Intellectual Property Litigation Attorney

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 280,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is seeking an IP litigator with 5-8 years of experience for its Irvine, San Francisco, or Palo Alto offices. The successful candidate may join as an associate or partner and will handle high-stakes IP litigation across multiple jurisdictions.

The salary range is $280k to $375k, and all candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. This boutique firm emphasizes integrity, client service, and a relationship-driven approach to connecting talent with top law firms

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of IP litigation experience across patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret cases.
• Experience coordinating with clients to develop strategy and multi-jurisdictional disputes.
• Skilled in drafting dispositive motions and Markman briefs, taking and defending depositions, and working with experts.
• Experience with ITC Section 337 investigations or TTAB/PTAB proceedings is preferred.
• Role involves mentoring junior associates and overseeing document review teams.
• Contributing to business development and client relationship management.
• California state bar is required.
• Strong academic credentials and exceptional legal writing skills.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior associates and oversee document review teams.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.
• Collaborate with clients to develop case strategies across multiple jurisdictions.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions and Markman briefs; take and defend depositions.

Skills

IP litigation

Client coordination

Legal drafting

Depositions

ITC 337 / TTAB

Mentoring juniors

Business development

Work authorization (US)

Education

Bar admission – California

Job description

Our client is a top firm, seeking an IP Litigator with 5-8 years of experience for its Irvine, San Francisco, or Palo Alto offices. The firm is seeking candidates at either the associate or partner level. The salary range for this position is between $280k to $375k.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in all aspects of IP litigation, including patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret cases.
• Experience collaborating with clients to develop case strategies and manage complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes.
• Experience drafting and arguing dispositive motions and Markman briefs, taking and defending depositions, and working with technical experts.
• Experience with ITC Section 337 investigations or TTAB/PTAB proceedings is preferred.
• This role involves mentoring junior associates and oversees document review teams.
• Contributing to business development and client relationship management.
• California state bar is required.
• Strong academic credentials and exceptional legal writing skills.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship-driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at www.lawseek.com.