Litigation Associate

A leading international law firm is hiring a junior to mid-level patent litigation associate with a technical degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or physics to join its IP litigation group in Los Angeles. There is no billable hour requirement. What you'll do: Litigate patent cases in federal district court, from discovery through motion practice Work on ITC investigations Draft petitions and responses in PTAB proceedings Apply your technical training to claim construction and work closely with expert witnesses Prepare cases for trial and help manage fact and expert depositions Qualifications: JD class year 2021 to 2025 (required) Technical background in electrical engineering, computer science, or physics (required) Patent litigation experience in district court, the ITC, or the PTAB (preferred) Why this firm: Platform: An international IP litigation practice at a top-tier firm. Low Associate Turnover: The firm puts real weight on associate well-being; its retention level is very high. Development: Structured mentoring and a clear focus on growing associates into strong litigators. Technology practice: A well-regarded technology practice means a steady stream of substantive patent work. Flexibility: Hybrid schedule with three or fewer days in the office. Patent litigation without a billable hour target, at a firm that invests in its associates. Roles like this don't stay open long. #J-18808-Ljbffr