Intellectual Property Consulting Counsel

Job Overview:

A law firm seeks an experienced Intellectual Property Consulting Counsel to join their dynamic team in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patent litigation, a willingness to learn trademark litigation, and a passion for intellectual property law. This role offers significant responsibility and direct exposure to clients.

Duties:

• Manage and oversee patent litigation cases from inception to resolution
• Conduct pre-trial analysis and develop mitigation strategies
• Handle discovery matters and disputes efficiently
• Take and defend depositions
• Collaborate with experts and review their reports
• Represent clients in court hearings and trials
• Provide clients with strategic legal advice on intellectual property matters
• Stay updated on relevant legal developments and industry trends
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to team development
• Participate in business development and client relationship management activities

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6+ years of patent litigation experience
• Open to learning and handling trademark litigation cases
• Experience in ANDA litigation is a plus
• Strong litigation experience throughout the case lifecycle, including:
  • Pre-trial analysis
  • Discovery matters/disputes
  • Taking and defending depositions
  • Working with experts and their reports
  • Court hearings and trial
• Excellent academic credentials and references

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Educational background in biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, or life sciences preferred

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in Washington, DC, or eligibility to waive in

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional written and oral communication abilities
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Proficiency in legal research and familiarity with litigation support tools
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work

Based in Washington and Virginia, this national law firm with over 200 attorneys started in the early 1980s with the motive to provide attentive, innovative and first-rate advocacy grounded in legal, regulatory and public policy expertise and experience. Advertising, aviation, appellate, antitrust, corporate, communications, bankruptcy and financial restructuring, election law and government ethics, international trade, litigation, postal, privacy, public policy, insurance, health care, intellectual property, white collar defense & government investigations, employment & labor, environment safety and government contracts are the firm's specialty areas.