IP Litigation Attorney — Patent & IP Disputes Lead

Thompson Coburn LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 235,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Coburn LLP in Chicago seeks an Intellectual Property litigation attorney with 6–12 years of experience handling patent litigation and related IP disputes, including trademark, copyright, trade secret, and related commercial litigation matters.

The ideal candidate will manage significant aspects of complex litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, client communications, and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• 6–12 years experience handling patent litigation and other IP disputes (trademark, copyright, trade secret, and related commercial litigation).
• Experience managing significant aspects of complex litigation including case strategy, discovery, and motions.
• Registration to practice before USPTO is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage significant aspects of complex IP litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motions, and trial preparation.
• Lead or support in trial, with strong client communications and advocacy skills.

Skills

Intellectual property litigation

Patent litigation

Trademark law

Copyright law

Trade secret law

Commercial litigation

Education

Licensed to practice law in Illinois

Job description

Thompson Coburn LLP in Chicago seeks an Intellectual Property litigation attorney with 6–12 years of experience handling patent litigation and related IP disputes, including trademark, copyright, trade secret, and related commercial litigation matters.

The ideal candidate will manage significant aspects of complex litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, client communications, and trial preparation.