IP Litigation Associate Attorney

Morrison Foerster; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Parental leave

HSA/FSA

Retirement plan 401(k)

Wellness program

Bar/association fees paid

Pro bono support

Matching gifts

Job summary

Morrison Foerster is seeking a mid-level IP Litigation Associate Attorney in Palo Alto, CA. The role involves handling intellectual property matters with emphasis on patent and trade secret litigation, requiring a strong legal foundation and bar admission in the practicing state.

Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience, top academic credentials, and the ability to lead client matters with a proactive, outcome-focused approach.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in intellectual property matters, including patent and/or trade secret litigation.
• Strong academic credentials in law and undergraduate coursework.
• Admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing.

Skills

IP litigation

Patent litigation

Trade secret litigation

Education

Undergraduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or physics

Job description

IP Litigation (Hard Tech) Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

Qualifications

• High performer with 3-5 years experience in intellectual property matters, including patent and/or trade secret litigation.
• Undergraduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or physics (preferred).
• Strong academic credentials in law and undergraduate coursework.
• Strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills, action-oriented, ready to take increased responsibility for client matters.
• Outstanding research and analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication; sound legal and business knowledge working on a broad spectrum of cases and counseling clients on ongoing matters.
• Admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing.

Benefits

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage to meet your and your family's needs.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care, and more.
• Tax-free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations.
• Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.

Inquiries

For questions regarding this position, please contact Michaela Lokka, Senior Attorney Recruiting Specialist.

Morrison Foerster accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.