Mid-Level Litigation Associate – Chemical (Atlanta)

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP seeks a mid-level litigation associate in Atlanta (also in Reston or Washington, DC) with 3–5 years of substantial patent litigation experience and a strong chemistry background. The candidate will manage discovery, draft motions, take depositions, prepare witnesses, and support trial teams.

Advanced degree in chemistry (MS or PhD) preferred; USPTO registration is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of substantial patent litigation experience, including managing discovery, motions, depositions, witnesses, and trial support.
• Strong technical background in chemistry, organic chemistry, small molecules, or related discipline.
• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) preferred; USPTO registration a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage fact and expert discovery, draft and argue substantive motions, take and defend depositions.
• Prepare witnesses and support trial teams; develop case strategy and conduct analysis.
• Collaborate with clients and teams to address complex IP disputes across patents, trademarks, and trade secrets.
• Contribute to high-profile IP litigations with a focus on chemistry-driven technologies.

Skills

Patent litigation

3-5 years experience

Chemical background

Education

MS in Chemistry or related field

Ph.D. preferred

Job description

Finnegan’s Chemical Practice Group is seeking a mid-level litigation associate in our Atlanta, Reston, or Washington, DC offices.

Successful candidates will have 3-5 years of substantial patent litigation experience, including managing fact and expert discovery, drafting and arguing substantive motions, taking and defending depositions, preparing witnesses, supporting trial teams, and developing case strategy. Candidates should possess a strong technical background in chemistry, organic chemistry, small molecules, or a related discipline.

Experience litigating matters involving small molecules, polymers, or life sciences technologies is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate exceptional written and oral advocacy skills, strong analytical abilities, and the ability to manage significant client responsibilities while working collaboratively in a team environment. A related advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) is preferred. USPTO registration is a plus but not required.

Finnegan’s litigation practice covers all aspects of IP-related disputes, from complex patent litigation and appeals to high-profile trademark disputes. Our 230+ experienced litigators have handled hundreds of cases at all stages of litigation before courts and government agencies across the United States and in Germany and the UK. In the last five years, Finnegan has represented clients in more than 200 appeals at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Whether enforcing IP rights or defending against infringement or trade secret misappropriation accusations, our litigation teams know the procedural intricacies and calculated risks to consider in business disputes involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, advertising, and trade secrets.

The base annual pay range for this role is between $260,000 - $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.