Senior Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Charlotte is seeking a Senior Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney with 6+ years of experience in IP litigation, preferably with trial experience. The ideal candidate should have a technical background in software, computer science, electrical, or mechanical areas. They must possess strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality client service. The attorney will work closely with experienced lawyers, receive active mentoring, and have opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to intellectual property litigation matters.
• Draft substantive pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Organize, conduct, and manage discovery practices, including e-discovery.
• Participate in hearings and depositions.
• Interface directly with clients and provide strategic legal advice.
• Work closely with experienced lawyers on case strategy and management.
• Assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience in intellectual property litigation.
• Technical background in software, computer science, electrical, or mechanical areas.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar or eligibility for admission.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality client service.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Technical background in software, computer science, electrical, or mechanical areas.
• Legal research and analysis skills.
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Discovery management, including e-discovery.
• Experience participating in hearings and depositions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Commitment to providing high-quality client service.

A serious Big Law heavyweight with an especially solid reputation in the Pacific Northwest and the Mid-Atlantic regions, this firm excels in multiple arenas, from billion-dollar transactions to high-stakes litigation, and everything in between. These days, the firm is prioritizing international expansion, with offices opening across Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Asia, in a move that is sure to bring more cross-border work and multinational clients. Known for its friendly culture, working at this firm means collaborating with brilliant minds and extraordinary individuals.