Intellectual Property Litigation Associate – Chambers-Ranked Practice

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Am Law 50 firm in Chicago seeks an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate. The role involves counseling on complex IP issues and handling litigation matters, with a competitive salary and merit-based compensation. Ideal candidates should have 2-5 years of experience and a technology graduate degree.

Benefits

Top of market merit-based compensation system

Award-winning professional development programs

Wellness billable hours offered

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of IP litigation experience required.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Experience in semiconductor, computer, networking, or software industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients on complex IP issues.
• Handle discovery, motions, expert opinions, and trial work for IP litigation matters.
• Develop court submissions relevant to infringement and validity.

Skills

IP litigation experience

Client counseling

Education

Graduate degree in a technology field

Job description

Intellectual Property Litigation Associate – Chambers-Ranked Practice

About the Position:
We are working with a leading global Am Law 50 firm that has an immediate need for an IP litigator with a graduate technology degree to join its Chicago office as a mid-level associate. This firm’s Intellectual Property practice has been Chambers-ranked for many years and handles IP matters in virtually every technical and scientific discipline, including counseling, procurement, and licensing involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and entertainment.

Highlights:
· Top of market merit-based compensation system that enables associates to earn above the Cravath scale
· Ranked as a top law firm to work in Chicago
· Ranked as one of the top law firms for diversity
· Award-winning professional development programs
· Billable hours offered for wellness

Responsibilities:
· Counsel clients on complex IP issues
· Develop court submissions relevant to infringement and validity
· Handle discovery, motions, expert opinions, and trial work for IP litigation matters

Required Qualifications:
· 2-5 years of IP litigation experience
· Graduate degree in a technology field ( electrical engineering, computer sciences, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, computer systems engineering or material sciences)
· Prior experience in the semiconductor, computer, networking, or software industry is a plus
· Admission to the USPTO preferred but not required
· Strong academic credentials

Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $235,000 – $365,000.

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