Mid-Level Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Mid-Level Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team in Madison, WI.

Job Overview:

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and hold either an undergraduate or advanced degree in a technological or scientific field. This individual will be responsible for developing and applying litigation skills across all stages of IP litigation, from pre-filing investigations through appeals. The role involves conducting pre-suit due diligence investigations, managing complex discovery, negotiating discovery processes, handling motions and hearings, taking and defending depositions, and drafting various legal documents such as pleadings, motions, pre- and post-trial briefings, and appellate briefs. The candidate is expected to have a strong academic record, exceptional organizational abilities, and excellent communication and writing skills.

Duties:

• Develop and apply litigation skills in various stages of IP litigation, from pre-filing investigations through appeals.
• Conduct pre-suit due diligence investigations.
• Manage complex discovery processes.
• Negotiate discovery matters effectively.
• Handle motions and hearings.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and pre-and post-trial briefings, as well as appellate briefs.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• An undergraduate or advanced degree in a technological or scientific field is preferred.
• Strong academic record.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Outstanding communication and writing skills.

Education:

• Undergraduate degree or advanced degree in a technological or scientific field.

Certifications:

• Relevant certifications in intellectual property law (optional).

Skills:

• Litigation skills in IP matters.
• Pre-filing investigation abilities.
• Complex discovery management.
• Negotiation skills.
• Deposition handling (taking and defending).
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and briefings.
• Appellate brief drafting.

Location:

Madison, WI

This large firm operates like a small law firm, with offices across the nation, and the quality of its attorneys and work is high. The firm's lawyers try cases all over the nations, and try more cases than most firms in the country. The firm hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools. The pay is average, but the billable requirement is reasonable. People work hard, but the firm realizes that quality of life is just as important. The firm handles virtually all types of litigation and transactional law. It has been a legal powerhouse in the Midwest for a long time. The size allows the firm to handle the most complex transactions and cases, and its clients include many Fortune 500 companies. Associates are allowed to choose the practice areas and specific assignments that interest them, and they will be challenged with responsibility and client contact.