Associate Attorney - IP Litigation

Associate Attorney - IP Litigation

Join our prestigious law firm as an Associate Attorney in Intellectual Property Litigation, a role that offers the opportunity to engage in complex, high-stakes litigation matters. This position is ideal for individuals located in or willing to relocate to Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, New York, or Washington, D.C. With a firm positioned in the AmLaw 50, this role not only enhances your legal prowess in IP law but offers a robust competitive package and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Salary: $310,000.00 - $420,000.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in high-stakes intellectual property litigation across various jurisdictions.
• Manage complex litigation cases with a focus on intellectual property, leveraging both technical and legal expertise.
• Work collaboratively within a team of skilled IP attorneys to develop and implement strategic legal approaches.
• Participate in all phases of the litigation process, from initiation of the case to the discovery stage, through trial, post-trial, and appeal proceedings.
• Provide legal research, draft pleadings, and handle motions practice and briefing.
• Maintain frequent client interaction to provide status updates and strategic advice.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• 3-5 years of experience in intellectual property litigation.
• Admitted to practice in one of the states: Georgia, North Carolina, Texas, New York, or Washington D.C., or capable of securing admission.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proven record in effective client and team interaction.
• Display the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A technical background, ideally with exposure to legal issues related to engineering or computer science.
• An undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Experience with international intellectual property law and multi-jurisdictional cases.
• Proven track record of managing multiple complex cases effectively under tight deadlines.
• Strong strategic thinking and legal analytical skills.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Advanced litigation skills, particularly in intellectual property.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of conveying concepts to a diverse audience.
• Proficiency with legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Technical acuity, preferably with an understanding of the technological aspects involved in IP cases.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and merit-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and more.
• Personal medical and parental leave, paid holidays.
• Dependent care, elder care, concierge services, and various corporate discounts.
• Alternative work arrangements, flexible time off, and career options to balance the demands of family and career.