Associate Attorney (Patent Litigation)

Join a nationally recognized IP litigation practice where you'll gain hands-on responsibility in high-stakes patent disputes, enjoy hybrid flexibility, earn up to $365K, and accelerate your career alongside elite trial and appellate attorneys!

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Salary: $260,000 - $365,000 per year

A bit about us:

A premier intellectual property law firm focused exclusively on complex patent, trademark, and technology-related matters. The organization offers attorneys the opportunity to work on sophisticated litigation and appellate matters in a collaborative environment that emphasizes professional development, mentorship, and meaningful client engagement.

Why join us?

Competitive salary ranging from $260,000-$365,000
Hybrid work model with flexible in-office scheduling
Exposure to high-stakes patent and intellectual property litigation
Opportunities to work in district courts, ITC, PTAB, and Federal Circuit matters
Lean litigation teams providing significant responsibility early in your career
Direct collaboration with nationally recognized IP litigators
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Virtual healthcare services
On-site wellness center
Flexible spending accounts
Wellness program
Firm-paid life, disability, and AD&D insurance
Supplemental insurance options
401(k) retirement savings plan
Transportation commuter benefits
Back-up childcare and family support services
Pet insurance discount
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible billable-hour program with options ranging from 1,400 to 2,000 hours

Job Details

Support complex patent and intellectual property litigation matters from case inception through appeal.
Assist with proceedings before federal district courts, the International Trade Commission (ITC), PTAB, and the Federal Circuit.
Draft legal briefs, motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and case strategy memoranda.
Conduct legal research involving patent law, IP disputes, and emerging technologies.
Participate in fact development, discovery management, and deposition preparation.
Analyze complex legal and technical issues involving innovative products and technologies.
Collaborate closely with partners, experts, clients, and litigation teams.
Support trial preparation and appellate advocacy efforts.
Engage directly with clients and contribute to litigation strategy discussions.
Develop substantive litigation experience through meaningful responsibility on active matters.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
Eligible for admission to the D.C. Bar through waiver or examination.
3+ years of patent and/or intellectual property litigation experience in a law firm setting.
Strong foundation in patent law and intellectual property litigation.
Excellent academic credentials.
Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment.

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