Lateral IP Litigation Associate

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly qualified attorney to join its IP Litigation team in San Francisco. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys with top law school credentials and a strong background in intellectual property and patent litigation. The firm offers an exciting platform for career development and growth within the IP practice.

Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Duties:

• Represent clients in IP litigation matters, focusing on patent disputes.
• Prepare and argue motions, including for summary judgment and claim construction.
• Handle litigation strategy, discovery, and deposition preparation.
• Assist with PTAB (Patent Trial and Appeal Board) disputes, as needed.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and client communications.
• Research and analyze legal issues in intellectual property and patent law.
• Draft legal briefs, memoranda, and motions.
• Support business development efforts, including client pitches and presentations.

Requirements:

• Admission to the California State Bar or eligibility for admission.
• Experience in IP or patent litigation.
• Familiarity with PTAB disputes is a plus.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• J.D. from a top-tier law school (Class years 2019–2022 preferred).
• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar (or eligibility for admission).

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in handling complex litigation matters, including motions and depositions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze technical subject matter.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Experience with PTAB matters is highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Health care benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement benefits and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Paid time off, including sick leave, vacation time, and parental leave.
• Basic life insurance and discretionary performance-based bonuses.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.