Intellectual Property (Non-Patent) Trademark Copyright Associate- BN, NY, SF, SV, DC

OverviewOrrick is seeking talented and motivated associates with 2 to 4 years of solid experience in AI, copyright, trademark, trade secret and/or false advertising law to join our intellectual property/technology litigation practice. Orrick is at the forefront of some of the most watched cases in the country, including defending Microsoft and others in the wave of first-of-their-kind lawsuits challenging the legality of training generative AI models. And our teams work with the biggest brands and most cutting-edge technology companies in the world.We are true trial lawyers and try numerous cases a year. Orrick is one of the few firms with a nationwide team of renowned first-chair trial lawyers specializing in copyright, trademark, false advertising trade-secret, in addition to having some of the deepest expertise in AI litigation. We are one of the few national IP groups that actively litigates and have expertise in data-collection disputes under the CFAA. We practice in multiple forums, including federal court, state court, the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, the ITC, and arbitral proceedings including the UDRP process. And we apply our expertise gained through litigating and winning cases to counsel our clients on enforcement strategies and risk.ResponsibilitiesManage intellectual property/technology litigation and enforcement matters in the copyright, trademark, trade secret, false advertising and AI spaces.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive legal solutions to clients.Develop strategy for complex litigation and enforcement actions.Counsel clients on legal risks related to product development.Conduct legal research and analysis and demonstrate strong legal writing skills.Manage the discovery phase of litigation, including working with the client and vendors to run e-discovery.Exhibit excellent verbal communication skills.Demonstrate strong client-facing skills and work effectively as a team player.Qualifications2 to 4 years of experience in AI, trademark, copyright, false advertising, and/or trade-secret law including litigation.Strong understanding of one or more of the Lanham Act, the Copyright Act, the DMCA, federal and state trade-secret statutes, and computer-access laws such as the CFAA and related state laws.Trial experience is preferred.Willingness to engage with a broad range of laws and legal principles necessary to support technology clients with legal disputes.Highly motivated with excellent academic credentials and superior writing and communication skills.Membership in the state in which you are submitting your application is required.How to Apply:Please apply online at and include a resume, J.D. transcript, and cover letter.Search firm recruiters must submit using our Search Firm Portal. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for agreements and login credentials. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mariella Medina, Recruiting Manager, at View email address on click.appcast.io Orrick:At our core, we value collegiality among our lawyers and strive to make our practices both professionally and personally rewarding. We'll help you to connect with peers and mentors to ensure you are integrated into our client teams. Our top-notch training and mentoring programs, retreats and academies, and shadowing opportunities are what set us apart. If you are passionate about innovative work in a dynamic environment, you're just who we've been looking for.Compensation and BenefitsThe expected salary range for this position is between $235,000 and $310,000. Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance. We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits; health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment. For attorney positions, a 'qualified applicant' is an individual who is a member of the State Bar of California, admitted in good standing, and is eligible to practice; or whose admission to the State Bar of California and eligibility to practice remains subject only to successful completion of the California Bar Examination.Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.#LI-DNI