IP Associate: Patent Prosecution & Litigation (Hybrid)

Wilmer; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

WilmerHale is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate in Washington, DC, with potential offices in Boston, Denver, New York, San Francisco, or Palo Alto.

The role focuses on cutting-edge patent prosecution and IP litigation matters, involving drafting and prosecuting patent applications, portfolio management, mentorship of junior associates, and participation in pre-litigation diligence and depositions.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• 2–4 years post-JD experience in patent prosecution and IP litigation.
• Admission to practice before the USPTO.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in MA, NY, CA or DC.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Develop and manage client IP portfolios.
• Mentor junior associates.
• Conduct pre-litigation diligence and draft pleadings.
• Experience with depositions; post-grant proceedings preferred.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Electrical Engineering / CS undergrad

Job description

WilmerHale is seeking an Intellectual Property Associate in Washington, DC, with potential offices in Boston, Denver, New York, San Francisco, or Palo Alto.

The role focuses on cutting-edge patent prosecution and IP litigation matters, involving drafting and prosecuting patent applications, portfolio management, mentorship of junior associates, and participation in pre-litigation diligence and depositions.