Patent Litigation Associate

Patent Litigation Associate Attorney (Junior to Mid-Level)Direct Counsel is seeking a Patent Litigation Associate to join the Intellectual Property Practice of a leading Am Law firm. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 2–7 years of patent litigation experience and a strong technical background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.The ideal candidate has experience handling sophisticated patent disputes involving cutting-edge technologies and enjoys working with innovative clients across a broad range of industries. This role offers the opportunity to litigate complex patent matters while collaborating with nationally recognized intellectual property litigators and technical professionals.ResponsibilitiesRepresent clients in patent litigation matters in federal courts, before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and in other dispute resolution forums.Handle all phases of patent litigation, including pleadings, discovery, claim construction, expert discovery, dispositive motions, trial preparation, and appeals.Conduct legal and technical research involving complex technologies and patent issues.Draft motions, briefs, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation filings.Collaborate with technical experts, inventors, and in-house counsel to develop litigation strategy.Analyze patent portfolios and intellectual property issues affecting clients' business objectives.Represent clients across a wide range of industries, including telecommunications, software, hardware, financial services, manufacturing, and other technology sectors.Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, business-focused litigation strategies.QualificationsJ.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.2–7 years of patent litigation experience at a law firm.Bachelor's, master's, or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.Ability to understand and communicate complex technical concepts effectively.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, client-focused approach.Active bar admission in the jurisdiction where applying or eligibility for admission.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive compensation commensurate with experience, including performance-based bonus opportunities.Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, paid time off, and firm-sponsored wellness programs.Hybrid work environment with meaningful mentorship, advanced legal technology resources, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on sophisticated patent litigation for leading technology companies and innovative businesses across a nationally recognized intellectual property practice.