IP Litigation Associate Patent Prosecution & Litigation

A law firm seeks an experienced Associate to join its Patent Prosecution & Litigation Practice Group, focusing on intellectual property litigation. This role provides an exciting opportunity to engage in high-stakes IP litigation, collaborating with a dynamic team to handle complex legal challenges. The position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and offers the chance to work with innovative technologies and sophisticated clients.

Duties:

• Manage and lead IP litigation cases, from pre-trial motions to case strategy and resolution.
• Draft and argue motions, handle depositions, and coordinate with expert witnesses.
• Oversee case management, ensuring that all deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
• Engage in Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings or participate in trial settings when necessary.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals in casework and strategy development.
• Provide clients with clear, actionable advice on intellectual property matters, helping guide case tactics.
• Draft key legal documents, including briefs, motions, and discovery requests.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of experience in intellectual property litigation.
• Proven ability to manage cases independently, with experience in briefing, motion practice, and taking depositions.
• Familiarity with PTAB proceedings and trial litigation is highly beneficial.
• Engineering degree and USPTO admission are preferred but not mandatory.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Must be licensed to practice law or eligible to become licensed in Virginia.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• A degree in engineering or a related technical field is preferred.

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar in Virginia or the ability to become licensed in Virginia promptly.
• USPTO admission is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex cases simultaneously.
• Proficiency in legal writing and technical analysis.
• Capacity to lead teams and guide junior associates and paralegals.
• Familiarity with patent law, IP litigation tools, and related legal practices.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and retirement benefits through a 401(k) plan.
• Paid Days Off (PDO) and vacation time.
• Potential for performance-based discretionary bonuses.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to create a diverse, inclusive workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.