Lateral Associate, IP and Patent Litigation - 3rd to 5th Year

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Lateral Associate specializing in IP and Patent Litigation for their Washington, D.C. office. This role offers a hybrid work model, providing flexibility in office attendance. The position involves engaging in high-stakes intellectual property litigation, offering exposure to complex patent disputes and strategic decision-making.

Duties

• Engage in high-stakes IP litigation across various courts and tribunals.
• Collaborate with nationally recognized IP litigators.
• Participate in trial strategy and appellate advocacy.
• Handle substantive work and client interactions.

Requirements

• JD and active attorney license in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Eligibility to waive into the D.C. Bar or willingness to sit for the D.C. bar exam.
• 3-5 years of experience in patent and/or IP litigation.
• Strong foundation in IP and patent law.
• Stellar academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications

• USPTO registration number desirable but not required.

Skills

• Technical background or experience with complex technologies preferred.
• Judicial clerkship experience preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Virtual care services through CloseKnit.
• On-site Wellness Center with medical services.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Wellness program.
• Firm-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Supplemental insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Transportation commuter benefit program.
• Back-up childcare and family support.
• Pet insurance discount.
• Employee Assistance Program services.

The corporate law office is headquartered in Washington, D.C. The law firm was formed in 1978. Area of specialization is intellectual property law. More than fifty adept lawyers comprise the firm. A number of their practice disciplines consist of patent prosecution, litigation-appeals, reexamination, licensing and trademark. There are seventeen practice industries such as biotechnology, electronics, consumer products and food science-packaging. The law practice embraces community outreach. As a result, attorneys are hands-on in many community service activities during the year.