Patent Litigation Associate
About the role
The offices of McGuireWoods seeks a Junior or Mid‑Level Associate for the Patent Litigation Team. McGuireWoods’ intellectual property lawyers help clients develop, protect and leverage commercially valuable ideas and information, including patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets and other creative assets to advance their business goals. The firm’s intellectual property strength is recognized by prestigious legal guides and clients alike—Chambers USA and U.S. News – Best Lawyers consistently rank the practice as top‑tier, and many lawyers are honored individually. In Chambers USA, a client described the firm as “a first‑rate law firm in all respects.” Clients have praised team members as “phenomenal,” “intelligent, thoughtful and creative,” and “top‑notch litigators” who “find a solution when others cannot.” Leading industry and legal publications such as Corporate Counsel, E‑Commerce Times and Law360 regularly seek the partners for insights on patent litigation and other IP‑related developments. The team provides comprehensive, sophisticated patent litigation solutions—offensive or defensive in competitor‑vs‑competitor matters, or in defending lawsuits brought by non‑practicing entities—helping clients navigate complex cases successfully and cost‑effectively. Many lawyers hold advanced degrees in engineering and the sciences, enabling rapid understanding of clients’ technology. The firm represents clients from virtually every sector of the global economy, including telecommunications providers, computer software and hardware providers, financial institutions, and manufacturers.
Requirements
- 2 – 7 years patent litigation experience.
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
- Excellent academic credentials.
Pay
Salary: $235,000 – $410,000.