Litigation Associate - Intellectual Property

BCG Attorney Search; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global platform

Competitive pay

Collaborative culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Boston, MA is seeking a Litigation Associate to join our office. You will manage high-stakes patent disputes, advise clients on risk and trial strategy, and play an active role in developing client relationships.

The role requires a JD, MA bar admission or eligibility, 5+ years of litigation experience, and a proven track record in hearings and trials. Excellent writing and advocacy skills are essential, with collaboration in a fast, client-focused team.

Qualifications

• JD and MA state bar admission or eligibility.
• Minimum 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Experience with intellectual property disputes or patent litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage intellectual property disputes from inception through trial.
• Advise clients on risk assessment, litigation and trial strategy.
• Assist in discovery, including ESI, depositions, and discovery motion practice.
• Draft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
• Cultivate client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Oral advocacy

Litigation strategy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate to join its Boston, MA office. This role involves managing high-stakes patent disputes and advising clients on complex intellectual property matters. The position offers immediate responsibility in active district court cases, with opportunities for meaningful courtroom exposure and client interaction.

Duties

• Manage intellectual property disputes from inception through trial.
• Advise clients on risk assessment, litigation and trial strategy, and 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.

Requirements

• JD and admission to the MA state bar or admission eligible; CA or NY preferred but not required.
• Minimum 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.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications

• Admission to the Massachusetts state bar

Skills

• Strong analytical and advocacy skills
• Excellent client relationship management
• Proficiency in managing complex litigation

Benefits

• Access to a global platform for cross-border collaboration
• Competitive compensation structure
• Collaborative, high-performing work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and autonomy