Mid-level IP Tech Patent Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Palo Alto, CA, seeks a Mid-level IP Tech Patent Litigation Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of experience in PTAB/IPR, patent litigation in district court, and/or ITC proceedings. The ideal candidate should hold a degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, or a similar field. Familiarity with source code is preferred. Excellent academic credentials and references are required; candidates must be licensed to practice law or eligible to become licensed.

Duties:

• Represent clients in patent litigation matters before PTAB/IPR, district court, and/or ITC proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex intellectual property issues.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents related to patent litigation cases.
• Assist in deposition preparation, witness interviews, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop litigation strategies.
• Manage case files, deadlines, and client communications efficiently.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in PTAB/IPR, patent litigation, and/or ITC proceedings.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, or a similar field.
• Preferred familiarity with source code.
• Strong academic credentials from a reputable institution.
• Current license to practice law in CA or eligibility for licensure.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, or a similar field.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Despite its cultivated friendliness, this is a large and sophisticated firm in which attorneys learn to take an imaginative, adaptable approach to client matters rather than simply applying a certain transaction structure or litigation technique. This environment grants attorneys a breadth of experience unavailable to narrow specialists, which is essential for complex, multidistrict transaction and litigation matters.