Patent Litigation Associate

Pay scale: $ - $

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Litigation Associate to join its expanding Intellectual Property Litigation team in Washington, DC. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters with a collaborative team, take on increasing responsibility, and build strong client relationships across industries including software, telecommunications, life sciences, and aerospace.

Duties

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents while conducting thorough legal research.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare and respond to discovery requests, and manage case files.
• Participate in hearings, trial preparation, and oral advocacy in federal district courts, the Federal Circuit, the ITC, and the PTAB.
• Manage competing deadlines and collaborate effectively with clients and colleagues on complex challenges.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience in commercial or intellectual property litigation.
• Experience in patent litigation is preferred.
• Membership in good standing in the jurisdiction where the associate will practice.
• Strong writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.

Education

• Law degree from an accredited institution.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering or a scientific field is a plus.

Certifications

• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is preferred but not required.

Skills

• Ability to develop or deepen a patent litigation practice.
• Experience managing cases and working collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement allowing attorneys to work remotely two days per week.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Discretionary year-end merit bonus eligibility.

This law firm was founded a few years ago and offers individual intention and innovative solutions. Their areas of practice include energy and utilities, financial services, real estate, environmental, insurance, intellectual property, healthcare, and manufacturing. Their offices are located across New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Florida, and Washington DC.

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