Mid-Level Litigation Associate - IP Group

Job Overview:
A reputable law firm is seeking a Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join its Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group. This role is ideal for attorneys with 3–4 years of experience in patent litigation. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to high-stakes IP litigation matters. Candidates with a technical background are preferred, but this is not a requirement for those with strong patent litigation experience.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Represent clients in complex patent litigation matters from case inception through resolution

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda related to IP disputes

• Conduct legal and technical research to support litigation strategies

• Collaborate with team members to develop case strategy and trial preparation

• Work with expert witnesses and assist in the preparation of testimony and reports

• Participate in hearings, depositions, and discovery processes

Requirements:

• 3–4 years of experience in patent litigation

• Demonstrated ability to handle high-volume and sophisticated litigation matters

• Strong legal writing and analytical skills

• Admitted to practice in New York or Washington, D.C.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Strong academic credentials

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in New York or Washington, D.C.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities

• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

• Team-oriented with a proactive and collaborative mindset

Benefits:

• Opportunity to join a nationally recognized IP litigation team

• Dynamic and collegial work environment

• Professional growth and advancement opportunities

This firm is high on profits per partner, but low in terms of associate satisfaction. The good news? They are looking at it, says management, who is reinvigorating the attempts to address associate satisfaction and attrition. Although the work is good--associates feel that they learn through trial by fire, those wanting hands on mentoring or touchy feely interaction with partners will likely be disappointed. However, with major investment bank clients and a recipe for profitability, it is unlikely that this large New York firm will leave the Manhattan scene any time soon.