IP Litigation/Prosecution Associate (Electrical Engineering Degree) – Am Law Firm

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious Am Law firm in Chicago as an IP Litigation/Prosecution Associate. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-profile cases involving patent, trademark, and copyright law. With a strong commitment to pro bono work and business development, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values innovation and excellence. If you have a degree in electrical engineering and relevant experience, this is your chance to advance your career in a dynamic legal landscape. Embrace the challenge and make an impact in the world of intellectual property law.

Benefits

Pro bono work support

Business development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in IP litigation and prosecution.
• Must be admitted to the USPTO or in the process of admission.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in patent, trademark, and copyright matters.
• Assist with IP litigation and prosecution in courts and agencies.

Skills

IP litigation experience

Patent prosecution

Trademark matters

Patent drafting

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

Job description

IP Litigation/Prosecution Associate (Electrical Engineering Degree) – Am Law Firm

About the Position:
We are working with an established international Am Law firm headquartered in Chicago that has an immediate need for an intellectual property litigation/prosecution lawyer (2-5 yrs) to join its innovative practice as an associate. This thriving practice has an international reach and represents clients in patent, trademark, copyright, and technology law matters.

Highlights:
· Named among the “Best Companies to Work For” (law firm category) by U.S. News & World Report
· Firm strongly supports associates in pursuing pro bono work
· Opportunity to participate in business development and client-facing activities

Responsibilities:
· Represent clients in patent, trademark, and copyright matters
· Assist with representing clients in IP litigation and prosecution matters
· Assist with representing clients in courts nationwide as well as before federal agencies including the USPTO and the U.S. International Trade Commission

Required Qualifications:
· 2-5 years of IP litigation and prosecution experience, particularly with trademark and patent matters
· Experience with patent drafting
· A degree in electrical engineering
· Must be admitted to the USPTO or be in the process of becoming admitted

Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $230,000 – $280,000.

Position Details

• Position Type: Associate

• Employment Type: Law Firm

• Practice Areas: Intellectual Property Law

• Job ID: 2474