Intellectual Property Associate - San Francisco, CA

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Associate with 4 to 6 years of experience in AI, copyright, trademark, trade secret, and/or false advertising law to join their practice in San Francisco, California. The role involves managing complex litigation and enforcement matters, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and counseling clients on legal risks.

Duties

• Manage intellectual property and technology litigation and enforcement matters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver legal solutions.
• Develop strategies for complex litigation and enforcement actions.
• Counsel clients on legal risks related to product development.
• Conduct legal research and analysis with strong writing skills.
• Manage the discovery phase of litigation, including e-discovery.
• Exhibit excellent verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong client-facing skills and teamwork.

Requirements

• 4 to 6 years of experience in AI, trademark, copyright, false advertising, and/or trade-secret law.
• Strong understanding of the Lanham Act, the Copyright Act, the DMCA, and related laws.
• Trial experience is preferred.
• Willingness to engage with a broad range of legal principles.
• Highly motivated with excellent academic credentials.
• Superior writing and communication skills.
• Membership in the California State Bar is required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• Membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent verbal communication.
• Effective teamwork and client-facing abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

This preeminent San Francisco firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a $10,000 bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable-hour levels above 1,950.