Patent Litigation Associate

Location: California

Salary: $260K – $390K

Experience: 3+ Years

A prestigious Am Law 100 firm is seeking a highly qualified Patent Litigation Associate with 3+ years of experience to join its nationally recognized Intellectual Property Litigation group. This position is open in multiple major U.S. legal markets, including Boston, New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, and Miami.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to work on complex, high-stakes patent litigation matters in federal district courts and before the ITC. Associates in this group play a key role in all phases of litigation, including Markman hearings, discovery, depositions, working with technical and damages experts, motion practice, and trial preparation.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to practice in one or more relevant jurisdictions (CA, NY, MA, DC)
• Technical background in electrical engineering, computer science, or life sciences (e.g., biology, biochemistry, immunology)
• Strong litigation skills including legal research, writing, and oral advocacy
• Proven ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and work collaboratively on complex matters
• Experience with patent litigation in district court and/or ITC proceedings

Why This Role?

• Join a collaborative, inclusive, and highly regarded IP team
• Work with cutting-edge clients across the technology and life sciences sectors
• Competitive salary ($260,000–$390,000) plus bonus eligibility
• Hybrid work flexibility and robust mentorship

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