IP Litigation Associate Attorney - Minneapolis

LPM Institute; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 215,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Stinson LLP in Minneapolis is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate to join its Minneapolis office. The attorney will work with IP litigators on a wide range of patent, trademark, copyright, unfair competition and trade secret matters, including managing ESI, depositions, and preparing for hearings and trial.

Requirements include 3+ years of IP litigation experience, top academic credentials, and Minnesota bar eligibility or eligibility to become licensed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of IP or complex federal litigation.
• Excellent writing and research skills.
• Licensed to practice law in Minnesota or eligible to become.
• Undergraduate degree in science or engineering a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in patent, trademark, copyright, and related IP cases.
• Manage discovery, including ESI collection and production.
• Take and defend depositions; draft substantive motions and prepare for hearings and trial.
• Collaborate with Stinson's IP litigators across Minneapolis, St. Louis and Kansas City.

Skills

IP litigation

Patent litigation

Legal writing

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

IP Litigation Associate Attorney - Minneapolis

Job Category: Attorney

Requisition Number: IPLIT002420

• Posted : July 8, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Minneapolis, 50 South Sixth Street, Suite 2600, Minneapolis, MN 55402, USA

Stinson LLP is seeking a highly motivated Intellectual Property Litigation Associate attorney to join its Minneapolis office.

The attorney will work with Stinson's intellectual property litigators in Minneapolis, St. Louis and Kansas City, as well as across the firm. The attorney will work on a wide variety of patent, trademark, copyright, unfair competition, and trade secret cases and receive training from experienced trial attorneys. The preferred candidate should have experience representing clients in intellectual property litigation and/or post grant review proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board and be motivated to take an active role in matters, including managing ESI collection and production, taking and defending depositions, analyzing patents and prior art, drafting claim charts, collaborating on expert reports, drafting substantive motions, and preparing for and assisting in hearings and trial.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in intellectual property litigation, especially patent litigation, or complex federal court litigation.
• Excellent academic credentials and excellent research, writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills are required.
• Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task efficiently and be an independent thinker.
• Undergraduate degree in science or engineering a plus
• Patent Bar eligibility a plus
• Licensed to practice law in Minnesota or able to become licensed in Minnesota required.

Our associate attorney compensation structure has two components: (1) a base salary and (2) a discretionary merit bonus based on performance. The base salary range for this role is $215,000 – 275,000. The salary range for this position is based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, and location. The range is provided as an initial approximation at the time of posting and may vary based on the individual’s unique qualifications and experience.

Applicants should provide a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and writing sample.

Stinson LLP is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply to be considered for open positions. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. We conduct criminal background checks on all individuals offered employment. Information gathered through applicant voluntary self-identification will be used for statistical reporting and to measure the effectiveness of our EEO outreach efforts. All information is requested on a voluntary basis and will be kept confidential. We will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the Stinson LLP application process should contact Human Resources at 316.268.7962 or [e-mail].

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