IP Patent Litigator — Fast-Track to Partner

Caldwell; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Collaborative culture

Autonomy & growth

Job summary

Caldwell, a fast-growing global law firm with offices in Boston, seeks an experienced IP patent litigator to join its Litigation practice in Boston. The role involves managing high-stakes disputes, advising sophisticated clients on complex IP matters, and collaborating across offices and practices.

The position offers direct partner access, growth opportunities, and a strategic growth seat within a scaling platform.

Qualifications

• JD and admission to the MA state bar or admission eligible; CA or NY preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of litigation experience, ideally from a large law firm or recognized litigation boutique.
• Demonstrated experience with hearings, trials, and case management.
• Strong track record of managing intellectual property disputes and managing client relationships.
• Exceptional writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a high-performing, client-focused team.
• Portable book of business is not required, but preferred.
• Experience with IPR proceedings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage intellectual property disputes from inception through trial.
• Advise clients on risk assessment, litigation and trial strategy, IPR petition strategy and defense.
• Assist in discovery, including fact and expert discovery, ESI strategy, depositions, and discovery motion practice.
• Draft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motions, including claim construction, summary judgment, and Daubert motions.
• Cultivate and expand client relationships, actively contributing to business development and practice growth initiatives.

Skills

Litigation experience

IP litigation

Client relationships

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Collaboration

Education

JD

Massachusetts Bar admission

Job description

Caldwell, a fast-growing global law firm with offices in Boston, seeks an experienced IP patent litigator to join its Litigation practice in Boston. The role involves managing high-stakes disputes, advising sophisticated clients on complex IP matters, and collaborating across offices and practices.

The position offers direct partner access, growth opportunities, and a strategic growth seat within a scaling platform.