IP Litigation Associate — Patent & Trade Secret (Hybrid)

Sora Resource Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Unknown Firm in the United States is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney with a patent and trade secret focus. The role offers hybrid work across multiple locations and opportunities to handle high-stakes disputes for leading tech and innovation companies.

The candidate will join a nationally recognized IP litigation practice with exposure to federal courts, ITC, and PTAB proceedings. A strong technical background and 2–4 years of relevant experience are expected.

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 substantive experience in intellectual property litigation, including patent and/or trade secret disputes.
• Trial experience, IPR proceedings, and ITC litigation experience are highly valued.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is preferred.

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, co-counsel, and vendors.
• 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

IP litigation

Trial experience

IPR proceedings

ITC litigation

Analytical writing

Education

J.D. from a top-tier law school

Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction

Job description

Unknown Firm in the United States is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney with a patent and trade secret focus. The role offers hybrid work across multiple locations and opportunities to handle high-stakes disputes for leading tech and innovation companies.

The candidate will join a nationally recognized IP litigation practice with exposure to federal courts, ITC, and PTAB proceedings. A strong technical background and 2–4 years of relevant experience are expected.