

Lead or co-lead intellectual property engagements, overseeing and participating in research, modeling, and financial and economic analysis. Develop and mentor team members, building trusted client relationships through responsive communication and dependable project management.

Responsibilities

• Work with engagement leaders to strategize engagement approaches, develop workplans, and monitor progress.
• Analyze financial statements, accounting records, tax returns, and other financial documents to identify critical insights.
• Assist with drafting expert reports and preparing analyses related to patent, copyright, trademark, and trade secret matters.
• Manage client relationships and serve as a key point of contact for client communications.
• Build and expand the team's use of emerging AI tools to enhance research, analysis, and document workflows.

Requirements

• 4-year undergraduate degree with a concentration in economics, finance, mathematics, or accounting.
• 3-6 years of relevant professional experience in damages quantification, preferably related to intellectual property disputes.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly convey ideas.
• Strong analytical and technical skills in finance, economics, and/or accounting.
• Significant experience assisting with the preparation of expert reports and supporting analyses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Openness to and curiosity about thoughtfully integrating AI tools into the engagement workflow.

Skills

• Intellectual curiosity and rigor.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and technical skills in finance, economics, and accounting.
• Experience with emerging AI tools.

Benefits

Stout offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life. The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications, and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. Stout is required by applicable state and local laws to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $87,000.00 - $195,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here - https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits.