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IP Litigation Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

$225k - $390k

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Job Description

Job Description

Salary range: $225K - $390K

Location: Austin, Texas, New York, New York, Palo Alto, California, San Diego, California, San Francisco, California, Washington, District of Columbia, Seattle, Washington, Los Angeles, California, Boston, Massachusetts

Hybrid work policy: 3 days in-office (4 days in Austin, TX office)

About this role

We are looking for an IP Litigation Associate with 1-6 years of experience to join Morrison & Foerster's powerhouse patent litigation practice. This is a high-priority hire driven by increased demand, and you'll work on the highest-profile and most complex patent disputes for leading tech, life sciences, and consumer products companies.

What will you be doing?

  • Handling patent and/or trade secret litigation matters for high-caliber tech and life sciences clients
  • Taking on substantive responsibility early — matters are staffed leanly, giving associates direct client exposure
  • Conducting research, drafting briefs, and managing case strategy across complex IP disputes
  • Working collaboratively across offices on matters involving cutting-edge technologies
  • Contributing to ITC proceedings, district court litigation, and client counseling

Key Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in hard sciences — computer science, physics, math, electrical engineering, or life sciences strongly preferred (PhD in a relevant field is a major plus)
  • Strong academic credentials — the group reviews law school and undergraduate transcripts/GPAs closely
  • Experience at a top law firm handling patent and/or trade secret litigation
  • Admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing
  • Stable career trajectory — minimal lateral moves preferred

Role responsibilities

• Represent clients in high-profile and complex patent disputes.

• Resolve matters before trial and excel in courtroom litigation.

• Explain cutting-edge technologies to juries.

• Counsel clients with respect to ongoing matters.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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