Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney (Multi-City)

Ashton North LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton North LLC in Boston seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Life Sciences Intellectual Property Litigation Group. The role focuses on complex patent and technology-related disputes, working with leading trial lawyers in a hybrid setting across multiple locations.

The successful candidate will handle depositions, motion practice, and written discovery while developing expertise through collaboration with a top-tier team and global clients in a fast-paced intellectual property practice.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction in good standing.
• Strong background in intellectual property disputes, particularly patent litigation.
• Proven ability to take and defend depositions and manage motion practice.
• Skilled in written discovery, fact development, and expert discovery.
• Demonstrated proficiency drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related filings.
• Familiarity with Inter Partes Review proceedings and/or ITC matters a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, CS, CE or related technical discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in sophisticated intellectual property and patent litigation matters.
• Conduct all phases of written discovery, fact development, and case strategy.
• Take and defend fact and expert witness depositions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other litigation-related documents.
• Manage expert discovery and collaborate with technical and industry experts.
• Assist with trial preparation, hearings, and strategic litigation planning.
• Support clients in Inter Partes Review proceedings and other Patent Trial and Appeal Board matters when applicable.
• Assist with ITC investigations and related proceedings as opportunities arise.

Skills

Deposition experience

Motion practice

Written discovery

Pleadings & briefs drafting

Expert discovery management

Oral advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from top-tier law school

Bar admission in applicable jurisdiction

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/CS/CE

Equivalent technical background considered

Job description

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – LIFE SCIENCES INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group

Locations: Boston, MA/ Denver, CO/New York, NY/Palo Alto, San Franciso or Los Angeles, CA/ Washington, D.C.

HYBRID

Our client, a premier international law firm recognized for its sophisticated intellectual property practice, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its Intellectual Property Litigation Group. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside leading trial lawyers, patent litigators, and technology-focused practitioners on high-stakes disputes involving cutting-edge technologies and some of the world's most innovative companies.

The successful candidate will handle complex patent and technology-related litigation matters while gaining significant courtroom, discovery, and strategic litigation experience in a collaborative and intellectually rigorous environment.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction in good standing
• Strong background in intellectual property disputes, particularly patent litigation
• Proven ability to take and defend depositions and manage motion practice
• Skilled in written discovery, fact development, and expert discovery
• Demonstrated proficiency drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related filings
• Familiarity with Inter Partes Review proceedings and/or International Trade Commission matters is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred
• Equivalent technical or industry background in these fields will also be considered
• Excellent analytical, research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple sophisticated matters simultaneously
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to contributing to a team-oriented environment

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in sophisticated intellectual property and patent litigation matters
• Conduct all phases of written discovery, fact development, and case strategy
• Take and defend fact and expert witness depositions
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other litigation-related documents
• Manage expert discovery and collaborate with technical and industry experts
• Assist with trial preparation, hearings, and strategic litigation planning
• Support clients in Inter Partes Review proceedings and other Patent Trial and Appeal Board matters when applicable
• Assist with ITC investigations and related proceedings as opportunities arise
• Work closely with clients in technology-driven industries on complex and cutting-edge legal disputes

Why Join Us?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the nation's most respected intellectual property litigation practices. The group regularly handles precedent-setting disputes involving groundbreaking technologies, high-value patent portfolios, and complex business issues. Attorneys receive substantial responsibility, direct client interaction, and mentorship from some of the leading practitioners in intellectual property law.

The firm is known for its commitment to excellence, professional development, collaboration, and innovation, offering attorneys the opportunity to develop deep technical and litigation expertise while building a successful long-term career.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Range of $235,000-$365,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and class year.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, parental leave, professional development resources, wellness initiatives, performance bonuses, and additional firm-sponsored benefits.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.