Intellectual Property Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate in Chicago, IL. This role involves handling patent and other intellectual property litigation in federal court, covering all phases from pleadings to trial preparation.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Manage discovery processes and collaborate with experts.
• Advise clients on patent and intellectual property rights issues.
• Engage in trial preparation and dispositive motions.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of law firm experience in intellectual property litigation.
• Experience with patent prosecution and technical areas such as mechanical, electromechanical, software, and electrical inventions is preferred.
• Experience in federal court litigation is strongly preferred.
• Admission to the State Bar or ability to waive in immediately.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is desirable.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Clear path to partnership with transparent expectations.
• Robust mentoring and direct access to partners and clients.
• Competitive billing expectations and billable credit for pro bono work.
• Structured professional development programs.
• Dynamic, inclusive culture fostering collaboration and innovation.

With over eight decades of experience in handling cases involving antitrust & trade regulations, public finance, healthcare, environmental law, and bankruptcy, this firm has racked up substantial legal victories for its numerous clients in a variety of industries, from automotive to energy and hospitality. The firm has achieved all of this through the application of tenacious advocacy skills, as well as comprehensive case reviews and insightful cost-effective strategy implementation to every individual case. Accordingly, it has earned the respect and trust of its clients. With offices across the US, the firm only hires the best legal talent available, and its recruits are trained in line with the latest industry standards of practice. It also offers several financial incentives and salary packages, and actively encourages a healthy work-life balance as it recognizes the need for lawyers to live pleasant, satisfying lives outside of the workplace.