IP Litigation Associate Attorney

Orionplacement; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking an IP Litigation Associate Attorney in Chicago to work on sophisticated intellectual property disputes and complex litigation matters.

You will collaborate with seasoned litigators, handle patent, trademark, and trade secret cases, conduct legal research, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and help prepare for depositions and trial. A license to practice in Illinois and 1+ year civil litigation experience are required.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Illinois Bar license.
• 1+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience with legal research, drafting, discovery, and litigation support.
• Strong analytical, writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Interest in intellectual property litigation; patent litigation or STEM background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support patent, trademark, trade secret, and other IP litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Manage written discovery, document review, and discovery responses.
• Assist with depositions, witness preparation, expert discovery, and trial preparation.
• Analyze complex legal and technical issues to help develop effective litigation strategies.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients while progressively taking ownership of case responsibilities.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Litigation support

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Pay:

$175,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on sophisticated, high-impact cases involving patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and complex commercial disputes.
• Accelerate your litigation career by learning directly from experienced attorneys and taking on meaningful responsibilities early.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility while collaborating with a talented, supportive legal team in Chicago.
• Gain valuable courtroom and case experience through discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Build a rewarding long-term career with competitive compensation, bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Location

Chicago, IL | Hybrid

Enjoy the best of both worlds with a flexible hybrid work environment that combines meaningful in-person collaboration with the convenience of working remotely.

Note

Candidates must have 1+ years of civil litigation experience and an Illinois Bar license. Prior intellectual property litigation experience is a plus but is not required. We welcome talented litigators interested in developing their expertise in intellectual property law.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established, highly respected law practice committed to delivering exceptional legal services while investing in the growth and success of our attorneys. Our collaborative culture encourages innovation, professional development, and meaningful client relationships. We believe talented attorneys thrive when given challenging work, supportive mentorship, and opportunities to make a real impact.

Job Description

As an IP Litigation Associate Attorney, you will work alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated intellectual property disputes and complex litigation matters.

• Support patent, trademark, trade secret, and other intellectual property litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Manage written discovery, document review, and discovery responses.
• Assist with depositions, witness preparation, expert discovery, and trial preparation.
• Analyze complex legal and technical issues to help develop effective litigation strategies.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients while progressively taking ownership of case responsibilities.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Illinois Bar license.
• 1+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience with legal research, drafting, discovery, and litigation support.
• Strong analytical, writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Interest in intellectual property litigation and complex legal disputes.
• Patent litigation experience or a technical/STEM background is preferred but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe great legal work starts with a great team. You'll enjoy a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, your professional development is supported, and your career can continue to grow.

We offer a competitive compensation package, potential performance bonuses, medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, parental leave, and additional wellness benefits.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance