Intellectual Property Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate to join its Minneapolis office. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of patent litigation experience and will contribute to a practice that handles IP disputes on a regional, national, and international level.

Duties

• Represent clients in intellectual property disputes.
• Collaborate with a team on complex litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Participate in client meetings and strategy sessions.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of patent litigation experience.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Exceptional analytical and writing abilities.
• Excellent client service skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care plan.
• Retirement plan.
• Parental leave.
• Short and long-term disability.

This is a full-service, established law firm with regional, national and international clients. Their practice area includes litigation, real estate, employment, finance and mergers & acquisitions, and government lobbying. This firm comprises lawyers with absolutely stellar academic credentials from top national law schools. The associates at the firm seem very happy. It has formal mentoring program for young lawyers, and associates are encouraged to be involved within the community. The quality of the work expected and produced at the firm is tops, and everyone works hard but the firm realizes that lawyers have a life outside of work. Compensation is very competitive.