IP Litigation Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

Considine Search; United States; Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous parental leave

401(k) plans

Global wellness program

Flex time off

Job summary

Considine Search is seeking talented attorneys for their global law firm's IP Litigation Practice Group. You will represent clients in their most complex patent disputes and have the opportunity to work alongside top litigators known for their courtroom prowess and innovative strategies.

The firm offers a transparent growth framework and various benefits, including competitive salary ranging from $225,000 to $365,000, along with ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High performer with intellectual property matters including patent and/or trade secret litigation.
• Strong academic credentials in law and undergraduate coursework.
• Eligible and admitted to the state bar.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex patent disputes in various industries.
• Work on matters that may resolve before trial, ensuring courtroom prowess.
• Collaborate with team members to serve clients effectively.

Skills

Intellectual property matters

Patent litigation

Strong research and analytical skills

Oral and written communication skills

Legal and business knowledge

Education

Undergraduate degree in hard or life sciences

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Austin, TX, New York, NY, Palo Alto, CA, Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Washington, DC or Seattle, WA

Summary

Premier, forward thinking, global law firm is a destination law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. The firm is known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for our top‑notch talent. The firm consistently receives top‑tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to their legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to their communities.

IP Litigation Practice Group

As a patent litigation powerhouse, the firm represents clients in their highest‑profile and most complex patent disputes in the tech, life sciences, and consumer products industries. Although the firm is capable of resolving matters before trial, the prowess of their courtroom litigators is second to none. They stand out for their superb knowledge of patent law, experience with judges in high‑volume patent venues, and facility with explaining cutting‑edge technologies to juries.

Qualifications

• You are a high performer with intellectual property matters, including patent and/or trade secret litigation.
• You have an undergraduate degree in hard or life sciences.
• You have strong academic credentials in law and undergraduate coursework.
• You have a strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills, and action‑oriented interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility for client matters.
• You also have outstanding research and analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and have sound legal and business knowledge in working on a broad spectrum of cases and counseling clients with respect to ongoing matters.
• You are admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing.

Own Your Career

• The firm empowers its lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance at the firm. The firm’s commitment to their attorneys’ growth extends throughout their careers.
• A best‑in‑class and transparent framework for success, provides associates with clear and consistent expectations at every experience level.
• The firm’s mentoring and sponsorship programs take a holistic approach to professional growth. By encouraging collaboration and leveraging insight across departments and geography, and over the course of each attorney’s career, the firm creates a support system dynamic enough to respond to the changing needs of all of its attorneys as they grow and develop.
• The firm’s dedicated Center for Career Advancement offers services such as career visioning, crafting communication materials, executive presence resources, interview techniques, and networking skills.

Benefits

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• 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. Additional bar memberships may be approved on a case‑by‑case basis.
• 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.

The firm accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

Salary: $225,000.00‑$365,000.00, plus bonus.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, health/welfare benefits (including parental, adoption, and fertility benefits), flexible time off, and paid holidays. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: market data and ranges; an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience (including class year); and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.