Senior Manager, Intellectual Property - Disputes, Claims & Investigations

Stout is dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do. We call it Relentless Excellence. Our client service and culture are second to none, built on core values such as Positivity, Team Orientation, Accountability, Commitment, Relationship Focus, Super Responsiveness, and excellent communication. Impact You’ll Make As a Senior Manager, you will lead complex intellectual property damages analyses, shape engagement strategy, develop talent, and strengthen client relationships. Your work will directly influence case outcomes, team performance, and the growth of Stout’s Intellectual Property practice. Lead and oversee multiple concurrent IP engagements. Serve as a primary driver of engagement strategy, execution, and quality. Provide strategic direction on damages analyses related to patent, copyright, trademark infringement, and trade secret misappropriation across diverse industries. Review and refine expert analyses, financial models, and reports to ensure technical accuracy, clarity, and defensibility. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and external counsel, acting as a primary point of contact on key matters. Develop, mentor, and retain high‑performing teams. Support practice growth through business development, client expansion, and thought leadership initiatives. What You’ll Do Partner with Managing Directors and Directors to define engagement strategy, scope, staffing, and work plans for complex IP matters. Oversee day‑to‑day execution of engagements, proactively managing risks, timelines, and deliverables. Lead and review company, industry, and case‑specific research, including technical, economic, accounting, and market analyses. Draft, review, and finalize expert reports, written analyses, presentations, and graphical exhibits for litigation and dispute proceedings. Direct and participate in document review and analysis processes, synthesizing case documentation, testimony, court filings, and discovery materials. Provide clear guidance to engagement teams and ensure consistent communication with senior leadership and clients. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, accounting, or a related field; advanced degree or professional designation is a plus. 6–8 years of relevant professional experience in damages quantification, preferably within IP disputes. Extensive experience drafting, reviewing, and managing expert reports in a litigation consulting or dispute advisory environment. Demonstrated success leading complex, multi‑stream engagements and managing teams across multiple matters. Advanced analytical skills in financial modeling, economics, and accounting. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex analyses clearly to clients, counsel, and experts. How You’ll Thrive Navigate fast‑paced, high‑stakes engagements with confidence, adaptability, and sound judgment. Balance strategic thinking with hands‑on involvement to ensure quality and timeliness of deliverables. Build strong internal and external relationships through credibility, responsiveness, and professionalism. Mentor junior professionals through coaching, feedback, and career development. Demonstrate ownership and accountability for engagement outcomes and client satisfaction. Embod e Stout’s core values and maintain a consistent commitment to delivering Relentless Excellence in client service, leadership, and collaboration. Why Stout? We offer a comprehensive total rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life. Stout fosters a culture of inclusion and respect, investing in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback. Flexible work schedules and discretionary time‑off policies promote work‑life balance. Learn more about our benefits at Compensation Estimated range: $120,000.00 – $215,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr