Mid-Level Copyright Litigation Attorney - Tech-Focused Dockets | San Francisco, CA

Mid-Level Copyright Litigation Attorney – Tech-Focused Dockets | San Francisco, CA

Base pay range: $260,000.00/yr - $310,000.00/yr

Practice area: Intellectual Property - Trademark/Copyright - Litigation

Job ID: 384633

Location: San Francisco, CA

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Legal Services and Law Practice

Overview

Top-tier law firm seeks a mid-level Intellectual Property Attorney in San Francisco to lead copyright litigation for technology-forward clients. Handle complex disputes, brief cutting-edge issues, and collaborate with elite litigators. This Am Law–caliber practice offers immediate courtroom exposure, mentorship from trial-tested partners, and direct client engagement on industry-defining matters. This opportunity is actively interviewing.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in federal copyright litigation and related IP disputes
• Collaborate with experienced litigators on strategy, discovery, and briefing
• Conduct deep legal research and analysis on novel tech/copyright issues
• Draft complaints, motions, and appellate-quality briefs
• Advise clients on ongoing litigation posture and risk

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of law firm experience in intellectual property matters, with emphasis on copyright litigation
• Technology-related litigation experience (software, platforms, AI, or digital media)
• California Bar required (or eligibility to practice in California)
• Stellar research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Sound judgment, business awareness, and team-first approach

Culture & Firm Appeal

Associates highlight a supportive, non-hierarchical culture with partner access, consistent feedback, and training that accelerates growth. The team blends trial readiness with pragmatic counseling—ideal for a San Francisco legal jobs seeker who values professionalism, balance, and sophisticated work at a top-tier law firm.

Why This Role Is Unique

• Tech-facing docket with cutting-edge copyright issues
• Early ownership of briefs, arguments, and strategy in high-impact cases
• Cross-practice collaboration (privacy, licensing, and platform counseling)
• Clear runway toward increasing responsibility and a partner-track position

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability options
• Parental leave; adoption and fertility benefits
• Global wellness program; Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements
• Paid primary state bar and professional association dues
• Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel; matching gift programs

Calls to Action

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