Intellectual Property Associate

BCL Legal Limited; United States; Remote; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

CLE opportunities

Job summary

BCL Legal Limited represents an AmLaw Top 50 international law firm seeking an Associate to join its Intellectual Property, Technology, and AI Litigation group in the United States. The role offers exposure to high-profile copyright, trademark, trade secret, false advertising, and AI-related disputes, with a strong trial focus and meaningful responsibility.

You will develop litigation and enforcement strategies, manage discovery, and advise clients on risks in product development and emerging

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience in AI, trademark, copyright, false advertising and/or trade secret law.
• Must be a member of the state bar in the jurisdiction of the application.
• Trial experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle intellectual property and technology disputes across copyright, trademark, trade secret, and AI-related matters.
• Develop litigation and enforcement strategies for complex matters.
• Advise clients on legal risks in product development and emerging technologies.
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and drafting; manage discovery and e-discovery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and build strong client relationships.

Skills

IP Litigation

Trademark Law

Copyright Law

Trade Secrets

Job description

The Firm

An AmLaw Top 50 international law firm is seeking an Associate to join its highly regarded Intellectual Property, Technology, and AI Litigation practice. This is an opportunity to work alongside nationally recognised trial lawyers on some of the most complex and high-profile disputes shaping the future of technology, intellectual property, and artificial intelligence. The team represents many of the world's leading technology companies, innovative growth businesses, and globally recognised brands in landmark litigation involving copyright, trademark, trade secrets, false advertising, and emerging AI-related issues. With a reputation for handling cutting-edge matters at the forefront of legal and technological developments, the practice is regularly involved in precedent-setting disputes that attract national attention. Unlike many IP practices, this team maintains a strong trial focus, giving associates the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility and gain hands-on litigation experience. The group litigates across a broad range of forums, including federal and state courts, administrative tribunals, and arbitration proceedings, while also advising clients on enforcement strategies, risk management, and the legal challenges arising from rapidly evolving technologies. This is a rare opportunity to build a market-leading IP litigation practice, working on high-stakes copyright, trademark, trade secret, false advertising, and AI-related disputes for innovative companies and globally recognised brands.

What you will be doing day-to-day

• Handle intellectual property and technology disputes, including copyright, trademark, trade secret, false advertising, and AI-related matters.
• Develop litigation and enforcement strategies for complex matters.
• Advise clients on legal risks associated with product development and emerging technologies.
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and drafting.
• Manage discovery and e-discovery processes, working closely with clients and vendors.
• Build strong client relationships and collaborate effectively across teams.

You will have

• 2 - 4 years' experience in AI, trademark, copyright, false advertising and/or trade secret law
• Strong understanding of the necessary statutes such as the Lanham Act, Copyright Act, and Computer access laws
• Be highly motivated with excellent academic and communication skills
• Be a member of the state bar in the location of which you are applying
• Trial experience is preferential but not essential

Why this firm?

• Be a part of a firm that genuinely fosters collegiality to ensure their practice is both professionally and personally rewarding
• A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, flexible spending accounts and a 401K program
• Connect peers and mentors to ensure you are integrated into their client teams
• Benefit from top-tier CLE, company retreats and shadowing opportunities
• Work within an innovative and dynamic environment

For associates looking to deepen their expertise in intellectual property litigation, this role offers exposure to some of the most significant IP and technology disputes in the market, substantial client contact, and the opportunity to work alongside leading practitioners at the forefront of the evolving IP and AI landscape.