IP Associate (Disputes)

G2 Legal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London seeks a talented lawyer to join its IP disputes team. This role involves managing high-value cases in trademarks, copyrights, and patents while engaging in client care and business development. Candidates should have 4–8 years’ PQE and strong contentious IP experience. Interest in professional development is encouraged. The position offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with trade marks, designs, copyright, and patents.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently and collaboratively.
• Proactive in client relationship building and business development.

Responsibilities

• Advise on contentious matters across trade marks and patents.
• Handle disputes related to licensing and commercial agreements.
• Engage in business development, training, and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Contentious IP experience

Client care skills

Analytical communication

Organisational skills

Education

4–8 years' PQE in private practice

Job description

Our client is a leading firm with a highly regarded IP practice that consistently receives recognition for its expertise and success in handling complex disputes. Their award-winning team has acted on some of the most high-profile and influential IP cases in recent years, spanning trade marks, designs, copyright, and patents. The group is particularly renowned for its work in enforcement, anti-counterfeiting, and cross-border litigation, and is trusted by clients ranging from global brands to innovative growth businesses.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented lawyer to join the IP disputes team and play a key role in a broad range of contentious and advisory matters. The successful candidate will work on high-value, cutting-edge cases while enjoying genuine involvement in business development, client care, and the wider initiatives of the practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising on contentious matters across trade marks, designs, copyright, patents, and confidential information
• Handling disputes relating to licensing, supply, and commercial agreements involving IP rights
• Managing opposition, revocation, and invalidity proceedings before the UKIPO and other registries
• Advising on related areas such as advertising clearance and ASA disputes
• Supporting and leading on enforcement actions including injunctions, seizures, and anti-counterfeiting work
• Engaging in business development, training, and knowledge sharing within the wider firm

Requirements:

• 4–8 years’ PQE gained within private practice, with strong contentious IP experience
• Solid understanding of both substantive and procedural IP law
• Strong technical and commercial client care skills
• Excellent written, analytical, and interpersonal communication abilities
• Ability to manage a varied caseload, working independently and collaboratively within the team
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise under pressure
• A proactive and confident approach to building client relationships and business development
• Interest in further professional development (e.g. Oxford IP Diploma)

Please mention IP Careers when applying to G2 Legal.