IP Lawyer: High-Stakes Litigation & Tech

Gilbert + Tobin Lawyers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Gym membership

Retail discounts

End of trip facilities

Job summary

Gilbert + Tobin is Australia’s leading IP team, delivering premier advisory and litigation services across patents, copyright, trade marks and designs. The role offers exposure to high-profile matters and industry leaders, with a culture focused on merit and career progression.

As an IP Lawyer, you will handle copyright, patent and design disputes, collaborate with top-tier clients, and contribute to a fast-paced, high-stakes practice that values innovation and intellectual rigor.

Qualifications

• A5-7PQE lawyer with experience in Litigation and/or Intellectual Property.
• Strong academic background with interest in science or technology is valued.
• Excellent judgement, client service and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise and act in copyright, patent, trade mark and design disputes; manage matters in Federal Court and High Court.
• Partner with clients ranging from startups to financial institutions and industry leaders in tech, life sciences, media and FMCG.
• Contribute to the IP group’s development, mentorship and strategic leadership on matters.

Skills

IP Law

Litigation

Cross-border disputes

Job description

Gilbert + Tobin is Australia’s leading IP team, delivering premier advisory and litigation services across patents, copyright, trade marks and designs. The role offers exposure to high-profile matters and industry leaders, with a culture focused on merit and career progression.

As an IP Lawyer, you will handle copyright, patent and design disputes, collaborate with top-tier clients, and contribute to a fast-paced, high-stakes practice that values innovation and intellectual rigor.