Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney to join its East Palo Alto, CA office. The successful candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in intellectual property litigation and a deep understanding of IP laws. This role involves assisting in all facets of IP litigation, including legal research, document drafting, and trial preparation. The attorney will work closely with clients, experts, and senior attorneys to build case strategies and ensure successful outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on intellectual property laws, regulations, and precedents.
• Draft, review, and manage legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Assist in the preparation of discovery requests and responses.
• Contribute to case strategy development and provide actionable recommendations to senior attorneys.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Collaborate with clients, experts, and team members to collect and evaluate evidence.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized case files and documentation.
• Stay current with legal developments and industry trends related to intellectual property litigation.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.
• 2-3 years of demonstrated expertise in intellectual property litigation, ideally within a large law firm environment.
• Strong knowledge of intellectual property laws, including patents.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide clear, concise recommendations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented setting.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and technology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar field is a plus.

The Silicon Valley office of this outstanding firm has experienced tremendous growth since it opened and specializes in all aspects of intellectual property law including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and false advertising. The firms long list of blue chip clients includes major companies in a wide range of industries, including: manufacturing, telecommunications, energy, and entertainment. The firm enjoys a marvelous retention rate, in part because compensation is competitive with other top-paying firms and is not tied to minimum billable hours. The firm is incredibly selective.