Associate - IP Litigation

IP Litigation Associate | Am. Law 100 | Class Years 2019–2022 Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, Palo Alto, San Francisio, and Washington, DC. Intro Our Am. Law 100 client is expanding a high-performing IP litigation group handling complex patent and technical trade secret disputes. The platform spans Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, with national trial experience and PTAB depth.

Role Summary

Litigate patent and technical trade secret matters in federal courts and at the PTAB Draft and argue motions, manage discovery, take and defend depositions Work directly with partners, in-house counsel, and experts on strategy, damages, and trial prep Collaborate across offices on cutting-edge technologies spanning software, semiconductors, life sciences, and mechanical systems Candidate Profile JD class years 2019–2022 Strong academic record and substantive IP litigation experience, with patent and/or technical trade secrets focus Undergraduate degree in EE, CE, CS, ME, ChemE, BiomedE, or similar highly preferred Judicial clerkship valued, with particular interest in CAFC experience PTAB exposure a plus Why This Role Matters that move the needle: high-stakes disputes with sophisticated clients and technical depth Mentorship that accelerates responsibility: early stand-up opportunities and partner access National platform: coordinated trial teams and PTAB capabilities across key tech hubs Transparent compensation and benefits: base salary $260,000 to $390,000, plus discretionary performance bonus; comprehensive health care, retirement plan, paid vacation and sick time, parental leave, basic life insurance, and FSAs.

Compensation

within range depends on qualifications and operational factors. Locations include DEN, LAX, NYC, PAL, SFO, and WAS. Call to Action Qualified candidates should Click below to SCHEDULE A CALL or use the "I'm Interested" button to send us your information confidentially: