Intellectual Property Litigation Associate

Affinity Executive Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated associate with 2-4 years of experience in patent and trade secret litigation. This exciting role involves taking on high-stakes cases and working collaboratively within a renowned commercial litigation practice. With a legacy of over 100 years, the firm offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will be valued. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with a solid technical background. Join a global law firm that provides a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to grow within a supportive team.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Dependent Care

401K Plan

Profit-Sharing

Paid Time-Off

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Admission to the DC, Illinois, or New York Bar is required.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assume immediate responsibility in high-stakes cases.
• Collaborate as part of a team in patent and trade secret litigation.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Analysis

Persuasive Writing

Computer Programming

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Engineering

Undergraduate Degree in Physics

Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science

Advanced Science or Technical Degree

Job description

Job description:

Candidates must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, a track record of technical analysis, and persuasive writing abilities. We are looking for candidates who can and want to assume immediate responsibility and who are willing to work on high-stakes cases as an integral part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications:

• Admission to the DC, Illinois, or New York Bar is required, as is an undergraduate degree in engineering, physics, computer science, or substantially similar.
• Registration to practice before the USPTO is strongly preferred.
• An advanced science or technical degree, industry experience, and computer programming skills are pluses.
• To be considered, you must submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Our client is a global law firm and has been practicing for over 100 years. They seek an associate with 2-4 years of patent and/or trade secret litigation experience to join the Firm's Commercial Litigation practice group in either NYC, Washington DC, or Chicago (Hybrid).

Salary range is $235,000 to $310,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Plus, a full range of benefits for you and your eligible dependents.

Benefits currently include: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, dependent care, health care flexible spending accounts, 401K Plan, Profit-Sharing, Paid Time-Off, and a robust Wellness Program.

Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Min: $235,000

Salary Max: $310,000

Currency Type: USD