Lateral IP Litigation Associate

Job Overview: A distinguished law firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its IP Litigation team in New York. This position is ideal for candidates with a strong academic background and experience in intellectual property and patent litigation. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing complex patent disputes and contribute to high-profile cases, working alongside a team of leading professionals in the field.

Location:

• New York City, NY

Duties:

• Represent clients in complex patent litigation matters.
• Draft and review legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and discovery requests.
• Manage litigation timelines, discovery processes, and case preparation.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on IP and patent law issues.
• Participate in hearings, trials, and oral arguments.
• Contribute to PTAB (Patent Trial and Appeal Board) disputes, if applicable.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and management.
• Conduct legal research and prepare detailed memoranda on IP-related issues.
• Support business development and client relations.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in IP or patent litigation.
• Top-tier academic credentials and law school performance.
• Admission to the State Bar or eligibility for admission.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school (Graduation years 2019–2022 preferred).
• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar or eligibility to apply.

Skills:

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Technical proficiency and the ability to quickly understand complex technical concepts.
• Experience with PTAB disputes is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Retirement benefits and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Basic life insurance.
• Performance-based discretionary bonuses.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.