Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is currently seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney for its Minneapolis location. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of experience with patents and related complex technology litigation. A technical degree (e.g., electrical engineering, computer science/engineering, chemistry, biology, biomedical engineering) is strongly preferred, along with significant experience handling substantive patent issues. The candidate must have the ability to learn underlying technology, superior written and oral communication skills, a desire for teamwork, and excellent academic credentials. The Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney will be a key member of the firm's legal team, specializing in handling complex technology litigation with a focus on patents. The role requires a candidate with 2+ years of experience, a technical degree, and expertise in addressing substantive patent issues. Strong written and oral communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and excellent academic credentials are essential for success in this role.

Duties:

• Handle complex technology litigation with a focus on patents.
• Address substantive patent issues related to various technical fields.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on intellectual property matters.
• Draft and file legal documents, pleadings, and motions.
• Collaborate with clients, experts, and other legal professionals.
• Provide legal counsel on patent-related disputes.
• Work closely with technology experts to understand underlying technologies.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree from a reputable law school.
• Active Bar membership in the state of Minnesota.
• 2+ years of experience with patents and related complex technology litigation.
• Technical degree (e.g., electrical engineering, computer science/engineering, chemistry, biology, biomedical engineering) strongly preferred.
• Significant experience handling substantive patent issues.
• Ability to learn underlying technology.

Skills:

• 2+ years of experience with patents and complex technology litigation.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team.
• Desire for teamwork and a collaborative mindset.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
• Knowledge of intellectual property laws and regulations.

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