IP Litigation Associate: Patents & Trade Secrets

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP; United States; On-site; USD 235,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP seeks associates with 2–6 years of IP litigation experience to join our national Intellectual Property Litigation practice in the United States. Our teams are based in Southern California, the Bay Area, and the East Coast, and we emphasize collaboration on high‑profile matters.

Applicants should have strong research and writing skills, the ability to work independently, and solid advocacy.

Qualifications

• Two to six years of IP litigation experience; strong academics.
• Bachelor's or higher degree in engineering or related sciences preferred; other degrees considered with relevant experience.
• Admission to State Bar of the office location is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support IP litigation matters for clients.
• Develop legal research and writing for motions and briefs.
• Collaborate with teams across US offices and manage client expectations.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Advocacy

Independent work

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science

Physics

Chemistry

Biochemistry

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP seeks associates with 2–6 years of IP litigation experience to join our national Intellectual Property Litigation practice in the United States. Our teams are based in Southern California, the Bay Area, and the East Coast, and we emphasize collaboration on high‑profile matters.

Applicants should have strong research and writing skills, the ability to work independently, and solid advocacy.