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Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney (Patent Litigation)

$260k - $390k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking an IP Litigation Associate to join a premier Intellectual Property Litigation practice in Los Angeles. 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
Qualifications
  • 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
Preferred Technical Backgrounds
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Similar technical or engineering disciplines
Preferred Experience
  • Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings
  • Federal Circuit (CAFC) clerkship experience
  • Experience working with complex technologies and technical experts
Compensation & Benefits
  • 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
Why This Opportunity
  • 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.

Vacancy posted a month ago
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