IP and Patent Litigation Associate 21779 DC

Vanguard-IP; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP is seeking an attorney with a JD and a license to practice in the U.S. to handle patent and IP litigation. The ideal candidate will have exceptional academic credentials and experience with complex technologies. Vanguard-IP is highly focused on intellectual property, offers strong recruiter expertise, and ensures confidentiality for every candidate. This position allows for a collaborative environment with opportunities to advance in a highly regarded firm in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Eligible to waive into the D.C. Bar or willing to sit for the D.C. bar exam.
• Foundation in IP and patent law.
• Stellar academic credentials.

Skills

Patent and/or IP litigation experience

Technical background or experience with complex technologies

Judicial clerkship experience

Education

JD and licensed attorney in a U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

Prestigious IP Boutique. Interesting work from cutting-edge clients. A top firm for representing patent owners & petitioners at the PTAB, and complainants at the ITC. Voted a "Best Place to Work" in DC Business Journal. Collaborative work culture.

Requirements

• JD and actively licensed as an attorney in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Must be eligible to waive into the D.C. Bar or be willing and eligible to sit for the D.C. bar exam.
• Experience practicing patent and/or IP litigation at another law firm.
• A foundation in IP and patent law.
• Stellar academic credentials.

Preferred Skills

• Technical background or experience working with complex technologies (e.g., EE, CS, life sciences)
• Judicial clerkship experience
• USPTO registration number desirable but not required

Summary

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge. Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

Confidentiality

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.