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Mid-Level to Senior Associate Intellectual Property Litigation

$310k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Mid-Level to Senior Associate – Intellectual Property Litigation

Direct Counsel is seeking a midlevel to senior IP Litigation Associate to join a "White Shoe", international AmLaw firm with a prestigious reputation.

The firm's IP practice comprises more than 100 attorneys advising clients on complex intellectual property matters, including patent litigation. The team handles high-stakes disputes in federal district courts, before the International Trade Commission (ITC), and before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze patents and prepare infringement and invalidity contentions.

  • Develop litigation strategies and work with technical experts.

  • Draft briefs, manage discovery, and prepare witnesses.

  • Take and defend depositions and assist with hearings and trial preparation.

  • Work directly with clients and colleagues on complex matters.

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.

  • 4+ years of patent litigation experience.

  • Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.

  • Federal district court litigation experience; PTAB or ITC experience preferred.

  • Ability to manage complex matters independently and collaboratively.

Compensation: $310,000–$435,000 commensurate with experience, plus eligibility for an hours-based bonus.

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