Job Description
Job DescriptionIP & T Litigation Associate Attorney-Washington DCResponsibilities and practiceOur client is seeking an associate with excellent academic credentials and 4-6 years of patent litigation experience to join our clients dynamic Intellectual Property and Technology practice. The person hired for this position will work closely with partners across the U.S., will be a key member of the team, and can expect to assume responsibility, including significant client contact, for a wide variety of related IP work, including:
- Litigation focused on patents, trade secret, false advertising, unfair competition, and other IP rights in federal courts and before the USITC
- Drafting and responding to pleadings and motions, appellate briefs, and correspondence with counsel
- Working with experts, including assisting in preparing reports
- Assisting with discovery in litigation, including document discovery, written discovery, and taking and defending depositions
- Preparing for and assisting with jury and bench trials and administrative hearings
- Preparing for, assisting in, and arguing in motion arguments, trials, and appellate arguments in state and federal trial and appellate courts, including administrative hearings before the PTAB and ITC
- Dispute settlement strategies, including mediation and other types of dispute resolution
- Conducting and assisting in PTAB proceedings and matters before the ITC
- Conducting and managing legal research and writing
This position offers ample training and mentorship opportunities within a collaborative, multi-office IP litigation team of dedicated lawyers who have an unparalleled track record of success. We take an integrated, multidisciplinary approach that provides a broader perspective on how intellectual property issues affect key legal and business decisions. Pursuant to Washington, DC and New York law, the salary range for this position is $265,000 to $420,000, based on experience. Based on years of experience, our clients' associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Also, they offer a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.Position requirementsPersonal skills/attributes
- Possesses superb written communications skills and an ability to produce written work product that is concise and effective
- Embraces teamwork and values collaboration
- Has strong analytical skills and an ability to offer unique perspectives on complex issues
- Has strong interpersonal and oral communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
Technical skills
- 4-6 years of litigation experience is required
- Strong academic credentials are required
- Experience in patent and ITC litigation
- Patent Bar, background in science or engineering preferred
Other requirements
- Should be licensed to practice law in the state of hire and be in good standing
- Patent bar preferred
This is a Direct Hire opportunity. Please note, Qualified Professional and our clients are EEOC compliant.
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