Patent Litigation Associate

HonorVet Technologies; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 366,000 - 495,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Hybrid schedule

Employee discounts

Commuter benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

HonorVet Technologies in Dallas seeks a mid-level patent litigation associate to join its intellectual property practice. Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of patent litigator experience, handling matters for accused infringers and patent owners before district courts, ITC, and USPTO PTAB proceedings. Dallas is preferred, but other offices may be considered.

Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction is required. USPTO registration is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of patent litigation experience at a law firm.
• Experience representing both accused infringers and patent owners before district courts, ITC, and USPTO PTAB.
• USPTO registration is a plus but not required.
• Strong litigation skills in intellectual property matters.
• Bar admission in Texas or preferred jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Litigate patent cases and manage client matters in IP litigation.
• Represent clients before district courts, ITC, and USPTO PTAB as needed.
• Collaborate with IP practice group to develop case strategy.

Skills

Patent litigation

Experience 2-5 years

IP litigation

Bar admission in Texas

Education

Texas Bar Admission

Job description

Pay Rate: $430K/yr. on W2 With Benefits

Work Mode: Hybrid

Shift Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm

Job Description

Job Summary

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic, skilled, and highly qualified mid-level litigation associate to join its intellectual property practice. Candidate should have two to five years of experience as a seasoned patent litigator with extensive experience representing both accused infringers and patent owners before district courts, the International Trade Commission, and/or before the USPTO in PTAB proceedings. USPTO registration is a plus but not required, while Dallas is the preferred location for this position, but we can consider candidates within our other office locations. All candidates must be admitted to the state bar of their preferred office location.

Required Skills

• You have 2–5 years of experience as a patent litigator at a law firm.
• You have extensive experience representing both accused infringers and patent owners before district courts, the International Trade Commission, and/or before the USPTO in PTAB proceedings.
• USPTO registration is a plus but not required.
• You possess strong litigation skills and the ability to effectively represent clients in intellectual property matters.
• You are admitted in (and in good standing with), or taking steps to become admitted in, the applicable jurisdiction (Texas)

About Us

• We offer top-tier, challenging work in a collaborative and personalized work environment.
• We provide early responsibility and meaningful client interaction based on your experience and readiness.
• We support professional growth through comprehensive training, mentoring, and performance feedback.
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits.
• We provide a hybrid work policy with three days in the office and two days working remotely each week.

We believe in recognizing and rewarding our Associates’ contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:

• Competitive Salary: Market-competitive base salary based on class year and experience.
• Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Retirement Planning: Traditional pre-tax and Roth 401(k) contributions administered by Vanguard.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness programs, HSA and FSA options.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and personal days.
• Professional Development: Firm-sponsored training, mentoring, and career development opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount programs, pre-tax commuter benefits, backup child and elder care, Milk Stork, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts, and more.

Documents Required for Application

• Resume/CV
• Unofficial Law School Transcript

About the Company

HonorVet Technologies is a veteran-owned IT staffing firm, ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certified, working with federal agencies, state governments, and Fortune 500 enterprise clients across the US. What makes us different isn't a tagline it's the way we work. We don't forward resumes and hope for the best. We take the time to understand where a professional like you is headed and only reach out when we genuinely believe there's a fit worth exploring.

HonorVet Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.