Intellectual Property Litigation Associate - Computer Hardware & Software

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 310,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP in Palo Alto seeks mid-level to senior litigation associates with patent hardware/software experience. Candidates should have 4–6 years in patent litigation and PTAB IPR, plus at least 4 years of general litigation including depositions. A BS in CS/CE/EE is required; USPTO registration preferred.

Excellent writing required. Join a growing team handling AI, electronics, and IT patents with opportunities for professional development and

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of solid experience in patent litigation and IPR proceedings before the PTAB.
• At least 4 years of litigation experience including depositions and trial team involvement.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering required. Exceptional writing skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in patent litigation and PTAB IPR proceedings.
• Contribute to trial teams and deposition strategies.
• Draft pleadings, briefs, and expert materials with strong writing skills.

Skills

Patent litigation

IPR before PTAB

Legal writing

Litigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Finnegan’s Electrical and Computer Technology litigation and Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) teams continue to grow and are seeking mid-level to senior litigation associates with experience in computer hardware and software in our Palo Alto Office.

Successful candidates must have 4-6 years of solid experience in patent litigation and inter partes review (IPR) proceedings before the PTAB. Must have at least 4 years solid litigation experience including substantive experience on a trial team or with depositions. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related degree required. Exceptional writing skills are a must. USPTO registration number preferred.

About Our Practice

Finnegan’s Electrical and Computer Technology is part of our work in AI, Electronics, and Information Technology.

In today’s fast-paced, connected world, protecting IP is crucial. Technological innovation drives new markets, with IP assets at their core. With decades of experience in computer hardware and software, information technology, the Internet, and telecommunications, we help clients develop, patent, and license technologies. Our clients in these vast and sophisticated markets rely on Finnegan to identify opportunities, anticipate problems, and provide practical solutions.

Our team includes approximately 100 professionals with degrees in electrical engineering, computer science, or related fields—many with industry experience. Whatever the electrical technology—light-emitting diodes (LEDs), DSL, circuits, watermarking, digital signatures, microchips, flash memory, SSL, networking, digital video, MPEG, data compression, HD-WDM, or GPS—we have a professional with experience in that field.

The base annual pay range for this role is between $310,000 - $390,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Finnegan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment, as defined by applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.