IP Litigation Associate (Hybrid) – Patent & Trade Secrets

The Keystone Distinction Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international AmLaw 50 firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its nationally recognized Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group. The role focuses on high-impact patent and trade secret disputes across federal courts, ITC, and PTAB proceedings.

Requirements include a JD from a top-tier law school, active bar admission, and 2–4 years IP litigation experience, with strong writing and advocacy skills. Hybrid work model with multiple locations offered.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 2–4 years of IP litigation experience including patent and/or trade secret disputes.
• Trial experience, IPR proceedings, and ITC litigation experience highly valued.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex IP disputes, including patent and trade secret litigation.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies in federal courts, ITC, and administrative proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other substantive legal documents.
• Coordinate discovery, including e-discovery processes, with clients and co-counsel.
• Conduct depositions, support trial teams, and participate in hearings and trials.
• Collaborate with partners and senior associates to deliver client service.
• Engage with clients in strategic planning and risk assessment related to IP enforcement and defense.

Skills

Research writing

Oral advocacy

Independent management

Collaboration

Litigation strategy

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction

Bachelor’s or higher degree in EE/CS/Physics/Chemistry/Biochemistry/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A prestigious international AmLaw 50 firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its nationally recognized Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group. The role focuses on high-impact patent and trade secret disputes across federal courts, ITC, and PTAB proceedings.

Requirements include a JD from a top-tier law school, active bar admission, and 2–4 years IP litigation experience, with strong writing and advocacy skills. Hybrid work model with multiple locations offered.