IP Litigation Associate 19886

Vanguard-IP; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an AmLaw 50 firm renowned for its exceptional corporate culture and competitive compensation. This forward-thinking firm seeks candidates with a chemistry or biology background to engage in patent litigation. You will be involved in all aspects of litigation, from drafting pleadings to preparing and arguing motions. With a focus on understanding both client needs and candidate strengths, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful cases while working in a supportive environment that values confidentiality and professional growth. If you are passionate about intellectual property law and ready to take the next step in your career, this is the place for you.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a chemistry or biology background for litigation roles.
• Outstanding academic credentials and law firm experience required.

Responsibilities

• Work on all phases of patent litigation including discovery and drafting.
• Prepare and argue motions while ensuring excellent communication.

Skills

Patent Litigation

Legal Writing

Communication Skills

Discovery Process

Drafting Pleadings

Motions Preparation

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Biology

Relevant Bar Admission

Job description

AmLaw 50 Firm with Cravath level compensation.
A top firm for Emerging Companies and Venture Capital.
Highly Ranked in Surveys of "Best Corporate Cultures."
Excellent programs for the integration of lateral hires.

REQUIREMENTS
Seeking candidates with a chemistry or biology background to work on litigation matters. Ideal candidates will have experience with all phases of patent litigation, including discovery, drafting pleadings, writing briefs, and preparing and arguing motions.

Candidates should have outstanding academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Relevant bar admission (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly) required. Admission to practice before the USPTO preferred.

SUMMARY
Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our concentrated focus in these areas 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.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

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.