Intellectual Property Litigation Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate for its Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate will have three to seven years of experience in patent litigation and a background in electrical engineering, computer science, or artificial intelligence.

Duties

• Collaborate with attorneys in the Technology, Manufacturing & Transportation business unit.
• Develop and articulate legal strategies and courses of action.
• Manage multiple projects effectively under pressure.

Requirements

• Three to seven years of patent litigation experience.
• Active bar license in the state of residence or commitment to obtain one.
• Excellent academic credentials and superior interpersonal skills.

Education

• Background in electrical engineering, computer science, or artificial intelligence preferred.

Certifications

• Active bar license required.

Skills

• Exceptional judgment and ability to handle multiple projects.
• Proactive, dynamic, and entrepreneurial mindset.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Performance and client development bonuses.

This premier firm is one of the largest law firms in the region. It is a client-driven firm with over 300 attorneys. The firm has offices across the Midwest and spreading overseas. In response to starting salary increases in some parts of the country, this firm dramatically changed its approach to associate compensation, increasing salary structure and determining each associate's professional development toward partnership by the skills they develop and the work ethic and quality of work they demonstrate throughout their career, rather than on a lock-step, class-by-class basis. Associates who want to develop their practice skills more rapidly, can demonstrate a high quality of work and a large time commitment will be able to progress more rapidly. Salaries are commensurate with the local market in which they are employed.