IP Litigation Associate — Patent & Trade Secrets (Hybrid)

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC seeks an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney to join its national IP litigation practice in a hybrid role. The candidate will handle high-stakes patent and trade secret disputes for innovative clients, with opportunities to engage in ITC and PTAB matters.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, 2–4 years of IP litigation experience, and a strong background in electrical engineering, CS, or related fields.

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 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 preferred
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage matters independently and effectively
• Entrepreneurial mindset, strong work ethic, and 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 legal documents
• Coordinate discovery including e-discovery 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 exceptional 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

Research & writing

Oral advocacy

Independent work

Collaborative

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering/CS/Physics/chemist/biochem/engineering

Job description

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC seeks an Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney to join its national IP litigation practice in a hybrid role. The candidate will handle high-stakes patent and trade secret disputes for innovative clients, with opportunities to engage in ITC and PTAB matters.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, 2–4 years of IP litigation experience, and a strong background in electrical engineering, CS, or related fields.