Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney (Patent Litigation)
$260k - $390kDirect Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Direct Counsel is seeking an IP Litigation Associate to join a premier Intellectual Property Litigation practice in Palo Alto. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney with patent litigation experience who is looking to work on sophisticated technology and innovation-driven disputes alongside a nationally recognized team.
The ideal candidate will have strong patent litigation experience, exceptional academic credentials, and a technical background that supports complex intellectual property matters across a variety of industries.
Responsibilities- Represent clients in patent and intellectual property litigation matters
- Handle all phases of litigation in federal courts and related proceedings
- Conduct legal research and draft:
- Motions
- Briefs
- Legal memoranda
- Discovery-related filings
- Participate in case strategy, fact development, and trial preparation
- Manage discovery, depositions, and expert-related work
- Support Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings when applicable
- Collaborate with technical experts, in-house counsel, and litigation teams
- Advise clients on patent enforcement, defense, and litigation strategy
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Law school class years 2019–2022
- Patent litigation and intellectual property litigation experience
- Outstanding academic credentials
- Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities
- Excellent oral advocacy and communication skills
- Ability to manage sophisticated litigation matters in a fast-paced environment
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Similar technical or engineering disciplines
- Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings
- Federal Circuit (CAFC) clerkship experience
- Experience working with complex technologies and technical experts
- Salary range: $260,000 – $390,000
- Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerations
- Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Parental leave
- Basic life insurance
- Join a nationally recognized IP Litigation practice
- Work on sophisticated patent disputes involving cutting-edge technologies
- Gain significant responsibility and direct client exposure
- Collaborate with leading litigators, technical experts, and innovative companies
- Strong opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth
Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.
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