Lateral IP Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Irvine is seeking a Lateral IP Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience. The ideal candidate should possess top law school credentials and have substantial IP/patent litigation experience.

Duties:

• Handle all aspects of intellectual property litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motions practice, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to patent law, copyright law, and other intellectual property issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Assist with patent portfolio analysis and client counseling.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Participate in hearings, depositions, and other court proceedings as required.
• Manage case files, deadlines, and client communications.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff on case strategy and execution.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar.
• 3-6 years of experience in IP litigation.
• Top law school credentials.
• Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, or similar field (preferred).
• Experience with PTAB disputes (preferred).
• CAFC clerkship experience (preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the State Bar.

Skills:

• IP/patent litigation experience.
• Legal research and writing proficiency.
• Technical background in engineering or computer science.
• Case management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic legal environment.

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.