Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney in Palo Alto, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling complex patent disputes and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Duties

• Represent clients in high-profile patent and trade secret litigation.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis.
• Draft and review legal documents and pleadings.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys on case strategy.
• Communicate effectively with clients and opposing counsel.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in intellectual property litigation.
• Admitted to the state bar where practicing.
• Strong academic credentials in law and relevant undergraduate coursework.
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.

Education

• Undergraduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or physics preferred.

Certifications

• State bar admission required.

Skills

• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in explaining complex technologies to diverse audiences.
• Sound legal and business acumen.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program access.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule options.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration.
• Pro bono opportunities and matching gift programs.

This vigorous, multi-national juggernaut splits its business into several practice areas, including corporate finance, labor and employment, environmental, technology licensing, litigation, patent and intellectual property, tax, and real estate. The firm boasts particularly strong intellectual property and intellectual property litigation practices. The firm?s clients include private and public companies in a number of diverse fields, such as computer hardware and software, telecommunications, biotechnology, investment banking, and transportation. Despite its size and impressive stature within the legal community, insiders claim the firm maintains a ?small firm? culture ? associates are neither competitive nor pretentious and the firm itself is notoriously not hierarchical. Although the firm will never initiate salary hikes, compensation is competitive, and billable hour pressure is manageable.