IP Litigation Associate - #22556 Orange County

Vanguard-IP; California; On-site; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP, a high-profile AmLaw 100 firm in California, seeks an experienced patent litigator to manage complex disputes and collaborate with technical experts. The role emphasizes Cravath-level compensation and a track record in patent litigation, ITC investigations, and PTAB work.

Ideal candidates have a JD from an accredited law school, strong academic credentials, and admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Prior patent litigation experience.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Handle patent litigation in federal district court, including fact development, discovery, motions, and trial prep.
• Engage in ITC investigations and coordinate with parallel district court and PTAB proceedings.
• Draft high-quality briefs, motions, and client communications.
• Collaborate with technical experts to master complex technologies and present persuasive arguments.
• Manage or assist with PTAB proceedings, including IPRs.
• Exposure to SEPs/FRAND disputes and standards (cellular, Wi-Fi, video coding).

Skills

Analytical skills

Legal writing

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction

Job description

AmLaw 100 Firm with Cravath level compensation.

Very active with representing petitioners at the PTAB.
High scores for Transparency, Wellness Programs and Associate / Partner relations.
Included in Vault's list of Best Firms to Work For.

REQUIREMENTS

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Prior patent litigation experience
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent analytical, writing, and problem-solving skills; collaborative and team-oriented
• Admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction required.

The team seeks candidates who have experience with:

• Patent litigation in federal district court, including fact development, discovery, motion practice, expert issues, and trial preparation
• ITC (Section 337) investigations, including coordination with parallel district court and/or PTAB proceedings
• Drafting high-quality written work product, including briefs, motions, and client communications
• Working with technical experts and quickly mastering complex technologies to present clear, persuasive arguments
• PTAB proceedings, including IPRs
• Experience with or interest in SEPs/FRAND and disputes involving telecommunications and multimedia standards (e.g., cellular, Wi Fi, video coding)

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.