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Supreme Court and Appellate Associate - Patent Appeals and IP

Top Ranked by BCG

Type Full-Time

Location California - Irvine

Job ID U7MK421159

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 5 - Max. 7 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas Litigation - AppellateIP - Litigation - Hard Science GeneralIP - Litigation - Life Science GeneralIP - Litigation General

2026-06-05 02:14:59

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Supreme Court and Appellate Associate specializing in patent appeals and intellectual property in Irvine, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling complex technical subject matter across high-tech and life-sciences industries, working on high-profile cases in a collegial and diverse environment.

Duties

  • Focus on Federal Circuit patent appeals and IP cases in high-tech and life-sciences sectors.
  • Draft appellate briefs, petitions for certiorari, and amicus briefs.
  • Conduct sophisticated legal research and analysis on complex patent-law and IP issues.
  • Assist in developing appellate strategy and identifying key legal arguments.
  • Collaborate with trial teams to preserve appellate issues and develop records for appeal.
  • Prepare for and participate in moot courts and oral argument preparation.
  • Advise clients on appellate procedure, potential outcomes, and strategic considerations.
  • Engage deeply with technical subject matter.

Requirements

  • J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
  • Admission to at least one state bar; Federal Circuit admission preferred.
  • 5-7 years of experience in appellate litigation, focusing on patent and IP appeals.
  • Prior clerkship experience, especially with the Federal Circuit or a district court with a significant patent docket.
  • Demonstrated experience drafting appellate briefs and substantive motions in patent or IP matters.
  • Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
  • Commitment to the highest standards of professional excellence.
  • Experience with life-sciences patent matters is ideal but not required.

Education

  • J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

  • Admission to at least one state bar; Federal Circuit admission preferred.

Skills

  • Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to distill complex technical and legal issues into clear, persuasive arguments.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
  • Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
  • Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
  • 401K program.
  • Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

This firm takes a cross-discipline approach to legal practice; attorneys develop their careers to their fullest potential in a work environment dedicated to collaboration and client solutions. These attorneys then implement their skills and experience to foster long-term client relationships, advising clients on a broad array of legal issues.

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