Junior to Midlevel Intellectual Property Disputes Associate

Job Overview:

A prestigious law firm is seeking a Junior to Midlevel Associate with 1-5 years of intellectual property (IP) litigation experience to join its Intellectual Property Disputes practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in electrical or computer engineering, computer science, or a related field, along with experience in handling complex IP litigation matters. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile cases while gaining exposure to all aspects of IP disputes, from pre-litigation strategy to trial.

Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Duties:

• Handle complex IP disputes, including patent infringement, trademark, and trade secret cases.
• Draft and review legal documents, including complaints, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• Assist in managing the discovery process and develop document review strategies.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on IP-related issues.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and provide legal counsel to clients.
• Participate in client meetings and help drive case outcomes.
• Contribute to business development efforts by supporting marketing initiatives and client relationships.

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of experience in intellectual property litigation at a large law firm or equivalent experience.
• Strong technical background in electrical or computer engineering, computer science, or a related field is preferred.
• Active bar membership in the state where applying.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently.

Education:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the state bar where applying.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of intellectual property law, particularly in patent and trademark litigation.
• Strong legal writing, research, and drafting skills.
• Familiarity with IP litigation tools and technologies.
• Proficiency in legal research and case management software.
• Excellent interpersonal and client management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with clients.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, based on experience and location.
• Annual performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with firm matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.
• Paid parental leave and pregnancy disability leave.
• Employee Assistance Program and Work/Life Services.
• Commuter benefits, childcare assistance, and wellness programs.
• Eligibility for annual discretionary bonuses and clerkship bonuses (for judicial clerkship candidates).
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Additional benefits, including backup childcare, travel accident insurance, and health savings accounts.

This large law firm opened with a labor and leveraged-leasing practice and quickly built a substantial corporate and litigation practice. Today, the firm focuses its practice on business and finance, investment management, litigation, labor and employment, real estate and environmental issues. Attorneys at the firm enjoy a faily casual, though conservative, environment where partners tend to be collegial and offer excellent formal and informal training programs. In addition to recieving fair market salaries, associates at the firm have the opportunity to participate in award winning pro bono work.