IP Litigation Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

Morrison-; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage

401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans

Global wellness program

Flex Time Away options

Paid annual fees for state bar registration

Job summary

Morrison Foerster is hiring in Austin, TX for an attorney specializing in intellectual property litigation. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of experience in patent and trade secret litigation, backed by strong academic credentials.

You will work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering excellent client service, managing complex patent cases, and mentoring junior associates.

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, robust parental leave, and flexibility in work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of experience with intellectual property matters, including patent and/or trade secret litigation.
• Strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills, and a proactive approach to client responsibilities.
• Sound legal and business knowledge in counseling clients.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex patent disputes.
• Explain cutting-edge technologies to juries.
• Manage patent litigation matters and foster teamwork.

Skills

Intellectual property matters

Patent litigation

Trade secret litigation

Research skills

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or physics

Strong academic credentials in law

Job description

Overview

MoFo is a destination law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. We are known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for our top-notch talent.

MoFo consistently receives top-tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to our legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to our communities.

Our IP Litigation Practice Group

As a patent litigation powerhouse, we represent clients in their highest-profile and most complex patent disputes in the tech, life sciences, and the consumer products industries. Although we are capable of resolving matters before trial, the prowess of our courtroom litigators is second to none. We stand out for our superb knowledge of patent law, experience with judges in high-volume patent venues, and facility with explaining cutting-edge technologies to juries.
Learn more about the team and the work you could do at https://www.mofo.com/capabilities/patent-litigation.

Who You Are

• You are a high performer with 3 - 5 years of experience with intellectual property matters, including patent and/or trade secret litigation.
• You have an undergraduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics or physics (this is preferred).
• You have strong academic credentials in law and undergraduate coursework.
• You have a strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills, and action-oriented interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility for client matters.
• You also have outstanding research and analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and have sound legal and business knowledge in working on a broad spectrum of cases and counseling clients with respect to ongoing matters.
• You are admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing.

Own Your MoFo Career

MoFo empowers its lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance at the firm. The firm’s commitment to our attorneys’ growth extends throughout their careers.

• MyMoFo, a best-in-class and transparent framework for success, provides associates with clear and consistent expectations at every experience level.
• MoFo Navigate, our mentoring and sponsorship programs, takes a holistic approach to professional growth. By encouraging collaboration and leveraging insight across departments and geography, and over the course of each attorney’s career, MoFo Navigate creates a support system dynamic enough to respond to the changing needs of all of our attorneys as they grow and develop.
• MoFo NEXT, our dedicated Center for Career Advancement, offers services such as career visioning, crafting communication materials, executive presence resources, interview techniques, and networking skills.

What We Offer

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care, and more.
• Tax free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations. Additional bar memberships may be approved on a case-by-case basis.
• Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.

Inquiries

For questions regarding this position, please contact Michaela Lokka, Lateral Associate Recruiting Manager.

Morrison Foerster accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, health/welfare benefits (including parental, adoption, and fertility benefits), flexible time off, and paid holidays. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience (including class year); and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.

Austin, TX annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000

Los Angeles, CA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000

New York, NY annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000

Palo Alto, CA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000

San Diego, CA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000

San Francisco, CA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000

Seattle, WA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000

Washington, DC annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000