Hybrid IP Litigation Associate — Patent & Trade Secret

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

United Future, a leading national law firm known for intellectual property litigation, seeks an Associate Attorney to join its prestigious IP Litigation Practice Group. The role focuses on patent and trade secret disputes across federal courts, ITC, and PTAB proceedings, with hybrid in-office/remote work and opportunities for high-impact work.

Candidate should have a JD from a top-tier law school, strong academic record, and 2–4 years’ IP litigation experience, plus a technical degree in

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 IP litigation experience, including patent/trade secret disputes.
• Trial experience, IPR, and ITC exposure are highly valued.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field is preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in IP 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 documents
• Coordinate discovery, including e-discovery with clients, co-counsel, and vendors
• Conduct depositions and support trial teams
• Collaborate with partners to deliver excellent client service
• Engage with clients in strategic planning and risk assessment related to IP enforcement

Skills

IP litigation

Strong research and writing

Oral advocacy

Independent matter management

Collaborative team player

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Technical degree in EE/CS/Physics or related field

Job description

United Future, a leading national law firm known for intellectual property litigation, seeks an Associate Attorney to join its prestigious IP Litigation Practice Group. The role focuses on patent and trade secret disputes across federal courts, ITC, and PTAB proceedings, with hybrid in-office/remote work and opportunities for high-impact work.

Candidate should have a JD from a top-tier law school, strong academic record, and 2–4 years’ IP litigation experience, plus a technical degree in