Intellectual Property Litigation Associate – Technical Background | Los Angeles, CA- 395597

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Los Angeles is expanding its Intellectual Property Litigation group and seeks an Associate to handle complex patent litigation. Ideal candidates will have judicial clerkship experience and law firm exposure, alongside strong technical advocacy skills. This role offers full-time employment, an opportunity to work on high-stakes matters, and a competitive salary ranging from $260,000 to $390,000. Candidates with advanced degrees in relevant technical fields will excel in this entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of judicial clerkship experience, preferably at the federal level.
• 2–6 years of prior law firm experience in relevant practice areas.
• Admission to the State Bar of California or eligibility to practice in California.

Responsibilities

• Handle intellectual property and patent litigation matters.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft high-quality briefs and motions.
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop litigation strategy.
• Advocate effectively in court and other legal proceedings.

Skills

Excellent research

Writing skills

Advocacy skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to work independently

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in relevant fields

Job description

Intellectual Property Litigation Associate – Technical Background | Los Angeles, CA

Job ID: 395597

Base pay range

$260,000.00/yr - $390,000.00/yr

Practice area

IP - Litigation - Biochemistry,IP - Litigation - Chemical Engineering,IP - Litigation - Chemistry,IP - Litigation - Computer Science,IP - Litigation - Electrical Engineering,IP - Litigation - Mechanical,IP - Litigation - Physics

Keywords

patent litigation, hard sciences, semiconductor, software litigation, hardware patent, computer science litigation, engineering patent dispute

Opening Summary

A prominent, full-service law firm is growing its Intellectual Property Litigation group in Los Angeles. This role is well-suited for an attorney with judicial clerkship experience and prior law firm exposure who is eager to handle complex patent litigation matters and continue developing deep technical and advocacy skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle intellectual property and patent litigation matters
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft high-quality briefs and motions
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop litigation strategy
• Advocate effectively in court and other legal proceedings

Qualifications

• At least one year of judicial clerkship experience, preferably at the federal level
• 2–6 years of prior law firm experience in relevant practice areas
• Admission to the State Bar of California or eligibility to practice in California
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and collaboratively

Culture & Firm Appeal

This practice offers an entrepreneurial and intellectually engaging environment where attorneys work closely with highly regarded colleagues on demanding, high-stakes matters. The firm is known for top-market compensation, exposure to sophisticated clients, and opportunities to contribute meaningfully to a growing IP litigation platform.

Why This Role Is Unique

• Combine legal advocacy with advanced technical subject matter
• Early responsibility and collaboration with experienced litigators
• Opportunity to grow within an expanding intellectual property litigation practice

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services and Law Practice

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