Hybrid IP Litigation Associate - Electrical Eng

SPG; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

SPG, an international AmLaw 50 firm, seeks an Associate Attorney to join its nationally recognized Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on high‑impact patent and trade secret disputes for world‑class clients, across federal courts, ITC and PTAB proceedings.

Candidates should have a JD from a top‑tier law school with strong academics, active bar admission, 2–4 years IP litigation experience, and strong research, writing and advocacy

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 2–4 years of substantive experience in intellectual property litigation, including patent and/or trade secret disputes.
• Trial experience, IPR proceedings, and ITC experience are highly valued.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently and effectively.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, strong work ethic, and collaborative team orientation.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a wide range of complex intellectual property disputes, including patent and trade secret litigation
• Develop and execute litigation strategies in federal courts, ITC, and administrative proceedings
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other substantive legal documents
• Coordinate discovery, including e-discovery processes, with clients, co-counsel, and vendors
• Conduct depositions, support trial teams, and participate in hearings and trials
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior associates to deliver exceptional client service
• Engage with clients in strategic planning and risk assessment related to IP enforcement and defense

Skills

IP litigation experience

Trial experience

Research and writing

Oral advocacy

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school

Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction

Job description

SPG, an international AmLaw 50 firm, seeks an Associate Attorney to join its nationally recognized Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on high‑impact patent and trade secret disputes for world‑class clients, across federal courts, ITC and PTAB proceedings.

Candidates should have a JD from a top‑tier law school with strong academics, active bar admission, 2–4 years IP litigation experience, and strong research, writing and advocacy