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IP Litigation Associate

$180k - $235k

Orion Placement

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $180,000.00 - $235,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Work on sophisticated intellectual property disputes alongside experienced litigators who value mentorship and collaboration
  • Gain meaningful responsibility early, with exposure to complex, high-impact cases
  • Build a long-term litigation career in a practice that prioritizes quality work and professional growth
  • Join a team culture that is collegial, respectful, and focused on doing excellent legal work
  • Opportunity to work in major legal markets with strong support and resources

Location

Hybrid schedule with a strong in-office culture; associates are expected to be in the office more often than not, especially early on, to support training, collaboration, and integration in one of the following offices: Salt Lake City, UT; Irvine, CA; San Francisco, CA; or New York City, NY.

Note

Candidates must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in the state where they will be based and must have prior litigation experience, including exposure to intellectual property matters.

About Us

We are a collaborative law firm focused on intellectual property and complex litigation, committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients while fostering a professional, supportive environment for our attorneys. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
  • Work on intellectual property disputes involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and technology-related matters
  • Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on litigation strategy and case development
  • Participate in client communications and manage case responsibilities with increasing autonomy

Qualifications

  • Active bar license in the applicable state
  • 2+ years of litigation experience
  • 1+ year of intellectual property law experience, preferably IP litigation
  • Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll be part of a team that values mentorship, professionalism, and collaboration. We offer meaningful responsibility, high-quality work, and a clear path for growth, all within a culture that respects your time and contributions.

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Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
Vacancy posted 23 days ago
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