Mid-Level Intellectual Property Associate – 4G/5G Telecommunications

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Finnegan’s Electrical and Computer Technology litigation and patent teams in Dallas are seeking mid-level associates with 3–5 years of solid patent litigation and IPR experience before the PTAB in 4G/5G telecommunications standards.

Candidates must hold a JD from an ABA‑accredited law school, be licensed to practice, and possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. The base pay range is $235,000–$365,000, with benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of patent litigation experience and IPR before PTAB
• At least 2 years of solid litigation experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field required
• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school and licensed to practice law in relevant jurisdictions
• 4G/5G telecommunications experience with industry standards is required

Skills

Patent litigation

IPR before PTAB

4G/5G telecom standards

Education

Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS degree

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Finnegan’s Electrical and Computer Technology litigation and Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) teams continue to grow and are seeking mid-level associates with experience in 4G/5G telecommunications with industry standards experience in our Dallas Office.

Successful candidates must have 3-5 years of solid experience in patent litigation and inter partes review (IPR) proceedings before the PTAB. Must have at least 2 years solid litigation experience. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree required. Prior patent prosecution experience preferred. USPTO registration number preferred. Previous 4G/5G telecommunications with industry standards experience is required. Candidates must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school and must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in relevant jurisdiction(s).

The base annual pay range for this role is between $235,000 - $365,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Finnegan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment, as defined by applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.