Mid-Level Intellectual Property Litigation Associate

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of patent litigation matters in U.S. federal courts, PTAB proceedings, and, as needed, ITC Section 337 investigations.
• Support day-to-day management of trademark and copyright litigation.
• Draft motions and briefs, including discovery motions, claim construction (Markman) briefing, Daubert motions, and dispositive motions, with opportunities to argue in court as appropriate.
• Take and defend depositions of fact witnesses and assist in preparing inventors, experts, and corporate representatives for testimony.
• Aid in fact and expert discovery, including document review, ESI protocols, drafting protective orders, and coordination with vendors.
• Contribute to infringement and invalidity analyses; assist with preparation and refinement of contentions and collaborate with technical and damages experts.
• Support trial preparation, including drafting witness outlines, preparing exhibits, assisting with motions in limine and jury instructions, and providing in-court support.
• Collaborate with experts on damages analyses and support broader case strategy, including settlement discussions.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and contribute to client reporting and case strategy discussions.
• Collaborate with partners, senior associates, and professional staff; provide guidance to junior team members and contribute to a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 3–5 years of intellectual property litigation experience at an AmLaw 200 firm or leading IP boutique.
• Experience with key phases of intellectual property litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, expert discovery, claim construction, dispositive motions, and trial preparation.
• Experience drafting substantive motions and briefs; deposition and oral advocacy experience preferred.
• Technical background (e.g., electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, physics, biology, chemistry) preferred; USPTO registration a plus.
• Experience with PTAB IPRs and/or ITC Section 337 investigations is a plus.
• Experience with TTAB oppositions, cancellations, and/or appeals is a plus.
• Experience with UDPR complaints is a plus.
• Familiarity with FRCP, FRE, patent local rules, and e-discovery tools/practices.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills, with attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction or ability to obtain admission by waiver.

Hours Expectations & Compensation

• Expectations: 1,800 billable hours and an “all-in” hours expectation of 2,050 or 2,150, depending on seniority.
• Compensation Range: $193,000 - $280,000, inclusive of salaries in all listed markets.
• To be eligible for a bonus, associates must reach or exceed 1,850 billable hours (inclusive of up to 50 pro bono hours) and meet or exceed the all-in hours expectation.

Developing & Retaining Talent

• The firm offers a variety of training programs and retreats addressing practice area topics and skills at all levels, as well as legal and professional skills generally.
• We have a coaching and mentoring program, and our new lawyer integration program provides new lawyers with the resources and information necessary to succeed after they join the firm.
• We have a core competency model which is a roadmap of the practical skills, abilities, and client service techniques needed for long-term success at the firm.
• We value lawyers and business professionals who bring to the firm different backgrounds and experiences.
• We are proud participants in the ABA Well-Being Pledge, strongly believing that the well-being of our people is paramount to the success of the firm.