Mid-To-Senior Level IP Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Mid-To-Senior Level IP Litigation Associate Attorney with the following responsibilities:

Job Overview: The IP Litigation Associate Attorney will primarily focus on handling intellectual property litigation matters, including trademark disputes, patent litigation, and anti-counterfeiting matters. The ideal candidate will possess 3-6 years of relevant experience in IP litigation and demonstrate exceptional legal skills, client service, and communication abilities.

Duties:

• Handle all aspects of IP litigation, including drafting briefs, motions, and other pleadings.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Work closely with experts, including technical and damage experts.
• Manage USPTO office proceedings, including trademark oppositions and cancellations.
• Conduct trademark searches and surveys to support litigation strategies.
• Assist in anti-counterfeiting efforts, including drafting cease and desist letters and coordinating with law enforcement agencies.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of IP litigation experience.
• Demonstrated experience in trademark and anti-counterfeiting matters is preferred.
• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or the ability to become licensed.
• Superior client service skills.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the North Carolina State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

This rapidly growing firm has some serious chops with regards to the energy and natural resources, financial, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, retail, transportation, life sciences, communications, and health care sectors. Given the firm?s growth status, this firm promises multiple opportunities for associates to catch a wave and get in on the ground floor of something big.