IP Litigation Associate

LAW Absolute; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in London is seeking a mid-level IP Litigation Associate. The role involves handling complex litigation related to patents, copyright, and trade secrets, particularly aimed at clients in the medical, pharmaceutical, and tech sectors. Candidates should possess 2 to 4 years of Post Qualification Experience (PQE) and a strong background in IP disputes. The firm offers a supportive work environment and is known for its relaxed atmosphere compared to other corporate firms.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years’ PQE in IP disputes.
• Strong experience in complex litigation.
• Preferable focus on Technology and/or Life sciences.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex litigation around patents, copyright, and trade secrets.
• Handle big ticket cases for medical and pharmaceutical clients.
• Participate in IP enforcement processes and patent infringement cases.

Skills

Experience in IP litigation

Knowledge of patents

Understanding of trademarks

Data misuse issues

Job description

IP Litigation Associate

This highly acclaimed IP Litigation practice at one of the leading US law firms has opened a new opportunity for a mid-level Associate. The team has global recognition and is led by award winning, directory recognised IP partners. The cross-border work will include complex litigation around patents, copyright, and trade secrets.

The team wishes to hire an IP Litigation associate with strong experience during training and post qualification of varied IP litigation preferably with a Technology and/or Life sciences focus. The team’s work includes big ticket cases for medical and pharmaceutical clients pertaining to medical devices, IP enforcement processes and patent infringement. They also act for major names in Tech, Telco and Energy.

Candidates should have 2 to 4 years’ PQE and in complex and varied IP disputes and a good knowledge of patents, trademarks and data (misuse) issues.

The firm’s London office continues its rapid growth trajectory in London and offers fantastic work in a supportive and dynamic work environment. Whilst elite, the firm is known for its rather more relaxed vibe than some its highly corporate competitors.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually.

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