IP Litigation Associate - Patent & Trade Secret (Hybrid)

Management Performance Associates; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Management Performance Associates is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney for a hybrid role with a prestigious international AmLaw 50 firm. The position targets 2–4 years of IP litigation experience in patent and trade secret disputes, with strong academic credentials and bar admission.

The role offers exposure to federal courts, ITC, and PTAB proceedings, with mentorship and opportunities to advance in a collaborative, trial-focused environment.

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 or trade secret disputes.
• Trial experience, IPR proceedings, and ITC litigation experience valued.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, or related field preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently and effectively.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with collaborative team orientation.

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 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.

Skills

Research

Writing

Oral advocacy

Independent management

Team collaboration

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Electrical Eng / CS degree

Bar admission

Job description

Management Performance Associates is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney for a hybrid role with a prestigious international AmLaw 50 firm. The position targets 2–4 years of IP litigation experience in patent and trade secret disputes, with strong academic credentials and bar admission.

The role offers exposure to federal courts, ITC, and PTAB proceedings, with mentorship and opportunities to advance in a collaborative, trial-focused environment.