Mid-Level Intellectual Property Associate Attorney

Job Title: Mid-Level Intellectual Property Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking a skilled Intellectual Property Litigation Associate with at least four years of substantive experience. The role involves handling complex IP litigation matters, particularly cases related to patent disputes. Candidates with a technical background in electrical engineering and experience with the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) are highly desirable.

Duties:

• Manage and support intellectual property litigation cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct legal research, draft motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, hearings, and depositions.
• Collaborate with expert witnesses, clients, and internal teams to develop litigation strategies.
• Provide strategic counsel on intellectual property rights and enforcement.
• Engage in discovery processes, including document review, depositions, and interrogatories.
• Analyze technical and legal issues related to patents and intellectual property disputes.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of intellectual property litigation experience.
• Strong background in patent disputes, including PTAB proceedings.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
• Strong communication and client management skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Massachusetts State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Certifications:

• Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (preferred but not required).

Skills:

• Expertise in intellectual property and patent litigation.
• Strong technical acumen, particularly in electrical engineering (preferred).
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Job Location:

• Boston, MA

A terrific national firm with an especially strong Mid-Atlantic presence, this firm is known for empowering associates with substantive work early on in their careers. The firm boasts strong corporate, litigation, and intellectual property departments, as well as a newly minted and fast-growing Health Sciences Department.