Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an intellectual property litigation associate attorney to join its team in Minneapolis, MN. The successful candidate will engage in diverse patent, trademark, copyright, unfair competition, and trade secret cases, collaborating with experienced trial attorneys.

Duties

• Manage ESI collection and production.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Analyze patents and prior art.
• Draft claim charts and substantive motions.
• Collaborate on expert reports.
• Prepare for and assist in hearings and trials.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in intellectual property litigation or complex federal court litigation.
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task efficiently.
• Licensed to practice law in Minnesota or able to become licensed.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree.

Certifications

• Patent Bar eligibility a plus.

Skills

• Independent thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with post-grant review proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

This firm is home to nearly 500 attorneys spread across 13 offices nationwide, an excellent size for associates and partners alike. The firm offers a full suite of practice areas and caters to businesses of many sizes and industries, with particularly strong litigation and corporate services. With a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, community involvement, and pro bono service, this is an excellent firm at which to work.