Intellectual Property Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IP litigation firm in London is seeking exceptional Associates (1–5 PQE) to join their Patent Litigation teams. This role offers the chance to work on high-stakes disputes involving innovative companies across life sciences, tech, telecoms, and pharmaceuticals. Candidates should have a strong academic background, ideally in a STEM field, and possess excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (1–5 years PQE).
• Strong academic background with a STEM degree.
• Experience or keen interest in IP/patent litigation.

Responsibilities

• Work on cutting-edge, high-stakes disputes in patent litigation.
• Join an elite team handling high-profile cases with cross-border elements.
• Engage in a supportive and intellectually stimulating culture.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Drafting Skills

Education

STEM Degree

Job description

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A leading, top-tier IP litigation firm in London are seeking exceptional Associates (1–5 PQE) to join their Patent Litigation teams.

This is a rare opportunity to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes disputes involving some of the world’s most innovative companies, spanning sectors such as life sciences, tech, telecoms, and pharmaceuticals.

What we’re looking for:

️ Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (1–5 years PQE)

️ Strong academic background – a STEM degree is essential (science preferred: biology, chemistry, engineering, physics, etc.)

️ Experience or keen interest in IP/patent litigation

️ Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills

️ A collaborative and curious mindset

You’ll join an elite team working on high-profile cases, often with a cross-border element. Expect early responsibility, exposure to complex technical disputes, and a supportive, intellectually stimulating culture.

? Whether you're in private practice or have experience from a specialist IP team, if you’re looking to take your patent litigation career to the next level, we want to hear from you.