Junior/Midlevel Intellectual Property Disputes Associate

Job Overview

A top-tier law firm with a nationally recognized Intellectual Property Disputes practice is seeking junior to midlevel associates to join its litigation team. Ideal candidates will have 1–5 years of experience in complex IP litigation at a large law firm and a technical background in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering. This position is open across several key U.S. offices and provides an opportunity to work on high-profile technology-related litigation matters.

Location

• Seattle, WA

Duties

• Represent clients in patent and other intellectual property disputes

• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, and other legal documents

• Conduct discovery, depositions, and witness preparation

• Perform legal research and analysis

• Assist in trial preparation and participate in court proceedings

• Collaborate with senior attorneys, clients, and technical experts

• Contribute to strategy development and case management

Requirements

• 1–5 years of litigation experience, preferably from a large law firm environment

• Demonstrated experience or interest in intellectual property disputes

• Admission to the bar in the state corresponding to the desired office location

• Ability to handle complex legal and technical matters efficiently

• Willingness to work across teams and practice groups

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications

• Active bar membership in good standing for the applicable state jurisdiction

Skills

• Preferred technical background in:

  • Computer science

  • Electrical engineering

  • Computer engineering

• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical abilities

• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to clients and colleagues

• Organized, proactive, and detail-oriented

• Adaptability and teamwork across jurisdictions and offices

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus eligibility

• Judicial clerkship bonus for qualifying applicants

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Life, disability, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance

  • Business travel accident insurance

  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts

  • 401(k) plan participation

• Paid time off:

  • Up to 20 vacation days annually

  • 9 paid holidays

  • 2 personal days

  • Up to 10 days paid sick leave

  • Bereavement leave (up to 5 days)

  • Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave

  • Up to 10 weeks paid pregnancy disability leave

• Additional support and wellness programs:

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Work/Life Services

  • HealthAdvocate wellness support

  • Bright Horizons Back-Up Child Care

  • WageWorks commuter benefits