Intellectual Property Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate in Madison, WI. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in intellectual property litigation, with a focus on patent, trademark, and trade secrets cases. An undergraduate or advanced degree in a technological or scientific field is preferred.

Duties

• Conduct early case assessments and investigations, including analysis of accused products and prior art.
• Draft invalidity and infringement claim charts and assist with contentions.
• Prepare pleadings and motions, and handle related meet-and-confers.
• Manage complex discovery and negotiations, including e-discovery tools and vendors.
• Prepare claim construction briefs and hearing materials.
• Collaborate with experts on reports and testimony.
• Prepare deposition outlines and exhibits.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in intellectual property litigation.
• Strong academic record.
• Outstanding organizational, communication, and writing skills.

Education

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in a technological or scientific field preferred.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and conducting legal research.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life and disability insurance.

This large firm operates like a small law firm, with offices across the nation, and the quality of its attorneys and work is high. The firm's lawyers try cases all over the nations, and try more cases than most firms in the country. The firm hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools. The pay is average, but the billable requirement is reasonable. People work hard, but the firm realizes that quality of life is just as important. The firm handles virtually all types of litigation and transactional law. It has been a legal powerhouse in the Midwest for a long time. The size allows the firm to handle the most complex transactions and cases, and its clients include many Fortune 500 companies. Associates are allowed to choose the practice areas and specific assignments that interest them, and they will be challenged with responsibility and client contact.